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Saint
George the New Wonderworker of Constantinople
New Calendar March 11 Old Calendar March 24
Why they are a saint
George the New Wonderworker of Constantinople is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on March 11. He is honored as a saint for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take George the New Wonderworker of Constantinople as a patron when they bear the name George at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 11. Greek Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy George the New Wonderworker 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.