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Hierarch
Froumentios of Abyssina
Froumentios, Archbishop of Abyssina
New Calendar November 30 Old Calendar December 13
Why they are a saint
The Church remembers Froumentios, Archbishop of Abyssina. Commemorated as a hierarch of the Church; a short vita was not available for this workbook. Feast day: November 30.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Froumentios of Abyssina as a patron when they bear the name Froumentios at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 30. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Froumentios of Abyssina, 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.