Saint
Angelina of Serbia
Blessed Angelina, Princess of Serbia (16th C)
New Calendar July 1 Old Calendar July 14
Why they are a saint
Saint Angelina was the daughter of Prince George Skenderbeg of Albania. Her mother’s name is not known, but she raised her daughter in Christian piety and taught her to love God. Venerated as a right-believing ruler, honored for a holy life lived in a position of power.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Angelina of Serbia as a patron when they bear the name Angelina at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 1. As a ruler, he is also remembered by those who bear responsibility for others.
Prayer
O holy Angelina 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.