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Abercius the Wonderworker, Kathisma at Orthros/Matins

This is the Kathisma sung at Matins (Orthros) for St. Abercius the Wonderworker, Bishop of Hieropolis and Equal-to-the-Apostles, October 22nd, Prosomoion "By conceiving the wisdom."  "By the working of God, thou wast girt about . . . ."

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Demetrios the Myrrh-Streaming, Apolytikion

The Apolytikion for the Great-Martyr Demetrios, the Myrrh-Streaming, October 26th, Prosomoion "Thy confession."  "A great champion hath the whole world . . . ."

Demetrios the Myrrh-Streaming, Doxa (Glory) and Both now at the Praises

These are sung on October 26th for the Great-Martyr Demetrios, the Myrrh-Streaming.  "Glory . . . Let us honor the all-wise teacher . . . Both now . . . O Mother of Christ God . . . ."

Demetrios the Myrrh-Streaming, Doxa (Glory) at "O Lord, I have cried"

This Glory is sung for the Great Martyr Demetrios the Myrrh-Streaming, October 26th.  "Today doth the general assembly of the fight-bearing one call us . . . ."

Demetrios the Myrrh-Streaming, Doxa (Glory) at the Aposticha

This Glory at the Aposticha is sung for the Great-Martyr Demetrios the Myrrh-Streaming, October 26th.  "Thy divine and blameless soul, O Demetrios . . . ."

Demetrios the Myrrh-Streaming, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion

These are sung on October 26th for the Great-Martyr Demetrios, the Myrrh-Streaming, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee."  "Martyr of Christ, Demetrios . . . Cease never to implore the Lord . . . ."

Demetrios the Myrrh-Streaming, Glory-Have mercy after Psalm 50

These are the Festal Troparia sung after Psalm 50 on October 26th for the Great-Martyr Demetrios, the Myrrh-Streaming.  "Glory . . . Through the intercessions of the fight-bearing Demetrios . . . Both now . . . Through the intercessions of the Theotokos . . . Have mercy . . . Christ God, O wise Martyr Demetrios . . . ."

Demetrios the Myrrh-Streaming, Prokeimenon at Orthros

This Prokeimenon is sung at Matins on October 26th for the Great-Martyr Demetrios, the Myrrh-Streaming.  "Wondrous is God in His Saints, the God of Israel."

Demetrios the Myrrh-Streaming, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These stichera are sung for the Great-Martyr Demetrios the Myrrh-Streaming, October 26th, Prosomoion "O strange wonder."  "O strange wonder, great and marvellous! Exceeding joy hath shone forth . . . ."  Updated 8/28/19.

Demetrios the Myrrh-Streaming, Stichera at the Praises

These Praises are sung on October 26th for the Great-Martyr Demetrios, the Myrrh-Streaming, Prosomoion "Rejoice."  "Come thou, O holy Martyr of Christ . . . ."  Updated 9/9/18.

Earthquake (October 26th), Apolytikion

This Apolytikion is sung on October 26th for the Earthquake.  "O Thou Who lookest upon the earth . . . ."

Earthquake (October 26th), Stichera at the Aposticha

These stichera at the Aposticha are sung for the Earthquake of 740 A.D. on October 26th.  Although the last two are to be in Tone 6, Kazan wrote all 3 in Tone 2.  "When the earth trembled because of the fear of Thy wrath, O Lord . . . ."

Earthquake (October 26th), Theotokion (Both now) at "O Lord, I have cried"

This is the Theotokion (Both now) sung on October 26th for the Earthquake that took place in 740 A.D. and stopped with the help of St. Demetrios and the Theotokos.  "We implore thee, O all-holy Lady . . . ."

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Ananias & Romanos, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion

This Exaposteilarion & Theotokion are sung on October 1st for the Holy Apostle Ananias of the Seventy & our Righteous Father Romanos the Melodist, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee."  "As Christ's disciple from of old . . . In tuneful songs inspired of God . . . ."

Arethas (Al-Haarith) & Companions in Arabia, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion

The Exaposteilarion & Theotokion for the Great-Martyr Arethas (Al-Haarith) & Companions in Arabia, October 24th, Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women."  "O wise Arethas praised of all . . . ."

Artemius at Antioch, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion

These are sung for the Great-martyr Artemius at Antioch, October 20th, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee."  "Standing, O wise Artemios, before the Triune Godhead . . . O all-pure Lady blest of God . . . ."

Averkios the Wonderworker & Seven Holy Youths, Exaposteilaria

These Exaposteilaria are sung on October 22nd for Averkios the Wonderworker and the Seven Holy Youths, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee."  "O godly wise Averkios . . . Let us all sing . . . ." Updated 10/26/2023.

Cyprian, Exaposteilarion

Exaposteilarion for the Holy Hieromartyr Cyprian, October 2nd, Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women."  "Come let us bless with one accord . . . ."

Dionysios the Areopagite, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion

The Exaposteilarion & Theotokion for the Hieromartyr Dionysios the Areopagite, October 3rd, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee."  "As a disciple caught by Paul . . . ."

Eulampios & Eulampia at Nicomedia, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion

This Exaposteilarion & Theotokion are sung for Eulampios & Eulampia at Nicomedia, October 10th, Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women."  "We needs must praise with fitting hymns . . . ."

Hilarion the Great of Palestine, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion

The Exaposteilarion & Theotokion for the Venerable Father Hilarion the Great of Palestine, October 21st, Prosomoion "Thou who as God adornest."  "Seeing thy joy, O Father . . . ."

Holy Fathers (October), Exaposteilaria

These Exaposteilaria are sung on the Sunday of October 11-17, for the Holy Fathers of the 7th Ecum. Council, Prosomoion "While standing in the temple's courts."  "O Fathers of celestial mind . . . O Lord, Thou Who art more than good . . . ."  Updated 9/4/2023.

Holy Fathers of the Seventh Ecumenical Council, Exaposteilarion

Exaposteilarion for the commemoration of the Fathers of the Seventh Ecumenical Council, celebrated on the Sunday that falls between 11-17 October, Prosomoion "While standing in the temple's courts."  "O Fathers of celestial mind of the Great Seventh Council . . . ."  Updated 10/15/2022.

James the Apostle and "Brother of God," Exaposteilarion & Theotokion

Exaposteilarion for the Apostle James, the "Brother of God," 23 October. Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee."  "As an Apostle truly great . . . ."

James the Apostle, Exaposteilarion

Exaposteilarion for the commemoration of the Apostle James, son of Alphaeus, October 9th, Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women."  "As an apostle great in truth . . . ."

Luke the Apostle, Exaposteilarion

For the Holy Apostle & Evangelist Luke, October 18th, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee."  "O Luke, Apostle of Christ God . . . ."  Updated 10/28/2022.

Marcian & Martyrios, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion

The Exaposteilarion & Theotokion for the Martyrs Marcian & Martyrios the Notaries, October 25th, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee."  "Marcian and wise Martyrios, contending well in contest . . . ."

Nestor of Thessalonica, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion

These are sung for the Martyr Nestor of Thessalonica, October 27th, Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women."  "Lyaeus's mad audacity . . . ."

Pelagia-the Penitent, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion

These are sung on October 8th for St. Pelagia the Penitent of Antioch, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee."  "O Pelagia, praised of all . . . Delivered from the ancient curse . . . ."  Updated 9/4/2023.

Sergius & Bacchus of Syria, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion

Sung on October 7th for the Martyrs Sergius & Bacchus of Syria, October 7th, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee."  "Bound to each other by their faith and brotherly affection . . . ."

Terence, Neonilla & their children, Exaposteilaria & Theotokion

These are sung for the Martyrs Terence, Neonilla and their Children, October 28th, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee."  "With Terence flashed forth lightning-like . . . ."

Thomas-the Holy Apostle, Exaposteilaria & Theotokion

These exaposteilaria and theotokion are for the Holy Apostle Thomas, October 6th, Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women."  "Apostle and Eye-witness of Christ God . . . ."  Updated 9/4/2023.

Zenobius and Zenobia-Martyrs, Exaposteilarion

Exaposteilarion for the Holy Martyrs Zenobius and Zenobia, October 30th, Prosomoion "Hearken, ye women."  "Thy sacred vestments hast thou dyed a deeper red . . . ."

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Holy Fathers of the Seventh (and 1st) Ecumenical Council, Doxastikon (Glory & Both now) at the Aposticha

This Glory and Both now at the Aposticha is sung on the Sunday between October 11th & 17th for the Holy Fathers of the 7th Ecumenical Council, as well as for the Holy Fathers of the 1st Ecumenical Council on the Sunday after the Ascension.  "Come, ye assemblies of Orthodoxy, let us celebrate today . . . ."  Updated 5/30/19.

Holy Fathers of the Seventh Ecumenical Council, Doxastikon (Glory) at "O Lord, I have cried"

This is the Glory at "O Lord, I have cried" for the Sunday of the Holy Fathers, October 11th-17th.  "Let us extol today those mystical trumpets of the Spirit . . . ."

Holy Fathers, Glory (Doxastikon) at the Praises

This is the Glory (Doxastikon) sung at the Praises for the Holy Fathers, on the Sunday after Ascension (of the 1st Ecumenical Council), on the Sunday during July 13-19 (of the 4th Ecum. Council), and on the Sunday during October 11-17 (of the 7th Ecum. Council). 

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Innocent-Apostle to the Americas, Prokeimenon at Orthros

This Prokeimenon is sung at Orthros for St. Innocent, Apostle to the Americas, October 6th.  "The steps of a righteous man are ordered by the Lord."

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Jacob of Hamatoura, Anavathmoi & Prokeimenon

This is the music for the Anabathmoi & Prokeimenon in Orthros/Matins for the Hieromartyr Jacob of Hamatoura, October 13th.  "From my youth up . . . Ye who hate Zion . . . Glory . . . Through the Holy Spirit . . . Both now . . . Through the Holy Spirit . . . ."  The music is in Western & Byzantine notation.  Updated 10/4/2021.

Jacob of Hamatoura, Apolytikion (Tone 3)

The Apolytikion in Tone 3 of the Hieromartyr Jacob of Hamatoura, October 13th, Prosomoion "Thy confession."  "Thou didst flourish like Lebanon's cedar . . . ."  The music is in Western & Byzantine notation.  Updated 10/4/2021.

Jacob of Hamatoura, Apolytikion (Tone 5)

The Apolytikion in Tone 5 for the Hieromartyr Jacob of Hamatoura, October 13th, Prosomoion "Let us worship the Word."  "Father Jacob, the glorious . . . ."  The music is in Western & Byzantine notation.  Updated 10/4/2021.

Jacob of Hamatoura, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion

These are sung for the Hieromartyr Jacob of Hamatoura, October 13th, Prosomoion "Upon that mount in Galilee."  "Like a palm tree thou didst flourish . . . O thou Virgin immaculate . . . ."  The music is in Western & Byzantine notation.  Updated 10/4/2021.

 

Jacob of Hamatoura, Glory/Both now at "O Lord, I have cried"

This is the Glory and Both now sung at "O Lord, I have cried" for the Hieromartyr Jacob of Hamatoura, October 13th.  "Today, the glory of the martyrs shineth forth . . . Who shall not beatify thee . . . ."  The music is in Western & Byzantine notation.  Updated 10/4/2021.

Jacob of Hamatoura, Glory/Both now at the Aposticha at Vespers

This is the Glory and Both now at the Aposticha at Vespers sung for the Hieromartyr Jacob of Hamatoura, October 13th.  "O righteous father Jacob . . . Rejoice, O Mother of the Lord."  The music is in Western & Byzantine notation.  Updated 10/4/2021.

Jacob of Hamatoura, Glory/Both now at the Litia

This is the Glory and Both now sung at the Litia in Vespers for the Hieromartyr Jacob of Hamatoura, October 13th.  "O Lord, thy blessed martyr Jacob carried the cross . . . O Theotokos, the most holy and exceedingly glorified . . . ."  The music is in Western & Byzantine notation.  Updated 10/4/2021.

Jacob of Hamatoura, Glory/Both now at the Praises

This is the Glory and Both now sung at the Praises for the Hieromartyr Jacob of Hamatoura, October 13th.  "O ye lovers of the martyrs . . . O Theotokos, who didst give birth to the Creator . . . ."  The music is in Western & Byzantine notation.  Updated 10/4/2021.

Jacob of Hamatoura, Kathismata in Orthros/Matins

These are the 3 Kathismata and Theotokia sung for the Hieromartyr Jacob of Hamatoura, October 13th, during Orthros/Matins.  First Kathisma:  Prosomoion "Awed by the beauty."  "O Jacob most adored . . . O Mother undefiled . . . ."  Second Kathisma:  Prosomoion "Joseph was amazed."  O our Father Jacob . . . O pure Virgin, spotless Maid . . . ."  Third Kathisma:  Prosomoion "By conceiving the wisdom."  "Thou, O Jacob, didst carry thy cross . . . By conceiving the Wisdom . . . ."  The music is in Western & Byzantine notation.  Updated 10/4/2021.

Jacob of Hamatoura, Kontakion

This Kontakion is sung for the Hieromartyr Jacob of Hamatoura, October 13th, Prosomoion "To thee, the Champion Leader."  It is usually read in Orthros as a part of the Canon or sung in Liturgy when it falls on a weekday.  "O righteous Jacob, in the contest thou wast uplifted . . . ."  The music is in Western & Byzantine notation.  Updated 10/4/2021.

Jacob of Hamatoura, Litia Hymns (Tones 1-4)

These are the 4 hymns sung at the Litia, in Tones 1-4, (before the Artoklasia at Vespers) for the Hieromartyr Jacob of Hamatoura, October 13th.  "The Lord cried out, saying . . . When the Lord saw thy contest . . . The angelic chanting . . . . The will of the Lord was fulfilled in thee . . . ."  Updated 10/4/2021.

Jacob of Hamatoura, Megalynaria in Liturgy

These are the 2 Megalynaria sung in the Divine Liturgy after "It is truly meet" for the Hieromartyr Jacob of Hamatoura, October 13th, Prosomoion "More honorable than the Cherubim (similar to 'Higher than the heavens')."   "Thou appeared an adamant warrior . . . Come, ye faithful, let us with fervor praise . . . ."  The music is in Western & Byzantine notation.  Updated 10/4/2021.

Jacob of Hamatoura, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried" (1st set)

This is the first set of stichera at "O Lord, I have cried" for the Hieromartyr Jacob of Hamatoura, October 13th, Prosomoion "What shall we now call thee."  "What shall we now call thee, O Saint of God?  A man dwelling in the heavens . . . A great beaming luminary . . . Angels were amazed . . . ."  The music is in Western & Byzantine notation.  Updated 10/4/2021.

Jacob of Hamatoura, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried" (2nd set)

This is the 2nd set of stichera at "O Lord, I have cried" for the Hieromartyr Jacob of Hamatoura, October 13th, Prosomoion "As one valiant."  "Thy soul truly was purified . . . O companion of Angels . . . Come and let us now celebrate . . . ."  The music is in Western & Byzantine notation.  Updated 10/4/2021.

Jacob of Hamatoura, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers

These are the stichera at the Aposticha sung for the Hieromartyr Jacob of Hamatoura, October 13th, Prosomoion "Rejoice."  "O ye who love to honor the feast . . . ."  The music is in Western & Byzantine notation.  Updated 10/4/2021.

Jacob of Hamatoura, Stichera at the Praises

These Praises are sung for the Hieromartyr Jacob of Hamatoura, October 13th, Prosomoion "O strange wonder."  "O strange wonder! O dread mystery! The martyr, lover of God . . .  O strange and most solemn happening . . . Jacob most beatified . . . ."  The music is in Western & Byzantine notation.  Updated 10/4/2021.

Jacob of Hamatoura, Troparia after Psalm 50

These are the troparia sung after Psalm 50 in Orthros/Matins for the Hieromartyr Jacob of Hamatoura, October 13th.  "Glory . . . Through the intercessions of the Prizewinner . . . Both now . . . Through the intercessions of the Theotokos . . . Have mercy, on me . . . The remembrance of death . . . ."  The music is in Western & Byzantine notation.  Updated 10/4/2021.

John of Kronstadt, Apolytikion

This is the Apolytikion for Our Righteous and God-bearing Father John, Archpriest of Kronstadt and Wonderworker, October 19th.  "O wonderworker living in Christ for ever . . . ."  The music is in Western & Byzantine notation.

John of Kronstadt, Exaposteilarion & Theotokion

These are sung for Our Righteous and God-bearing Father John, Archpriest of Kronstadt and Wonderworker, October 19th, Prosomoion "Thou who as God adornest."  "Thou didst heal every sickness, didst see the secrets hid in hearts . . . ."

John of Kronstadt, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These stichera are sung for Our Righteous and God-bearing Father John, Archpriest of Kronstadt and Wonderworker, October 19th, Prosomoion "Having laid up all their hope."  "As that fiery preacher John cried out proclaiming repentance . . . ."

John of Kronstadt, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers

These are the Aposticha stichera for Our Righteous and God-bearing Father John, Archpriest of Kronstadt and Wonderworker, October 19th, Prosomoion "O strange wonder."  "Rejoice, reconciler of men with God . . . ."

John of Kronstadt, Stichera at the Praises

These Praises are for Our Righteous and God-bearing Father John, Archpriest of Kronstadt and Wonderworker, October 19th, Prosomoion "What shall we now call you."  "What name shall we give thee, O Father John? . . . ."

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Menaion - 10 October

Festal hymnody from the Menaion for October. This music is from the Byzantine Menaion Project by Basil Kazan. The music is type-set, properly accented and barred, with ison, and rubrics and instructions added in, along with special melodies noted.

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Pelagia-Our Righteous Mother, Kathisma in Orthros

This is the Kathisma sung for our Righteous Mother Pelagia, October 8th, Prosomoion "By conceiving the Wisdom."  "With the dew of repentance . . . ."

Averkios the Wonderworker, Stichera at the Praises

These Praises are sung on October 22nd for St. Averkios the Wonderworker, Prosomoion "O Lord, though Thou didst stand."  "Thee hath the Comforter's divine grace anointed as His high priest . . . ."  Updated 9/4/2023.

Hilarion the Great of Palestine, Stichera at the Praises

These are sung for our Venerable Father Hilarion the Great of Palestine, October 21st, Prosomoion "Having laid up all their hope."  "Wholly dedicated to the Lord in all things, O Father . . . ."

Holy Fathers-Sundays of, Stichera at the Praises

These Stichera at the Praises are sung on the Sundays of the Holy Fathers:
1) First Ecumenical Council: The Sunday after the Ascension
2) Fourth Ecumenical Council: The Sunday that falls July 13-19, inclusive
3) Seventh Ecumenical Council: The Sunday that falls October 11-17, inclusive

Prosomion "Having laid up all their hope . . . ."  "Making careful inquiry . . . ."  Updated 8/31/2020.

James the Apostle and "Brother of God," Stichera at the Praises

These praises are sung on October 23rd for the Holy Apostle James, the "Brother of God," Prosomoion "Thou art the joy."  "As we the throngs of the pious now keep this sacred feast . . . ."

James the Apostle-Son of Alphaeus, Stichera at the Praises

Stichera at the Praises for the Apostle James, son of Alphaeus, October 9. Prosomoia, "Unto them that fear thee."  "Beaming like a brilliant sun . . . ."

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Theotokion, Drive Far Away From My Wretched Heart

This is sung at Vespers and/or Matins/Orthros, Prosomoion "O strange wonder."  "Drive far away from my wretched heart . . . ."

Ananias of the 70, Apolytikion

This Apolytikion is sung for the Holy Apostle Ananias of the Seventy, October 1st.  "O Holy Apostle Ananias, intercede with our merciful God . . . ."

Arethas (Al-Haarith) & Companions in Arabia, Apolytikion

The Apolytikion of the Great-Martyr Arethas (Al-Haarith) & Companions in Arabia, October 24th.  "Be thou entreated for the sake of the sufferings . . . ."

Averkios the Wonderworker, Apolytikion

This Apolytikion is sung on October 22nd for Averkios the Wonderworker, Bishop of Hierapolis.  "Thy works of justice did show thee to thy congregation a canon of faith . . . ."

Cosmas the Hymnographer, Apolytikion

The Apolytikion of Cosmas the Hymnographer, Bishop of Maïumam, October 14th.  "Thou hast shown thyself, O God inspired Cosmas . . . ."

Cyprian, Apolytikion

Apolytikion for St. Cyprian, October 2.  "By choosing the Apostles' way of life . . . ."  Updated 5/22/2023.

Dionysios the Areopagite, Apolytikion

The Apolytikion for the Hieromartyr Dionysios the Areopagite, October 3rd.  "Since thou hadst been instructed in uprightness thoroughly . . . ."

Hilarion the Great, Apolytikion

The Apolytikion (Dismissal Hymn) of the Venerable Father Hilarion the Great of Palestine, October 21st.  "The barren wilderness thou didst make fertile . . . ."  Updated 8/24/18.

Holy Fathers, Apolytikion

This Apolytikion of the Holy Fathers is sung on the Sunday between Oct. 11-17; on the Sunday after Ascension; and on the Sunday between July 13-19.  The music is in Western & Byzantine notation.  "Thou, O Christ, art our God of exceeding praise . . . ."  Update 5/24/2020.

James the Apostle and "Brother of God," Apolytikion

Apolytikion of the Holy Apostle James, the "Brother of God," October 23rd.  "Since thou art a Disciple of the Lord . . . ."

James the Apostle, Apolytikion

This is the Apolytikion for both the Holy Apostle James, son of Alphaeus, October 9th, and the Holy Apostle James, brother of John the Theologion (son of Zebedee), April 30th.  "O Holy Apostle James . . . ."

Joel, Troparion of the Prophet

Feast day is October 19th

Luke-Apostle & Evangelist, Apolytikion

This is the Apolytikion of the Holy Apostle & Evangelist Luke, sung on October 18th.  It is the traditional troparion in Tone 3 for the Apostles.  "O Holy Apostle and Evangelist Luke, intercede with the merciful God . . . ."  Updated 11/14/17.

Luke-Apostle & Evangelist, Apolytikion

This Apolytikion is sung on October 18th for the Apostle and Evangelist Luke. It is a special troparion in Tone 5 for Luke himself.  "Let us praise the all-hymned Luke . . . ."

Pelagia the Penitent, Apolytikion

This Apolytikion is sung on October 8th for St. Pelagia the Penitent of Antioch.  "Through thee the divine likeness was securely preserved, O mother Pelagia . . . ."

Probos, Andronikos and Tarachos at Tarsus, Apolytikion

This Apolytikion is sung for the Martyrs Probos, Andronikos and Tarachos at Tarsus, October 12th, Prosomoion "Let us worship the word."  "All the powers of Heaven were awestruck and amazed . . . ."

Romanos the Melodist, Apolytikion

This Apolytikion is sung for our Righteous Father Romanos the Melodist, October 1st.  "Through thee the divine likeness was securely preserved . . . ."  Updated 9/19/2023.

Stephen of Mar Sabbas Monastery in Palestine, Apolytikion

This is the Venerable Stephen of Mar Sabbas Monastery of Palestine. Feast day is October 28th.

Thomas-the Holy Apostle, Apolytikion

This is the Apolytikion (Troparion) of the Apostle Thomas, October 6th.  "O Holy Apostle Thomas . . . ."

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Ananias of the 70, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These stichera are sung for the Apostle Ananias of the Seventy, October 1st, Prosomoion "Thou who was called from on high."  "When Saul received that divine ray out of Heaven . . . ."

Anastasia the Roman, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These stichera are sung for the Venerable Martyr Anastasia the Roman, October 29th, Prosomoion "As one valiant."  "With great courage didst thou endure . . . ."  Updated 9/4/2023.

Andronicus & his wife Athanasia, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These stichera are sung for Our Righteous Father Andronicus and His Wife Athanasia, October 9th, Prosomoion "Having laid up all their hope."  "Casting off the tyranny of earthly life . . . ."

Arethas (Al-Haarith) & Companions in Arabia, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These are sung for the Great-Martyr Arethas (Al-Haarith) & Companions in Arabia, October 24th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded Martyrs."  "In setting thy bravery against the brute fierceness . . . ."

Artemius at Antioch, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These stichera are for the Great-martyr Artemius at Antioch, October 20th, Prosomoion "As one valiant."  "Shining brightly in heart and mind with celestial enlightenment . . . ."

Averkios the Wonderworker, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These are the stichera for Averkios the Wonderworker, October 22nd, Prosomoion "When he took thee."  "Dedicating thy whole self to God . . . ."  Updated 10/8/2020.

Charitina of Amisos, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

Stichera for the Holy Martyr Charitina of Amisos, October 5th, Prosomoion "As one valiant."  "With much patience thou didst endure torment . . . ."

Cosmas the Hymnographer, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

Stichera for Cosmas the Hymnographer, Bishop of Maïuma, October 14th, Prosomoion "As one valiant."  "Lit in mind with the Spirit's rays . . . ."

Cyprian and Justina the Virgin, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried" for Ss. Cyprian and Justina, October 2nd, Prosomoion "As one valiant."  "When the chrism of priestly rank and the blood of thy martyrdom . . . ."  Updated 9/28/2020.

Demetrios-After-feast, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried" (Oct 27)

These are sung for the After-feast of the Great-martyr Demetrios, October 27th, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy."  "Come, O ye faithful, and as we now gather let us praise . . . ."

Dionysios the Areopagite, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These stichera are sung for the Hieromarty Dionysios (Dionysius) the Areopagite, October 3rd, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs."  "Through preaching, the great and godly Paul wisely caught thee . . . ."

Epimachos of Alexandria, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

The stichera for the Martyr Epimachos of Alexandria, October 31st, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy."  "Desiring heavenly beauty, O famed Epimachos . . . ."

Eulampios & Eulampia at Nicomedia, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These are for the Holy Martyrs Eulampios & Eulampia at Nicomedia, October 10th, Prosomoion "Unto them that fear thee."  "Thy resplendent memory hath dawned more brilliantly than the sun . . . ."

Hierotheos, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

The stichera for the Hieromartyr Hierotheos, Bishop of Athens, October 4th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs."  "Like light, thy divine desire for Christ . . . ."

Hilarion the Great of Palestine, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These are sung for the Venerable Father Hilarion the Great of Palestine, October 21st, Prosomoion "Thou who wast called from on high."  "Thou who wast joyous in heart and soul, O Father . . . ."

Holy Fathers of the Seventh Ecumenical Council, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These stichera are for the Sunday of the Holy Fathers of the Seventh Ecumenical Council that falls between October 11th-17th, Prosomoion "Ere the morning star."  "Patriarch Germanos the New assembled the accounts . . . ."  Updated 10/15/2022.

James the Apostle and "Brother of God," Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These stichera are sung for the Holy Apostle James, "Brother of God," Feast day October 23rd, Prosomoin "Unto them that fear thee."  "Come, all ye of godly mind . . . ."  Updated 9/9/18.

James the Apostle-Son of Alphaeus, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These stichera are for the Holy Apostle James, son of Alphaeus, October 9th, Prosomoion "As on valiant."  "From the deep sea of vanity . . . ."  Updated 9/30/2020.

Joel the Prophet, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These are sung for the Holy Prophet Joel, October 19th, Prosomoion "O strange wonder."  "God's Holy Spirit hath been poured out on us . . . ."

Karpos, Papylos & those with them, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

The stichera for Karpos, Papylos & those with them, October 13th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs."  "O all-sacred Karpos blest of God . . . ."

Longinus the Centurion, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These stichera are sung for The Holy Martyr Longinus the Centurion, Who Stood at the Cross of Christ, October 16th, Prosomoion "As one valiant."  "Seeing Him Who became a man . . . ."

Luke-Apostle & Evangelist, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried" [Listen]

These stichera are sung for the Holy Apostle & Evangelist Luke, October 18th, Prosomoion "What shall we now call you."  "What shall I now call thee, Apostle Luke . . . ."  Updated with audio 10/17/2020.

Marcian & Martyrios, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

The stichera for the Martyrs Marcian & Martyrios the Notaries, October 25th, Prosomoion "As one valiant."  "Godly Marcian the glorious and the valiant Martyrios . . . ."

Nazarius, Gervasius, Protasius & Celsus of Milan, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These stichera are sung for the Martyrs Nazarius, Gervasius, Protasius & Celsus of Milan, October 14th, Prosomoion "As one valiant."  "Noble-minded Nazarius, great and mighty Protasius . . . ."

Nestor of Thessalonica, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These stichera are sung for the Martyr Nestor of Thessalonica, October 27th, Prosomoion "O strange wonder."  "Nestor, blessed athlete of the Lord  . . . ."

Pelagia the Penitent, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried

These stichera are sung for St. Pelegia the Penitent of Antioch, October 8th, Prosomoion "As one valiant."  "Pelagia most ven'rable, with all tem'prance and toil . . . ."

Philip the Deacon, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These stichera are sung for the Apostle Philip, one of the seven Deacons, October 11th, Prosomoion "Thou who wast called from on high."  "Chosen as one of the holy seven Deacons . . . ."

Probos, Andronikos and Tarachos at Tarsus, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These stichera are for the Martyrs Probos, Andronikos and Tarachos at Tarsus, October 12th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs."  "The three holy martyrs of the Lord . . . ."

Romanos the Melodist, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These are the stichera sung for Romanos the Melodist, October 1st, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy."  "The skilled composer of music and the Divine Spirit's lyre . . . ."

Sergius & Bacchus of Syria, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These stichera are sung for the Martyrs Sergius & Bacchus of Syria, October 7th, Prosomoion "O all-lauded martyrs."  "O Sergius and Bacchus, with the grace . . . ."

Seven Sleeping Youths of Ephesus, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These are for the Holy Seven Sleeping Youths of Ephesus, August 4th & October 22nd, Prosomoion "As one valiant."  "In obedience unto God, the most holy and blessed Youths . . . ."  Updated 11/23/19.

Stachios, Apellos, Amplias, Urban, Aristoboulos and Narcissos of the 70, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These stichera are for the Apostles Stachios, Apellos, Amplias, Urban, Aristoboulos and Narcissos of the Seventy, October 31st, Prosomoion "O all-lauded Martyrs."  "Your sound of salvation hath gone forth . . . ."

Stephen of Mar Sabbas Monastery, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These are sung for our Righteous Father Stephen of Mar Sabbas Monastery in Palestine, July 13th, Prosomoion "O strange wonder."  "O father Stephen, God-bearing Saint . . . ."  Updated 6/14/2023.

Stephen of Mar Sabbas Monastery, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried" (October 28)

These are sung for our Righteous Father Stephen of Mar Sabbas Monastery in Palestine, October 28th, Prosomoion "O strange wonder."  "O father Stephen, God-bearing Saint . . . ."

Terence & Neonilla-Martyrs, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These are for the Holy Martyrs Terence & Neonilla and Their Children, October 28th, Prosomoion "As one valiant."  "By courageously suffering many torments and punishments . . . ."

Thomas-the Holy Apostle, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These stichera are for the Apostle Thomas, October 6th, Prosomoion "As one valiant."  "O wise Thomas most blest of God . . . ."  Updated 9/8/18.

Tikhon-Patriarch of Moscow, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These stichera are sung for St. Tikhon the Confessor, Patriarch of Moscow, celebrated on March 25th and October 5th, Prosomoion "O Lord, though thou didst stand."  "Lord, when the ship of the divine Church was troubled . . . ."

Varos the Martyr, Stichera at "O Lord, I have cried"

These are sung for the Holy Martyr Varos, October 19th, Prosomoion "Having laid up all their hope."  "Having seen the contests of the right-victorious Martyrs . . . ."

Zenobius and Zenobia, Stichera at "O Lord, I Have Cried"

Stichera at Vespers, "O Lord, I have cried" for Ss. Zenobius and Zenobia, Prosomoion "As one valiant."  "Richly dyeing thy priestly robes in the blood of thy martyrdom . . . ."  Updated 10/23/2020.

After-feast of St. Demetrios, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers (Oct. 27)

These are sung for the After-feast of the Great-Martyr Demetrios, October 27th, Prosomoion "O house of Ephratha."  "Christ, the noetic Myrrh . . . ."

Cosmas the Hymnographer, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers

Stichera at the Aposticha for Cosmas the Hymnographer, Bishop of Maïuma, October 14, Prosomoion "Thou art the joy."  "By many vigils and fastings . . . ."

James the Apostle and "Brother of God," Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers

These stichera at the Aposticha in Vespers are sung for the Holy Apostle James, the "Brother of God," October 23rd, Prosomoion "O Lord, though Thou didst stand."  "O Lord, though blessed James, Thy sacred Apostle . . . ."  Updated 9/12/18.

Luke-Apostle & Evangelist, Stichera at the Aposticha at Vespers

The Aposticha at Vespers for the Holy Apostle & Evangelist Luke, October 18th, Prosomoion "Rejoice."  "Richly was grace poured forth on thy lips . . . ."

Thomas-the Holy Apostle, Stichera at the Aposticha

These stichera are for the Aposticha for the Apostle Thomas, October 6th, Prosomoion "Unto them that fear thee."  "Christ the Friend of man drew thee up . . . ."  Updated 9/20/18.