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Saints Alexander
Saints Alexander († 340), John († 595), and Paul the New († 784), Patriarchs of Constantinople
New Calendar August 30 Old Calendar September 12
Why they are a saint
Saints Alexander, John and Paul, Constantinople Patriarchs, lived at different times, but each of them happened to clash with the activities of heretics who sought to distort the teachings of the Church. The Orthodox Church commemorates Saints Alexander on August 30.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Saints Alexander as a patron when they bear the name Saints at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 30. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Saints Alexander, 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.