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Hierarch
Nikodemos of Serbia
Saint Nikodemos, Archbishop of Serbia
New Calendar May 11 Old Calendar May 24
Why they are a saint
As Archbishop of Serbia, Nikodemos of Serbia is numbered with the saints of the Church. 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 May 11.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Nikodemos of Serbia as a patron when they bear the name Nikodemos at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 11. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Nikodemos 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.