Saint Calistrat of Timișeni and Vasiova

A life of faith

Calistrat became a monk at Sihăstria and later a priest. Sent to Banat for missionary service, he founded the women’s monastery at Timișeni and provided spiritual guidance at Săraca, Partoș, and Vasiova. Monks and laypeople sought his counsel over many years. The calendar remembers his work to renew monastic life and his care for the people who came to him.

The Eastern Orthodox Church remembers saints in prayer and commemoration. Their lives offer examples for Christians learning to live their faith.

A reflection

Calistrat’s example invites you to help a community grow through patient guidance and practical commitment.

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