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Saint · 1375–1379
Ephraim of Serbia
New Calendar June 28 Old Calendar July 11
Why they are a saint
Ephraim of Serbia Ј (1375–1379) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on June 28. He is honored as a saint for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Ephraim of Serbia as a patron when they bear the name Ephraim at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 28. Serbian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Ephraim 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.