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Saint · 992
Among the Saints Michael, Metropolitan of Kiev
Our Father among the Saints Michael, Metropolitan of Kiev (992)
New Calendar October 13 Old Calendar October 26
Why they are a saint
When Prince Vladimir, Equal to the Apostles (July 15), received holy Baptism, he sent an embassy to Constantinople asking that clergy be sent to enlighten the Russian land and to establish Christ’s Church there. The Orthodox Church commemorates among the Saints Michael on October 13.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Among the Saints Michael as a patron when they bear the name among at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 13. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Among the Saints Michael, Metropolitan of Kiev, 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.