Saint
John & George of Constantinople
John & George, Patriarchs of Constantinople
New Calendar August 18 Old Calendar August 31
Why they are a saint
He was born near Sophia in Bulgaria during the reign of the Emperor Boris. When his parents died he withdrew from the world to a cave high in the mountains, where he gave himself to the ascetical struggle. Venerated as a hierarch, a bishop who shepherded the Church in holiness.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take John & George of Constantinople as a patron when they bear the name John at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 18. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy John & George 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.