Hierarch
Theodore of Rostov
Saint Theodore, Archbishop of Rostov
New Calendar November 28 Old Calendar December 11
Why they are a saint
The calendar names Theodore of Rostov as Archbishop of Rostov. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. The Church numbers him among its holy bishops. The New Calendar feast is November 28; this memory is kept in the Russian Church.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theodore of Rostov as a patron when they bear the name Theodore at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 28. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Theodore of Rostov, 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.