Hierarch · 1607
Repose of Saint Job
Repose of Saint Job, Patriarch of Moscow and all Russia
New Calendar June 19 Old Calendar July 2
Why they are a saint
Saint Job, the first Patriarch of Moscow, was born into the family of pious tradesmen in Staritsa near Tver in the 1530s. The Orthodox Church commemorates Repose of Saint Job on June 19.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Repose of Saint Job as a patron when they bear the name Repose at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 19. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Repose of Saint Job, 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.