Hierarch
Metrophanes, first Patriarch of Constantinople
Saint Metrophanes, first Patriarch of Constantinople
New Calendar June 4 Old Calendar June 17
Why they are a saint
Orthodox Christians honor Metrophanes, first Patriarch of Constantinople among the saints named for that see. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. His name is kept on the calendar with the other holy hierarchs.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Metrophanes as a patron when they bear the name Metrophanes at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 4. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Metrophanes, first Patriarch 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.