Saint
Nikḗtas of Novgorod
Saint Nikḗtas, Bishop of Novgorod, Recluse of the Kiev Far Caves
New Calendar May 14 Old Calendar May 27
Why they are a saint
Nikḗtas of Novgorod, Bishop of Novgorod, is kept among the saints. The calendar keeps this name because the Church has received this life as holy. The Church keeps his name on the calendar among the saints. The New Calendar feast is May 14.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Nikḗtas of Novgorod as a patron when they bear the name Nikḗtas at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 14. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Nikḗtas 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.