Saint
Repose of Saint Theodosius of Chernigov
New Calendar February 5 Old Calendar February 18
Why they are a saint
Saint Theodosius, Archbishop of Chernigov, was born in the seventeenth century at the beginning of the decade of the thirties in Podolsk governance. The Orthodox Church commemorates Repose of Saint Theodosius of Chernigov on February 5.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Repose of Saint Theodosius of Chernigov as a patron when they bear the name Repose at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 5. Russian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Repose of Saint Theodosius of Chernigov, pray to God for us.
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