Saint Ignatius Brianchaninov, Bishop of the Caucasus and Stavropol

Commemorated on April 30.

Saint Ignatius was glorified by the Jubilee Council of the Moscow Patriarchate (June 6-9, 1988), during the millennial celebration of the Baptism of Rus. His holy relics are preserved at the Tolga Monastery on the Volga River, near Yaroslavl.

Troparion

You were shown as the chosen beloved of Christ, united to Him by many afflictions and unceasing prayer;
and having received the grace of the Holy Spirit, you were an exemplary teacher for the people.
Remember us, O holy hierarch Ignatius, God-bearer of Russia,
that by your teachings and prayers, we may find saving repentance,
and, with heartfelt love, be found in Christ.*
*
Philippians 3:8

Kontakion

While traversing the path of this earthly life, O hierarch Ignatius,
nonetheless, unceasingly you observed the laws of eternal life, which you taught to your disciples.
Wherefore, O holy Father, pray that we may follow them as well.