Apostle
Andronicus of the Seventy and his fellow-laborer, Junia
Apostle Andronicus of the Seventy and his fellow-laborer, Junia
New Calendar May 17 Old Calendar May 30
Why they are a saint
The Church commemorates Andronicus of the Seventy and his fellow-laborer, Junia with the Seventy. Apostles are honored as the first witnesses who carried the Gospel. Orthodox Christians honor that first generation of witnesses. The New Calendar feast is May 17.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Andronicus of the Seventy as a patron when they bear the name Andronicus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 17. Those who share his calling as a missionary also ask his prayers.
Prayer
O holy Andronicus of the Seventy and his fellow-laborer, Junia, pray to God for us.
A short general prayer to a saint, not a liturgical text. No public-domain troparion for this saint is included.