Hierarch
Sava II of Serbia
Saint Sava II, Archbishop of Serbia
New Calendar February 8 Old Calendar February 21
Why they are a saint
Sava II of Serbia served as Archbishop of Serbia. Sava II was the third Serbian Archbishop, serving from 1263 until his death in 1271. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. The Church numbers him among its holy bishops.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Sava II of Serbia as a patron when they bear the name Sava at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 8. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Sava II 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.