Hieromartyr
Savva (Trlajic) of Serbia
Hieromartyr Savva (Trlajic) of Serbia
New Calendar April 22 Old Calendar May 5
Why they are a saint
Orthodox Christians honor Savva (Trlajic) of Serbia for a confession sealed by death. A hieromartyr is honored for dying for Christ while serving as a pastor or, in some commemorations, as a named witness of that rank. He is venerated because he would not deny the faith, even at the cost of his life.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Savva (Trlajic) of Serbia as a patron when they bear the name Savva at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 22. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Savva (Trlajic) 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.