Hierarch
Laurence, Recluse of the Kiev Caves
Saint Laurence, Recluse of the Kiev Caves, Far Caves, and Bishop of Turov
New Calendar January 29 Old Calendar February 11
Why they are a saint
Laurence, Recluse of the Kiev Caves served as Bishop of Turov. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. Orthodox Christians remember him as a hierarch who kept the apostolic faith in his see.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Laurence as a patron when they bear the name Laurence at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 29. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Laurence, Recluse of the Kiev 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.