Akathist of Repentance For One Who Has Aborted a Child
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This tearful, cleansing lamentation comes from the heart of a believing Orthodox person. With hope, she tenaciously clings to her Saviour with the boldness of one who knows the ultimate greatness of Christ's forgiveness. Not attempting to hide from Christ's gaze the magnitude of her sinful actions, the writer of this akathist fully presents her fallenness to the Lord without leaving unspoken even a trace for which the demons might accuse her at the Last Judgment. And out of the fullness of her repentance, in this liturgical expression of sorrow, she can freely call out: 36 pages.
Akathist to Almighty God for Help in Trouble
$4.95 $5.50
When faced with difficulties (whether great or small) this akathist not only brings solace to the soul but helps in strengthening one's faith in the merciful providence of our loving Lord. 28 pages.
" O Lord, my Lord, my joy, grant that I may rejoice in Thy mercy!"
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Akathist to Jesus Christ For a Loved One Who has Fallen Asleep
$4.95 $5.50
Anyone grieving over the loss of a loved one will truly find comfort here--for oneself and for the dearly beloved one who has departed. A thoughtful gift to give at funerals. 32 pages.
Jesus, All-merciful Judge, vouchsafe Thy servant (handmaiden) (Name) the sweetness of Paradise.
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Akathist to Sts. Peter & Fevronia: Protectors of Orthodox Marriage
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For centuries, the faithful of Russia have honored Sts. Peter and Fevronia as patrons of honorable marriage. A few years ago the Day of Family, Love and Fidelity, in honor of Orthodox family life, was established, fittingly acknowledging these righteous saints as protectors. On this day, special petitions for the preservation of Orthodox marriage are included in the Liturgy and a special prayer, invoking the intercession of Sts. Peter and Fevronia, is said at the conclusion of the service. (This prayer is included at the end of the Akathist.)
This pocket-sized, user-friendly edition is printed on glossy paper, just as the others in the Series. Both cover and inner pages are in full color, including several icons of the saints. 32 pages.
The Life of Sts. Peter & Fevronia
St. Peter was a prince of the city of Murom in Russia in the thirteenth century and became sick with a serious illness that the physicians could not cure. He heard about a peasant maiden, Fevronia, who was skilled in healing with medicinal herbs. He went to her and she treated him successfully. Deeply grateful and impressed by her wisdom, Peter married her. However his boyars were ashamed to have a peasant woman as their princess and rose up, demanding that Peter send her away. Rather than break his marriage vows, Peter chose to go into exile with Fevronia and together they left the city. Then the boyars began to fight among themselves who should be the next prince, and many were slain. The survivors came to their senses and ran after St. Peter, begging him to return to Murom with Fevronia, and restore peace to the city, which they did. Both became greatly beloved by the people for their almsgiving, humility and wise leadership.
After many years, when they knew they were approaching their ends, they both took monastic vows and prayed that they might die on the same day. They also gave instructions that they should be buried together and had a stone tomb prepared by the cathedral. And the Lord heard their prayer; they did indeed die on the same day, June 20, 1228, each in their own monasteries. However the people did not think it fitting to bury them together, and placed them in separate caskets while waiting for the funeral. The next morning the caskets were empty and their bodies were found together in the stone tomb. Sts. Peter and Fevronia were as honored after their deaths as they had been in life, and over the centuries became renowned as intercessors for those seeking help with their marriages.
Akathist to the Kursk-Root Icon – Акафист Чудотворной иконой Курско-Коренной
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Akathist Hymn to the Kursk-Root Icon
Акафист Пресвятой Богородице перед ее Чудотворной иконой Курско-Коренной
This edition of the Akathist to the Kursk-Root icon is dedicated to the 5th anniversary of the return of the Wonderworking Icon to Russia (2009-2013) and to the memory of the conqueror of division in the Russian Church, His Eminence Metropolitan Laurus (Shkurla), thanks to whom the return of the Icon to Russia became possible.
48 pages
Softcover
Akathist to the Lesna Icon of the Theotokos
$3.38 $3.75
Author: Lambertson, Isaac E. (trans)
Form: Paperback
Pages: 24
The convent of Lesna was founded in Russia in the nineteenth century and was home to a miracle working icon of the Virgin. Following the Russian Revolution the nuns fled to the West taking the icon with them. They eventually found a new permanent home in France, bringing with them the miraculous Lesna icon of the Mother of God and this traditional akathist, which was composed before the Russian Revolution.
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Akathist to the Mother of God, "Healer of Cancer"
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This beautiful akathist is written to the Mother of God Pantanassa or Queen of All, an Athonite miracle-working icon, effective in many healings of cancer. Includes a Homily on Healing. 32 pages.
Akathist to the Mother of God, "Nurturer of Children"
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First in the Series, this powerful akathist to the Mother of God, Nurturer of Children, is already in its fifth printing. Hundreds of mothers faithfully take this little book in hand to pray daily for their children by name. This akathist may also be used to pray for grandchildren and godchildren. 24 pages.
"Raise my children (names), O Lady, to be made worthy of the Kingdom of Heaven and make them heirs of eternal blessings."
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Akathist to the Mother of God, The Milkgiver
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This Akathist—pure and beautiful in its simplicity—was composed in honor of the unique Wonderworking Icon, “The Milkgiver,” treasured in the Serbian Hilandar Monastery on the Holy Mountain. The Theotokos is depicted breastfeeding Christ, a poignant model for mothers nourishing their children. This maternal image is woven throughout the text, as the Mother of God is our “sheltering wing,” “protection for our little children,” “support of families of the faithful,” and “nurturer of the young and weak.” She is the nurturer of all, for her milk “noetically poureth forth immaterial gifts, nurturing the hearts and souls of the faithful.” This English version is translated from Serbian and printed with the blessing of Hilandar Monastery. A fitting gift, especially during the season of Christ’s Nativity.
Inner pages include several full-page icons, and the entire pocket-sized book is fully adorned with a festive design. 32 pages.
Akathist to the Righteous Joachim and Anna: For Blessed Married Life
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"O my beloved sojourners struggling to remain upon the 'narrow path' to Paradise, how desperately we need to set before us these Intercessors as examples to imitate, for it is difficult to find lives imbued with integrity in today's world," writes Father Demetrios Carellas in the Preface.
This publication is offered in our Series so as to invoke the wonderful intercession of these righteous Ancestors of God; as an aid for those desiring to overcome childlessness; and for the strengthening of the marriage bond.
Eleventh in our Akathist Series; it too is printed in an attractive, pocket-sized format, with extra-sturdy covers intended for frequent use. Includes a full-color cover; inner pages are adorned with many illustrations. 36 pages.
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Akathist to the Venerable Fr. Paisius
$4.95 $5.50
Our Father among the Saints, the Great Schema-Archimandrite Paisius (1722-1794), truly is, as this akathist says, a "chosen commander of spiritual warriors, guide and all-wondrous shepherd of monks, who through the writings of the Fathers fed our souls." And he feeds us yet today, though his writings, his witness, and most importantly through his heavenly intercession.
This new release is the fourteenth in our well-known Akathist Series, printed in an attractive, pocket-sized format, with extra-sturdy covers intended for frequent use. Includes several full-color depictions of the Saint. 40 pages.
Commemoration Book for Personal Prayers
$3.83 $4.25
An endearing little booklet for writing down the names of your loved ones. Certain pages are designed with headings such as, O Lord, have mercy on the suffering, sick children , pertaining to the various akathists in this series. 24 pages.
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English and Slavonic Prayer Book
$18.00 $20.00
The Russian Orthodox Youth Committee has published its revised pocket size soft-cover Prayer Book.
The Prayer Book is an excellent aid for those, to whom the faith and the Church are dear, but who find it difficult to read Church Slavonic. This paperback prayer book is written in Russian (with accent marks) and with parallel English text.
Dimensions: 5" x 6.5" x 0.6"
Service and Akathist to St. John of Shanghai & San Francisco
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The service to St. John (including the akathist) was translated by Reader Isaac E. Lambertsen from the Church Slavonic text. The akathist to St. John was orginally compiled in English by Hieromonk Seraphim (Rose), translated into Church Slavonic, edited and revised by Archbishop Alypy of Chicago and subsequently approved for liturgical use by the Synod of Bishops of the Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia. The present English text incorporated both Fr. Seraphim's original and Reader Isaac Lambertsen's translation.
48 pages
Softcover
The All-Night Vigil for Choir and Laity
$18.00 $20.00
This is intended both to help the worshipper to follow the service at the Vigil for Sunday held on Saturday night and to assist the choir in chanting the service. It contains the unvarying texts and rubrics regarding the insertion of the variable parts. The parts of the priest, deacon, reader and choir are clearly indicated. No musical notation is included. Traditional English language is used throughout.
Form: Hardcover
Pages: 144
The Holy Great Martyr and Healer Panteleimon: His Life & Akathist
$8.10 $9.00
Lovingly compiled by the Hermitage brotherhood in honor of its patron, Saint Panteleimon, this beautiful softcover booklet is ideal for both home and church. It includes the life and passion of the Holy Great Martyr and Healer, along with his akathist hymn, special prayers, beautiful icons and artwork.
"The only purpose of our life from the time we are born is to find God and become one with Him and our fellow man. To this end God grants us guides and helpers along the way, beginning with our parents. However, as we draw closer to Him, climbing the Ladder of Divine Ascent, we begin to experience help from those who are nearest to God: His Saints. Therefore, Beloved, are you sick or suffering? Or are you seeking the true purpose of your life—to attain union with God? If so, then know that you have a compassionate helper whom our All-merciful Saviour has even given a name like unto Himself: the all-merciful Panteleimon. Call upon him!" (back cover).
52pp., softcover booklet
8.5" x 5.5"
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The Order of Small Compline and Evening Prayers
$6.30 $7.00
Read by many Orthodox Christians as part of their daily prayer rule, the Service of Small Compline holds a special place in the life of Holy Trinity Monastery. The brotherhood gathers every evening for common prayer as a last obedience before retiring to their individual cells. The service is presented here according to the usage of Holy Trinity Monastery, complete with the Prayers Before Sleep.ﾠ
Author: Campbell, Laurence (tran.)
Form: Paperback
Pages: 57
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