Laurence of Komela

Holy Venerable Laurence of Komela was a disciple of the Venerable Cornelius of Komela (commemorated on 19 May/1 June). Struggling in labours, fasting and prayer, he was appointed abbot of the monastery by the Venerable Cornelius. At the Tatar invasion, on the elder's advice, he withdrew with the brethren into the forests and, when the danger had passed, returned to the former place.

After the death of his teacher the saint governed the monastery for ten years, caring for its good order, and amid his abbot's labours he did not give up his favourite occupation, copying books. After many labours and struggles the Venerable Laurence reposed on 16 May 1548.

He is commemorated on 29 May and on 11 July, with the Synaxis of the Saints of Vologda (the date moves), in the new style.