Saint
Apostles Andronicus and Junia
The Holy Apostles Andronicus and Junia
New Calendar May 17 Old Calendar May 30
Why they are a saint
The Holy Apostles Andronicus and Junia are commemorated by the Orthodox Church on May 17. Venerated as apostles who preached the Gospel of Christ; little else about their lives has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Apostles Andronicus and Junia as a patron when they bear the name Apostles at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 17. As an apostle, he is also asked to pray for missionaries and those who spread the Gospel.
Prayer
O holy Apostles Andronicus and 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.