Saint
Stylianos the Monk of Paphlagonia
New Calendar November 26 Old Calendar December 9
Why they are a saint
Saint Stylianus was born in Paphlagonia of Asia Minor sometime between the fourth and sixth centuries. The Orthodox Church commemorates Stylianos the Monk of Paphlagonia on November 26.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Stylianos the Monk of Paphlagonia as a patron when they bear the name Stylianos at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 26. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Stylianos the Monk of Paphlagonia, 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.