Hierarch
Moses of Novgorod
Saint Moses, Archbishop of Novgorod
New Calendar January 25 Old Calendar February 7
Why they are a saint
As Archbishop of Novgorod, Moses of Novgorod is numbered with the saints of the Church. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. His name is kept on the calendar with the other holy hierarchs.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Moses of Novgorod as a patron when they bear the name Moses at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 25. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Moses of Novgorod, 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.