Hierarch
John
Blessed John the Prince of Uglich, Tonsured As Ignatius († 1523)
New Calendar May 19 Old Calendar June 1
Why they are a saint
Saint John, Bishop of the Goths, lived during the eighth century. The future saint was born in answer to the fervent prayer of his parents. From an early age, he lived a life of asceticism. Venerated as a hierarch, a bishop who shepherded the Church in holiness.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take John as a patron when they bear the name John at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 19. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy John, 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.