Saint · † 613
Theodore the Sykeote, Bishop of Anastasiopolis
Holy Hierarch Theodore the Sykeote, Bishop of Anastasiopolis († 613)
New Calendar April 22 Old Calendar May 5
Why they are a saint
The Monk Theodore Sikeotes was born in the mid VI Century in the village of Sikea, not far from the city of Anastasiupolis (Asia Minor), in a pious family. The Orthodox Church commemorates Hierarch on April 22.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theodore the Sykeote as a patron when they bear the name Hierarch at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 22. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Theodore the Sykeote, Bishop of Anastasiopolis, 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.