The feast day of St. John Chrysostom is celebrated on September 13.
St. John was born to Christian parents about the year 344. After studying law he became a deacon and was ordained a priest. He served as a priest in Syria for 12 years before becoming Bishop of Constantinople. St. John Chrysostom is the patron saint of preachers, speakers and epilepsy.
St. John was known for his powerful sermons. He believed in the need to help the poor and wanted the wealthy to be generous with their money. This was not appreciated by all who listened to him.
In 403 he was charged with heresy and sent into temporary exile. He was recalled and then exiled permanently. He died on Sept. 14, 407 while marching in the hot sun. His last words were:
“Glory to God for all things.”
St. John Chrysostom (which means golden mouthed) has been given the title of Doctor of the Eucharist for his preaching on the belief in the Real Presence. He is considered one of the four great doctors of the Eastern Church along with St. Athanasius, St. Gregory Nazianzen and St. Basil
Faithfulness in little things is a big thing.
Quote of St. John Chrysostom
September is the Month of Our Lady of Sorrows
