Hierarch
Peter, first Catholicos of Georgia
Hierarch Peter, first Catholicos of Georgia
New Calendar November 30 Old Calendar December 13
Why they are a saint
Peter, first Catholicos of Georgia is commemorated on the Orthodox calendar under that title. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. The Church numbers him among its holy bishops. The New Calendar feast is November 30.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Peter as a patron when they bear the name Peter at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 30. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Peter, first Catholicos of Georgia, 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.