Hierarch
Peter of Moscow
Repose of Saint Peter, Metropolitan of Moscow and Wonderworker of All Russia († 1326)
New Calendar December 21 Old Calendar January 3
Why they are a saint
He was born in Volhynia and since childhood was nurtured by his parents in the awe of God. Peter, moved with love for asceticism, accepted monasticism and soon showed himself a paradigm of high virtue and piety, for which at a mature age was ordained a presbyter. He loved to read the Holy Bible and write icons.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Peter of Moscow as a patron when they bear the name Peter at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 21. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Peter of Moscow, 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.