Saint
Ven. Zosima of Solovetsk
New Calendar April 30 Old Calendar May 13
Why they are a saint
Ven. Zosima of Solovetsk is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on April 30. 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 Ven. Zosima of Solovetsk as a patron when they bear the name Ven. at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 30. Russian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Ven. Zosima of Solovetsk, 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.