Hierarch
Paul of Constantinople
Paul, Patriarch of Constantinople
New Calendar September 2 Old Calendar September 15
Why they are a saint
The Church remembers Paul, Patriarch of Constantinople. Commemorated as a hierarch of the Church; a short vita was not available for this workbook. Feast day: September 2. Tradition noted: Greek.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Paul of Constantinople as a patron when they bear the name Paul at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 2. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Paul 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.