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Hierarch
Theotimus of Lesser Scythia
Saint Theotimus, Bishop of Lesser Scythia
New Calendar April 20 Old Calendar May 3
Why they are a saint
Theotimus of Lesser Scythia served as Bishop of Lesser Scythia. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. His name is kept on the calendar with the other holy hierarchs. The New Calendar feast is April 20.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theotimus of Lesser Scythia as a patron when they bear the name Theotimus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 20. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Theotimus of Lesser Scythia, 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.