Saint
Stephen
Venerable Stephen, Abbot of the Kiev Caves and Bishop of Vladimir in Volynia († 1094)
New Calendar April 27 Old Calendar May 10
Why they are a saint
He was a disciple of St Theodosius of the Kiev Caves (commemorated May 3), and became abbot of the Monastery of the Caves. The Orthodox Church commemorates Stephen on April 27.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Stephen as a patron when they bear the name Stephen at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 27. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Stephen, 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.