Akathist — Request Online
An akathist is a hymn of praise and thanksgiving dedicated to the Lord, the Mother of God or the saints. At the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, akathists are read at the request of the faithful.
Akathist to the Mother of God
The Akathist to the Most Holy Theotokos is one of the oldest and most revered akathists, praising Her motherly intercession.
Akathist to St. Nicholas the Wonderworker
The Akathist to St. Nicholas the Wonderworker is offered with requests for help in various circumstances of life.
Akathist to Christ the Almighty
The Akathist to our Lord Jesus Christ — a hymn of praise confessing the divine majesty of the Savior.
Akathist to St. George the Victorious
The Akathist to the Great Martyr George the Victorious is read with a request for protection from enemies and strengthening in faith.
Akathist to Archangel Michael
The Akathist to the Archangel Michael — a hymn of praise to the Archangel, leader of the heavenly host.
Akathist to St. Panteleimon
The Akathist to the Great Martyr Panteleimon the Healer is offered with a request for healing from illness.
Akathist to St. Spyridon
The Akathist to St. Spyridon of Trimythous — with a request for help in material needs and housing matters.
Akathist to All Saints
The Akathist to All Saints — a hymn of praise in honor of the whole host of Orthodox saints.
Akathist to the Holy Trinity
The Akathist to the Holy Life-Giving Trinity — a hymn of praise in honor of the Most Holy Trinity.
Akathist to the Resurrection of Christ
The Akathist to the Holy Resurrection of Christ — a hymn celebrating the victory of life over death.
Akathist to the “Inexhaustible Chalice” Icon
The Akathist to the “Inexhaustible Chalice” icon of the Mother of God — a powerful prayer against alcohol and drug addiction.
Akathist to Archangel Gabriel
The Akathist to the Archangel Gabriel — a hymn in honor of God's messenger who brought the good news to the Virgin Mary.
Akathist to St. John the Warrior
The Akathist to the Martyr John the Warrior — a hymn with a request for protection from false accusations and injustice.
Akathist to St. Anastasia the Deliverer from Bonds
The Akathist to the Martyr Anastasia, Deliverer from Bonds — a hymn asking for release from bonds, imprisonment and illness.
Akathist to St. Andrew the First-Called
The Akathist to the Apostle Andrew the First-Called — a hymn in honor of the first disciple called by Christ.