Hieromartyr
Seraphim (Samoilovich) of Uglich
Hieromartyr Seraphim (Samoilovich), Archbishop of Uglich
New Calendar November 4 Old Calendar November 17
Why they are a saint
Seraphim (Samoilovich) of Uglich, Archbishop of Uglich, is kept among the saints. A seraph is a celestial or heavenly being originating in Ancient Judaism. A hieromartyr is honored for dying for Christ while serving as a pastor or, in some commemorations, as a named witness of that rank. Orthodox Christians remember his blood-witness together with the other hieromartyrs.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Seraphim (Samoilovich) of Uglich as a patron when they bear the name Seraphim at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 4. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Seraphim (Samoilovich) of Uglich, 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.