Saint
Theodosius of Antioch
Saint Theodosius of Antioch
New Calendar January 11 Old Calendar January 24
Why they are a saint
Saint Theodosius of Antioch in his early years left the rich home of his illustrious parents and entered upon the straight and arduous path of asceticism. The Orthodox Church commemorates Theodosius of Antioch on January 11.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theodosius of Antioch as a patron when they bear the name Theodosius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 11. Antiochian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Theodosius of Antioch, 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.