Saint
Theodora of Sihla
Saint Theodora of Sihla
New Calendar August 7 Old Calendar August 20
Why they are a saint
Saint Theodora of Sihla, who is one of the greatest of Romania’s women ascetics, was born in the village of Vânatori in Neamts County in the first half of the seventeenth century, and was one of the two daughters of Stephen Joldea and his wife. The Orthodox Church commemorates Theodora of Sihla on August 7.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theodora of Sihla as a patron when they bear the name Theodora at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 7. Romanian Orthodox faithful also honor her as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Theodora of Sihla, pray to God for us.
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