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Saint
Sebastian of Jackson
New Calendar November 30 Old Calendar December 13
Why they are a saint
Sebastian of Jackson is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on November 30. He is honored as a saint for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Sebastian of Jackson as a patron when they bear the name Sebastian at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 30. Serbian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Sebastian of Jackson, 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.