Saint
Ven. Anthony and Theodosius of Kiev Caves
New Calendar September 15 Old Calendar September 28
Why they are a saint
Ven. Anthony and Theodosius of Kiev Caves are commemorated by the Orthodox Church on September 15. They are for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; little else about their lives has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Ven. Anthony and Theodosius of Kiev Caves as a patron when they bear the name Ven. at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 15. Russian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Ven. Anthony and Theodosius of Kiev Caves, 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.