Venerable · 5th century
Xenia of Rome
Venerable Xenia of Rome
New Calendar January 24 Old Calendar February 6
Why they are a saint
Xenia of Rome was known as Roman woman who fled an arranged marriage and lived as an ascetic. Distinct from Blessed Xenia of Petersburg. The years given for this life are 5th century. Orthodox Christians remember her among the venerable monastic saints.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Xenia of Rome as a patron when they bear the name Xenia at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 24. Those who share her calling as a monastic also ask her prayers.
Prayer
O holy Xenia of Rome, 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.
Do not confuse with Xenia of St. Petersburg (same day).