Martyr · 1437
George of Sofia
New Martyr George of Sofia
New Calendar March 26 Old Calendar April 8
Why they are a saint
Saint George came from Sofia, Bulgaria, and was a soldier who served in the Ottoman army along with some other Christians. The Orthodox Church commemorates George of Sofia on March 26.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take George of Sofia as a patron when they bear the name George at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 26. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy George of Sofia, 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.