Saint
Sabbatius
Venerable Sabbatius, Wonderworker of Solovki
New Calendar September 27 Old Calendar October 10
Why they are a saint
He lived for many years as a monk at the Monastery of St Cyril of White Lake, where his ascetic struggles won him the respect of his brethren. The Orthodox Church commemorates Sabbatius on September 27.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Sabbatius as a patron when they bear the name Sabbatius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 27. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Sabbatius, 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.