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On December 1994, Fr. John was glorified by the Council of Bishops of the Russian Orthodox Church, in session at St. Daniel’s Monastery, Moscow, Russia, as the first of the new martyrs of the 20th century. In United States he is also honored as a missionary and inspired preacher. His feast day is [[November 13]] by the new style calendar.
[[Troparion ]] (Tone 1):Aflame with love for God<br>:You gave your life as a martyr for Christ and neighbor,<br>:O Hieromartyr, John,<br>:Entreat the Most Merciful God<br>:To preserve the Holy Church in peace and save our souls.<br>
[[Kontakion ]] (Tone 8):As you zealously fulfilled your pastoral service,<br>:You brought your soul to God as a well-pleasing sacrifice, O Father John.<br>:Entreat Christ God to grant peace to the world and great mercy to our souls.<br>
[[Category: Russian Saints]]
[[Category: American Saints]]
[[Category: Missionaries]]