On Nov. 13 we commemorate one of the best known saints in the Orthodox Church, John Chrysostom. His name in Greek literally means "golden mouthed." John grew up during the mid 300's AD in Antioch, which is in modern day Syria. He rose through the ranks of clergy from deacon, to priest, and eventually became Bishop of Constantinople (Modern day Istanbul). When he lived in Antioch he studied the Scriptures extensively. This long period of study was the preparation for his later years as a preacher. He would preach during the Church services on whole books of the bible over the course of a few weeks. People would flock to the cathedral to hear his preaching and teaching. John is also known because the Offertory Prayer in the Divine Liturgy that is attributed to him, hence the title: The Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom which is celebrated every Sunday throughout the Church year, accept during Great Lent. John was a true pastor to his flock, always preaching and teaching the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ to his congregation. John is also remembered on Jan. 30 together with Basil the Great and Gregory the Theologian.