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Saint
Theophilos and Jacob
Venerable Theophilos and Jacob, wonderworkers of Omuch
New Calendar December 29 Old Calendar January 11
Why they are a saint
It is not known where or when Saints Theophilos and Jacob were born, but they spent some time on the island of Konevets with Saint Arsenios of Konevets (June 12), and perhaps it was there that they began their monastic labors. The Orthodox Church commemorates Theophilos and Jacob on December 29.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theophilos and Jacob as a patron when they bear the name Theophilos at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 29. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Theophilos and Jacob, pray to God for us.
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