Saint
Theodora the Righteous of Thessaloniki
New Calendar April 5 Old Calendar April 18
Why they are a saint
Saint Theodora of Thessaloniki was born of Christian parents named Anthony and Chrysánthē, who lived on the island of Aegina. The Orthodox Church commemorates Theodora the Righteous of Thessaloniki on April 5.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theodora the Righteous of Thessaloniki as a patron when they bear the name Theodora at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 5. Greek Orthodox faithful also honor her as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Theodora the Righteous of Thessaloniki, 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.