Hierarch
Eustathius of Antioch
Saint Eustathius, Archbishop of Antioch
New Calendar February 21 Old Calendar March 6
Why they are a saint
Eustathius of Antioch served as Archbishop of Antioch. Eustathius of Antioch, sometimes surnamed the Great was a Christian patriarch of Antioch in the 4th century. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. His name is kept on the calendar with the other holy hierarchs.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Eustathius of Antioch as a patron when they bear the name Eustathius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 21. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Eustathius of Antioch, 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.