Saint · 1586
Simon
Venerable Simon, Abbot of Volomsk († 1641)
New Calendar July 12 Old Calendar July 25
Why they are a saint
Hosiomartyr Simon of Volomsk, in the world Simon, son of the peasant Michael from the vicinity of Volokolamsk, was born in the year 1586. The Orthodox Church commemorates Simon on July 12.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Simon as a patron when they bear the name Simon at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 12. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Simon, 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.