Hierarch
Our Holy Father John
Our Holy Father John, Archbishop of Constantinople
New Calendar July 18 Old Calendar July 31
Why they are a saint
Born in the village of Klitzos in Epirus, Cyprian went off to the Holy Mountain after the death of his devout parents. The Orthodox Church commemorates Our Holy Father John on July 18.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Our Holy Father John as a patron when they bear the name Our at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 18. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Our Holy Father John, 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.