Sts. John (674) and George (683), patriarchs of Constantinople
Commemorated August 18
Sainted John V was Patriarch of Constantinople from 669-674, and Sainted George I – from 678-683. They were both during the reign of the emperor Constantine Pogonatos (668-685).
Troparion
O God of our fathers, that ever dealest by us according to Thy kindness, do not withdraw from us Thy mercy, but at their intercessions direct our lives in peace.
Kontakion
As the teachers of virtues and ornaments of hierarchs doth the church glorify you, thus melodizing: Through your intercessions grant as invincible ones unto those who lovingly honour you, improvement in virtues and deliverance from temptations.
Source: Crkveni Kalendar
