Hierarch
Maximus of Kiev
Saint Maximus, Metropolitan of Kiev
New Calendar December 6 Old Calendar December 19
Why they are a saint
The calendar names Maximus of Kiev as Metropolitan of Kiev. Maximus or Maximos was a metropolitan bishop of the Metropolis of Kiev and all Rus' in the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople. The Church numbers him among its holy bishops.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Maximus of Kiev as a patron when they bear the name Maximus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 6. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Maximus 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.