Hierarch
Theodore, first Bishop of Rostov and Suzdal
Saint Theodore, first Bishop of Rostov and Suzdal
New Calendar June 8 Old Calendar June 21
Why they are a saint
Theodore, first Bishop of Rostov and Suzdal stands on the calendar of the Church. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. The faithful ask his prayers as they do of the bishops who shepherded the Church.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theodore as a patron when they bear the name Theodore at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 8. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Theodore, first Bishop of Rostov and Suzdal, 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.