Saint
Nicephorus the Confessor of Constantinople
St. Nicephorus the Confessor, Patriarch of Constantinople († 828)
New Calendar June 2 Old Calendar June 15
Why they are a saint
Saint Nicephoros was a dignitary at the court of the empress Irene (797-802), and then accepting monasticism, he became known for his piety. The Orthodox Church commemorates Nicephorus the Confessor of Constantinople on June 2.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Nicephorus the Confessor of Constantinople as a patron when they bear the name Nicephorus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 2. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Nicephorus the Confessor 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.