Hieromartyr
Joannicius of Serbia
Hieromartyr Joannicius of Serbia
New Calendar June 4 Old Calendar June 17
Why they are a saint
Orthodox Christians honor Joannicius of Serbia for a confession sealed by death. 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 Joannicius of Serbia as a patron when they bear the name Joannicius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 4. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Joannicius 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.