Saint
Paisius of the Kiev Far Caves
Venerable Paisius of the Kiev Caves (14th C)
New Calendar July 19 Old Calendar August 1
Why they are a saint
Saint Paisius of the Caves was a monk of the Kiev Caves monastery. From the Canon to the Kiev Caves monks, venerated in the Far Caves, it is known that he was connected by oneness of mind and brotherly love with Saint Mercurius (November 24). Venerated as a monastic saint, honored for a life of prayer and asceticism.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Paisius of the Kiev Far Caves as a patron when they bear the name Paisius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 19. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Paisius of the Kiev Far Caves, 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.