Hierarch
James of Nisibis
Saint James, Bishop of Nisibis
New Calendar January 13 Old Calendar January 26
Why they are a saint
James of Nisibis, Bishop of Nisibis, is kept among the saints. James of Nisibis is remembered as syriac Christian bishop and saint. 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 James of Nisibis as a patron when they bear the name James at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 13. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy James of Nisibis, 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.