Hierarch
Michael, first Metropolitan of Kiev
Saint Michael, first Metropolitan of Kiev
New Calendar September 30 Old Calendar October 13
Why they are a saint
The Church keeps the feast of Michael, first Metropolitan of Kiev. 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 Michael as a patron when they bear the name Michael at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 30. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Michael, first Metropolitan 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.