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New Martyrs of Serbia
The Holy New Martyrs of Serbia
New Calendar August 30 Old Calendar September 12
Why they are a saint
The Holy New Martyrs of Serbia are commemorated by the Orthodox Church on August 30. Venerated as new martyrs who gave their life for Christ in more recent centuries; little else about their lives has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take New Martyrs of Serbia as a patron when they bear the name New at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 30. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy New Martyrs 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.