Hierarch
Savva of Gornjikarlovci
Saint Savva, Bishop of Gornjikarlovci
New Calendar July 4 Old Calendar July 17
Why they are a saint
The calendar names Savva of Gornjikarlovci as Bishop of Gornjikarlovci. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. His name is kept on the calendar with the other holy hierarchs. The New Calendar feast is July 4.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Savva of Gornjikarlovci as a patron when they bear the name Savva at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 4. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Savva of Gornjikarlovci, 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.