Saints ›

January 11 · Optional · White

St Theodosius the Cenobiarch

(423–529) Cappadocian monk who founded a great monastery near Bethlehem housing hundreds of monks with hospitals and hospices attached. Made superior of all Palestine's communal monasteries, he was exiled in old age for defending the Council of Chalcedon.

When is the feast of St Theodosius the Cenobiarch?

The feast is celebrated on January 11 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.

Frequently asked

When is the feast of St Theodosius the Cenobiarch?

The feast of St Theodosius the Cenobiarch is celebrated on January 11 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Theodosius the Cenobiarch?

(423–529) Cappadocian monk who founded a great monastery near Bethlehem housing hundreds of monks with hospitals and hospices attached. Made superior of all Palestine's communal monasteries, he was exiled in old age for defending the Council of…

How can I keep a saint's feast day?

Attend Mass if you can, read about the saint's life, and ask their prayers for your intentions. Liturgical Living shows you the saint of every day and can count down to your own patron's feast.

More saints

• St Adrian of Canterbury — January 9
• St Gregory of Nyssa — January 10
• St Marguerite Bourgeoys — January 12
• St Hilary of Poitiers — January 13