Hierarch
Father Alexis of Moscow
Father Alexis, Metropolitan of Moscow
New Calendar May 20 Old Calendar June 2
Why they are a saint
The Church remembers Father Alexis, Metropolitan of Moscow. Commemorated as a hierarch of the Church; a short vita was not available for this workbook. Feast day: May 20. Tradition noted: Russian.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Father Alexis of Moscow as a patron when they bear the name Father at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 20. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Father Alexis of Moscow, 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.