Hierarch
Theodore of Constantinople
Saint Theodore, Archbishop of Constantinople
New Calendar December 27 Old Calendar January 9
Why they are a saint
As Archbishop of Constantinople, Theodore of Constantinople is numbered with the saints of the Church. 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 Theodore of Constantinople as a patron when they bear the name Theodore at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 27. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Theodore 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.