Saint
Theophanes of Docheiariou
Venerable Theophanes the New, of Dochiariou, Mt Athos (15th C)
New Calendar August 19 Old Calendar September 1
Why they are a saint
Saint Theophanes the New, a native of the city of Ioannina, lived during the sixteenth century. The Orthodox Church commemorates Theophanes of Docheiariou on August 19.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theophanes of Docheiariou as a patron when they bear the name Theophanes at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 19. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Theophanes of Docheiariou, 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.