Confirmation Saint FinderSaints of Turkey
9 saints on this site whose lives are tied to Turkey. Read their stories and notice who stays with you.
St. Basil the Great
Bishop of Caesarea in Cappadocia in the 300s who shaped Eastern monastic life and cared for the poor.
For those who want to serve the sick and the poor.
Meet St. Basil
St. Blaise
Bishop of Sebaste in Armenia, martyred c. 316, invoked for healing of the throat.
For singers, speakers, and anyone who has had their throat blessed on his feast.
Meet St. Blaise
St. Dorothy
Virgin martyr of Caesarea in Cappadocia, linked to a legend of heavenly fruit and roses.
For gardeners and anyone who wants to share the joy of heaven.
Meet St. Dorothy
St. John Chrysostom
Famed preacher of Antioch who became archbishop of Constantinople in 398 and died in exile.
Perfect for public speakers and debaters.
Meet St. John
St. John the Apostle
Galilean fisherman, brother of James, and the beloved disciple who stood at the cross.
For candidates who value friendship with Jesus and loyalty to friends.
Meet St. John
St. Nicholas of Myra
Bishop of Myra in present Turkey in the 300s, famed for secret gifts to the poor.
For generous people who love giving in secret.
Meet St. Nicholas
St. Pelagia of Antioch
Actress of Antioch who repented and lived as a hermit on the Mount of Olives.
For anyone who wants to leave behind fame or vanity for something deeper.
Meet St. Pelagia
St. Thecla
Early follower of St. Paul honored as the first woman martyr, though she died in peace.
For girls who need courage to follow God even when their families object.
Meet St. Thecla
St. Timothy
Young convert from Lystra who became Saint Paul's close companion and coworker.
Perfect for young people ready to lead.
Meet St. Timothy