Category: Akathists to New Testament Saints

Discover Orthodox Akathists dedicated to the saints of the New Testament—apostles, evangelists, holy women, and disciples of Christ who witnessed His ministry, Passion, Resurrection, and the birth of the Church. These traditional hymns honor those who directly received and proclaimed the Gospel, laying the foundation of Christian faith through preaching, martyrdom, and holy witness. Explore powerful Orthodox prayers seeking their intercession for apostolic zeal, deeper faith in Christ, spiritual understanding of the Scriptures, and strength to live according to the Gospel.

March 19, 2026
Akathists to New Testament Saints, Orthodox Akathists, Saints of the Gospel

Akathist to Saint Apostle James the son of Zebedee

Akathist Hymn to Saint Apostle James the Son of Zebedee (James the Great), one of Christ’s closest disciples and brother of John the Theologian. This powerful Orthodox prayer honors the “Son of Thunder,” witness to the Transfiguration and Gethsemane, first martyred apostle, and zealous intercessor for missionaries, pilgrims, theologians, and those seeking protection from troubles, illnesses, anger, and spiritual harm. Pray this devotional akathist to invoke his fervent intercession, divine zeal, and mercy for strength in faith, spiritual warfare, and a Christian end. Perfect for Orthodox Christians honoring his memory (feast day April 30) and seeking apostolic guidance and healing through ancient hymnody. Explore the complete text with kontakia, ikoi, and concluding prayer. Deepen your devotion to the holy apostles today!

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March 6, 2026
Akathists for Spiritual Struggles, Akathists to New Testament Saints, Intercessors for Children and Families, Orthodox Akathists, Relatives of Christ

Akathist Hymn To The Righteous Joseph, The Betrothed of the All-holy Virgin Mary

Read the full Akathist Hymn to the Righteous Joseph the Betrothed of the All-Holy Virgin Mary in English. Orthodox praise for the guardian of the Theotokos and nurturer of Christ—protector, intercessor, and model of faith. Translated from Church Slavonic.

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September 20, 2025
Akathists for Spiritual Struggles, Akathists to New Testament Saints, Death and Remembering the Reposed, Orthodox Akathists, Prayer and Spirituality, Repentance

Akathist to Saint Dismas the Good Thief on the Cross

To be prayed continually for someone or for yourself in order to obtain repentance and conversion to Christ before you or that person dies. Also to be prayed for souls who departed this world without being part of Christ’s True Church or people who died without repentance in sins so that they may eventually be spared from Hell.

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