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Theophanes the New Martyr of Constantinople
New Calendar June 8 Old Calendar June 21
Why they are a saint
Theophanes the New Martyr of Constantinople is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on June 8. Venerated as a new martyr, one who gave his life for Christ in more recent centuries; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theophanes the New Martyr of Constantinople as a patron when they bear the name Theophanes at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 8. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Theophanes the New Martyr 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.