Hierarch
Thomas of Constantinople
Saint Thomas, Patriarch of Constantinople
New Calendar March 21 Old Calendar April 3
Why they are a saint
The calendar names Thomas of Constantinople as Patriarch of Constantinople. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. His name is kept on the calendar with the other holy hierarchs. The New Calendar feast is March 21.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Thomas of Constantinople as a patron when they bear the name Thomas at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 21. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Thomas 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.