Hieromartyr
Hermogenes of Moscow
Hieromartyr Hermogenes, Patriarch of Moscow, Wonderworker of All Russia
New Calendar February 17 Old Calendar March 2
Why they are a saint
The calendar names Hermogenes of Moscow as Patriarch of Moscow. The calendar itself calls this saint a wonderworker, which is how the Church records that holiness. A hieromartyr is honored for dying for Christ while serving as a pastor or, in some commemorations, as a named witness of that rank. He is venerated because he would not deny the faith, even at the cost of his life.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Hermogenes of Moscow as a patron when they bear the name Hermogenes at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 17. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Hermogenes 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.