Hierarch · c. 347–407
John Chrysostom
Saint John Chrysostom, Archbishop of Constantinople
New Calendar November 13 Old Calendar November 26
Why they are a saint
John Chrysostom was golden-mouthed preacher of Antioch and Constantinople; the Divine Liturgy used most Sundays bears his name. He died in exile on 14 September; his feast is kept 13 November so as not to clash with the Cross. The years given for this life are c. 347–407.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Patron of preachers, students and teachers (Three Hierarchs), because he taught and wrote in defence of the faith.
Prayer
O holy John Chrysostom, 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.
Do not confuse with John the Forerunner; John the Theologian; John of Damascus; John of Kronstadt.