Saint
Anastasia of Serbia
New Calendar July 4 Old Calendar July 17
Why they are a saint
Anastasia of Serbia is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on July 4. She is honored as a saint for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; little else about her life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Anastasia of Serbia as a patron when they bear the name Anastasia at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 4. Serbian Orthodox faithful also honor her as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Anastasia of Serbia, 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.