Hierarch
Martin of Tours
Venerable Martin, Bishop of Frangia
New Calendar November 12 Old Calendar November 25
Why they are a saint
The Church remembers Venerable Martin, Bishop of Frangia. Commemorated as a hierarch of the Church; a short vita was not available for this workbook. Feast day: November 12.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Martin of Tours as a patron when they bear the name Martin at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 12. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Martin of Tours, 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.