Saint · c. 1000
Prohor of Pčinja
New Calendar January 15 Old Calendar January 28
Why they are a saint
Prochorus of Pčinja (Bulgarian: Прохор Пчински, romanized: Prohor Pčinski, Macedonian and Serbian: Прохор Пчињски, romanized: Prohor Pčinjski; born c. The Orthodox Church commemorates Prohor of Pčinja on January 15.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Prohor of Pčinja as a patron when they bear the name Prohor at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 15. Serbian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Prohor of Pčinja, pray to God for us.
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