Hierarch
Flavian the Confessor of Constantinople
Saint Flavian the Confessor, Patriarch of Constantinople
New Calendar February 18 Old Calendar March 3
Why they are a saint
As Patriarch of Constantinople, Flavian the Confessor of Constantinople is numbered with the saints of the Church. 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 Flavian the Confessor of Constantinople as a patron when they bear the name Flavian at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 18. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Flavian the Confessor of Constantinople, 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.