Saint
Right-believing Prince Roman of Ryazan
Holy Right-believing Princess Militsa of Serbia
New Calendar July 19 Old Calendar August 1
Why they are a saint
Saint Militsa (Milica) was born in 1335, the daughter of Prince Vratko Nemanjić. The Orthodox Church commemorates Right-believing Prince Roman of Ryazan on July 19.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Right-believing Prince Roman of Ryazan as a patron when they bear the name Right-believing at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 19. As a ruler, he is also remembered by those who bear responsibility for others.
Prayer
O holy Right-believing Prince Roman of Ryazan, 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.