Saint
Theodosius the New
Saint Theodosius the New, Healer of Peloponnesus
New Calendar August 7 Old Calendar August 20
Why they are a saint
Saint Theodosius the New, Healer of Peloponnesus is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on August 7. He is honored as a saint for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theodosius the New as a patron when they bear the name Theodosius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 7. Greek Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Theodosius the New, 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.