A portrait of St. Theodore of Sykeon
St. Theodore of Sykeon
c. 550 – 613
Feast
April 22 · VII c.
Patron of
Bishops · Monks · Miracle workers, traditional
Order
Abbot / Bishop
Galatian abbot and bishop (c. 550-613), born to an innkeeper-courtesan converted by his sanctity; abbot of his own community at Sykeon, then Bishop of Anastasiopolis in Galatia (resigned to return to monastic life). Renowned exorcist and miracle-worker; subject of an extensive Vita by his disciple George. Pre-Congregation.
Life & Times
Born: c. 550 · Died: 613 · From: Turkey.
Patronage
St. Theodore of Sykeon is invoked as the patron of bishops, monks, miracle workers, traditional. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Theodore of Sykeon, are Christians whom the Catholic Church has formally recognized as having lived lifes of heroic holiness and who now dwell with God in heaven, offering an example of faith for those still on their earthly journey. Catholics don't worship saints, but ask them to pray to God with us and for us — much as one might ask a trusted friend to pray for them — trusting that those closest to God can join their voices to ours before Him. Discover more saints in the Catholic Shop Saints section.