On the victorious Resurrection/ you were named truly named, the martyr of Christ,/ you brought victory to your enemies through torment through patience,/ for the sake of Christ, your Bridegroom,/ whom you loved./ Pray//to save our souls.
In the temptations and sorrows that exist,/ flowing to your temple,/ they receive honest gifts/ from the Divine grace living in you, Anastasia // you are ever the source of healing in the world.
Oh, long-suffering and wise great martyr of Christ Anastasia! You stand in soul in Heaven at the Throne of the Lord, and on earth, by the grace given to you, you perform various healings. Look mercifully at the people ahead and those praying before your image, asking for your help: extend your holy prayers to the Lord for us and ask us for forgiveness of our sins, for the sick, healing, for the grieving and needy, first aid: pray to the Lord, may He grant us all a Christian death and a good answer at His Last Judgment, may we also be worthy, together with through you glorify the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen.
Memorial Day December 22/January 4
She was the daughter of a rich and noble Roman. With all her property she served the prisoners, among whom were many Christians. For her mercy and selfless service, the prisoners called her the Pattern Maker, that is, “lightening the shackles.” Finally, they recognized her as a Christian and subjected her to torture. However, St. Anastasia remained faithful to Christ. They pray to the holy martyr for relief from the bonds of those in captivity, for the conversion of those who are lost and who have fallen into serious crimes to Christ.
*Minea. December 22nd.
** Akathist to the Great Martyr Anastasia the Pattern Maker.