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Hierarch
Joannicius, first Patriarch of Serbia
Saint Joannicius, first Patriarch of Serbia
New Calendar September 3 Old Calendar September 16
Why they are a saint
Joannicius, first Patriarch of Serbia is commemorated on the Orthodox calendar under that title. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. The Church numbers him among its holy bishops. The New Calendar feast is September 3.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Joannicius as a patron when they bear the name Joannicius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 3. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Joannicius, first Patriarch 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.