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Saint · 1305 -1316
Savva III of Serbia
Saint Savva III of Serbia
New Calendar July 26 Old Calendar August 8
Why they are a saint
Saint Savva III was Archbishop of Serbia from 1305 -1316. He is also commemorated on August 30.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Savva III of Serbia as a patron when they bear the name Savva at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 26. Serbian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Savva III 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.