Hierarch
Metrophanes (in schema Macarius) of Voronezh
Saint Metrophanes (in schema Macarius), Bishop of Voronezh
New Calendar November 23 Old Calendar December 6
Why they are a saint
As Bishop of Voronezh, Metrophanes (in schema Macarius) of Voronezh is numbered with the saints of the Church. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. The Church numbers him among its holy bishops.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Metrophanes (in schema Macarius) of Voronezh as a patron when they bear the name Metrophanes at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 23. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Metrophanes (in schema Macarius) of Voronezh, 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.