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Saints Jonah and Nectarius of Kazan
New Calendar October 4 Old Calendar October 17
Why they are a saint
Saints Jonah and Nectarius of Kazan were called John and Nestor Zastolsky before they received monastic tonsure. The Orthodox Church commemorates Saints Jonah and Nectarius of Kazan on October 4.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Saints Jonah and Nectarius of Kazan as a patron when they bear the name Saints at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 4. Russian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Saints Jonah and Nectarius of Kazan, pray to God for us.
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