Hieromartyr
Stanislav of Lička Jesenica
New Calendar July 17 Old Calendar July 30
Why they are a saint
New Hieromartyr, a Czech by birth who became parish priest of Lička Jesenica ; surnamed Nasadil. The Orthodox Church commemorates Stanislav of Lička Jesenica on July 17.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Stanislav of Lička Jesenica as a patron when they bear the name Stanislav at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 17. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Stanislav of Lička Jesenica, 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.