Hierarch
Meletius of Antioch
Saint Meletius, Archbishop of Antioch
New Calendar February 12 Old Calendar February 25
Why they are a saint
As Archbishop of Antioch, Meletius of Antioch is numbered with the saints of the Church. Meletius of Antioch was a Christian patriarch of Antioch from 360 until his death in 381. The faithful ask his prayers as they do of the bishops who shepherded the Church.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Meletius of Antioch as a patron when they bear the name Meletius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 12. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Meletius of Antioch, 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.