Saint · 1802
Repose of Saint Jacob Netsvetov
Repose of Saint Jacob Netsvetov, Enlightener of the Peoples of Alaska
New Calendar July 26 Old Calendar August 8
Why they are a saint
Father Jacob (Netsvetov) of Alaska was born of pious parents in 1802 on Atka Island, Alaska. The Orthodox Church commemorates Repose of Saint Jacob Netsvetov on July 26.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Repose of Saint Jacob Netsvetov as a patron when they bear the name Repose at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 26. OCA/Alaskan Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Repose of Saint Jacob Netsvetov, pray to God for us.
A short general prayer to a saint, not a liturgical text. No public-domain troparion for this saint is included.