The Modern Saints

Saint Seraphim of Sarov AD 1833

Wonderworker

Commemorated

January 2

Lived

AD 1833

A Russian monk and elder of Sarov who, after years of solitude and prayer, received thousands as a luminous father of joy, greeting each with "My joy, Christ is risen!" One of the most beloved modern saints.

Holy Seraphim of Sarov, pray to God for us.