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Saint
Apostle
New Calendar May 8 Old Calendar May 21
Why they are a saint
The Holy Apostle and Evangelist John the Theologian occupies a unique place in the ranks of the chosen disciples of Christ the Saviour. The Orthodox Church commemorates Apostle on May 8.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Apostle as a patron when they bear the name Apostle at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 8. As an apostle, he is also asked to pray for missionaries and those who spread the Gospel.
Prayer
O holy Apostle, pray to God for us.
A short general prayer to a saint, not a liturgical text. No public-domain troparion for this saint is included.