Saint · 1675
Alexius the Recluse of the Kiev Far Caves
Venerable Alexius the Hermit of the Near Kiev Caves (13th C)
New Calendar April 24 Old Calendar May 7
Why they are a saint
Saint Alexius lived a life of asceticism in the Near Caves of the Kiev Caves monastery during the thirteenth century. The Orthodox Church commemorates Alexius the Recluse of the Kiev Far Caves on April 24.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Alexius the Recluse of the Kiev Far Caves as a patron when they bear the name Alexius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 24. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Alexius the Recluse of the Kiev Far Caves, pray to God for us.
A short general prayer to a saint, not a liturgical text. No public-domain troparion for this saint is included.