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Saint
Theodora of Caesarea
Venerable Theodora of Cæsarea in Cappadocia (8th C)
New Calendar December 30 Old Calendar January 12
Why they are a saint
Saint Theodora of Caesarea, living during the eighth century, was the daughter of the patrician Theophilus and his wife Theodora. The Orthodox Church commemorates Theodora of Caesarea on December 30.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theodora of Caesarea as a patron when they bear the name Theodora at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 30. As a monastic, she is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Theodora of Caesarea, 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.