Martyr
Gregory V of Constantinople
Gregory V, the Holy Martyr and Patriarch of Constantinople
New Calendar April 10 Old Calendar April 23
Why they are a saint
Gregory V of Constantinople (Greek: Γρηγόριος; 1746 – 10 April 1821), born Georgios Angelopoulos (Γεώργιος Αγγελόπουλος), was Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople from 1797 to 1798, from 1806 to 1808, and from 1818 to 1821. He was responsible for much restoration work to the Patriarchal Cathedral of St George, which had been badly damaged by fire in 1738.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Gregory V of Constantinople as a patron when they bear the name Gregory at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 10. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Gregory V 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.