Saint · 1009
Theodosius
Venerable Theodosius, Abbot of the Kiev Far Caves Monastery, and Founder of Coenobitic Monasticism in Russia
New Calendar May 3 Old Calendar May 16
Why they are a saint
Our righteous Father Theodosius was born in 1009, not far from Kiev, and brought up in Kursk. From early childhood he showed the wisdom of an elder, avoiding childish games and refusing to wear anything but the poorest of clothing. When he was about thirteen years old, and his father died, he began to humble himself even more, going out to work with the serfs in the field.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theodosius as a patron when they bear the name Theodosius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 3. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Theodosius, 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.