Hierarch
Philogonius of Antioch
Saint Philogonius, Bishop of Antioch
New Calendar December 20 Old Calendar January 2
Why they are a saint
The calendar names Philogonius of Antioch as Bishop of Antioch. Philogonius was a lawyer and an early Bishop of Antioch who came to be considered a saint. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. The Church numbers him among its holy bishops.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Philogonius of Antioch as a patron when they bear the name Philogonius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 20. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Philogonius 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.