Saint
Theophylactus of Ochrid
Saint Theophylactus of Ochrid
New Calendar December 31 Old Calendar January 13
Why they are a saint
Saint Theophylactus of Ochrid is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on December 31. 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 Theophylactus of Ochrid as a patron when they bear the name Theophylactus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 31. Bulgarian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Theophylactus of Ochrid, 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.