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Saint · 582-602
Stephen the Monk
New Calendar February 27 Old Calendar March 11
Why they are a saint
Saint Stephen, formerly a courtier under the emperor Mauricius (582-602), left his service, founded a hospice for the elderly at Armatia [Constantinople], and devoted himself totally to taking in strangers. The Orthodox Church commemorates Stephen the Monk on February 27.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Stephen the Monk as a patron when they bear the name Stephen at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 27. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Stephen the Monk, pray to God for us.
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