Hierarch
Vladimir of Kiev and Gallich
Saint Vladimir, Metropolitan of Kiev and Gallich
New Calendar January 25 Old Calendar February 7
Why they are a saint
Vladimir of Kiev and Gallich served as Metropolitan of Kiev and Gallich. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. The faithful ask his prayers as they do of the bishops who shepherded the Church.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Vladimir of Kiev and Gallich as a patron when they bear the name Vladimir at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 25. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Vladimir of Kiev and Gallich, 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.