Saint
Sebastian Dabovich
Venerable Sebastian Dabovich
New Calendar November 30 Old Calendar December 13
Why they are a saint
Venerable Sebastian (Dabovich) of Jackson, California was born on June 9, 1863 in San Francisco to Serbian emigrés. The Orthodox Church commemorates Sebastian Dabovich on November 30.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Sebastian Dabovich as a patron when they bear the name Sebastian at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 30. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Sebastian Dabovich, pray to God for us.
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