Hierarch
Savva Brancovici of Ardeal
Saint Savva Brancovici, Metropolitan of Ardeal, Confessor of Romania
New Calendar April 24 Old Calendar May 7
Why they are a saint
The calendar names Savva Brancovici of Ardeal as Metropolitan of Ardeal. The title Confessor marks one who suffered for the faith without always being put to death. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. The faithful ask his prayers as they do of the bishops who shepherded the Church.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Savva Brancovici of Ardeal as a patron when they bear the name Savva at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 24. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Savva Brancovici of Ardeal, 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.