Hierarch
Timothy of Proussa
Timothy, Bishop of Proussa
New Calendar June 10 Old Calendar June 23
Why they are a saint
For his great spiritual purity, God gave him the gift of wonderworking, and he healed all manner of diseases and pains among the people. The Orthodox Church commemorates Timothy of Proussa on June 10.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Timothy of Proussa as a patron when they bear the name Timothy at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 10. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Timothy of Proussa, 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.