Saint
Eustathius of Serbia
Saint Eustathius of Serbia
New Calendar August 16 Old Calendar August 29
Why they are a saint
Saint Eustathius of Serbia is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on August 16. 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 Eustathius of Serbia as a patron when they bear the name Eustathius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 16. Serbian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Eustathius 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.