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Saint
Anastasia the Serbian
New Calendar June 22 Old Calendar July 5
Why they are a saint
Anastasia the Serbian is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on June 22. 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 the Serbian as a patron when they bear the name Anastasia at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 22. Serbian Orthodox faithful also honor her as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Anastasia the Serbian, 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.