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Hieromartyr
Branko, parish priest of Veljusa
Hieromartyr Branko, parish priest of Veljusa
New Calendar April 24 Old Calendar May 7
Why they are a saint
Orthodox Christians honor Branko, parish priest of Veljusa among the saints named for that see. A hieromartyr is honored for dying for Christ while serving as a pastor or, in some commemorations, as a named witness of that rank. He is venerated because he would not deny the faith, even at the cost of his life.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Branko as a patron when they bear the name Branko at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 24. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Branko, parish priest of Veljusa, 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.