Hierarch
Frumentius of Abyssinia
Saint Frumentius, Archbishop of Abyssinia, Ethiopia
New Calendar November 30 Old Calendar December 13
Why they are a saint
As Archbishop of Abyssinia, Frumentius of Abyssinia 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 Frumentius of Abyssinia as a patron when they bear the name Frumentius 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 Frumentius of Abyssinia, 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.