Saint
Brigid
Venerable Brigid (Bridget) of Ireland
New Calendar February 1 Old Calendar February 14
Why they are a saint
Her name is also spelled Brigit or Bridget; she is considered, equally with St Patrick (March 17), patron of Ireland. The Orthodox Church commemorates Brigid on February 1.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Brigid as a patron when they bear the name Brigid at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 1. As a monastic, she is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Brigid, 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.