Saint Tikhon of Moscow Orthodox Church
Anchorage, Alaska

Akathist to our Holy Hierarch and Wonderworker Tikhon Patriarch of Moscow, Elightener of North America

In October of 2003 with the blessing of the ever memorable Patrarch Alexei II, Saint Tikhon of Moscow Orthodox Church in Anchorage Alaska received relics of Holy Hierarch Tikhon. Ever since, every Tuesday the Akathist to Holy Hierarch Tikhon is being served before his relics. If you would like for the names of your loved ones to be commemorated during the Akathist you may contact the parish.

Tropar to Saint Tikhon - Tone 1

Let us praise Tikhon, the Patriarch of all Russia, and Elightener of North America, as ardent follower of the Apostolic traditions and good pastor of the Church of Christ, who was elected by Divine Providence, and laid down his life for his sheep. Let us sing to him with faith and hope, and ask for his hierarchical intercessions; Keep the Church in Russia in tranquility, and the Church in North America in peace; gather her scattered children into one flock, bring to repentence those who have renounced the true faith; preserve our lands from civil strife, and entreat God's peace for all people.

Kondak 1

O Chosen Hierarch, most glorious favorite and confessor of Christ, strong defender of the Orthodox Church, intercessor and supplicant for both Russia and America, who glorified the Lord who glorified thee by granting us such a great and new glorious witness, we sing this hymn of praise to thee; and as thou hast great boldness before the Queen of Heaven and earth, deliver us from all calamity who call to thee and sing; Rejoice, O Holy Hierarch Tikhon, the pride and confirmation of the Orthodox Church.

Ikos 1

Desiring to comfort the people suffering through the turbulant and stormy days of revelution, the Lord and Creator of the Angles gave them thee, O Most serene and kind hearted Patriarch, to be a beacon illuminating the souls of the faithful with the radiance of the Thrice Luminous Trinity; and even now, all those wanting to be with Christ follow thee in thy steps. Therefore we humbly cry:

Rejoice, Obedient monastic who accepted the patriarch's throne.

Rejoice, Zealous fulfillment of the will of God.

Rejoice, All-holy Master who ascended the throne on the Feast of the Virgin.

Rejoice, O Good and faithful servant who was announced before the throne of the Trinity on the Feast of Her Annunciation.

Rejoice, Confessor adorned in the robes of a patriarch.

Rejoice, Luminary who dedicated his life to God and was illumined by Him.

Rejoice, Confirmation of the Patriarchate of the Russian Church.

Rejoice, O Blessed icon of the Good Shepherd.

Rejoice, Magnificent adornment of the Donskoi Monastery.

Rejoice, Confirmation of the Church in America.

Rejoice, Divinely ordained inheritance of the Russian lands.

Rejoice, Divinely inspired instructor of the Orthodox in America.

Rejoice, O Holy Hierarch Tikhon, the pride and confirmation of the Orthodox Church.

Kondak 2

Seeing the Russian people afraid and in great despair over the desecration of their Orthodox churches, thou didst prefer they should seek eternal life through prayer and supplication rather than through earthly death. Enlighten us also, O Tender-hearted Tikhon, with the light of your wisdom that together we may sing to the Creator of all: Alleluia.

Ikos 2

With wisdom inspired by God, O Godly wise Tikhon, thou didst deny the widom of the flesh, and didst wisely dedicate thy will to the Lord. Offering thyself as a pure receptacle thou didst become an abode of the Holy Spirit. Therefore we praise thee as a godlywise teacher and we sing:

Rejoice, Great elder, for the patriarchal throne was foretold thee in the flower of thy youth.

Rejoice, Chosen laborer in the vineyard of Christ.

Rejoice, Enlightened pastor and nourisher of the Orthodox Church in America.

Rejoice, Good shepherd whose flock followed thee to the heights of spiritual deeds.

Rejoice, Good pastor who lead his flock to salvation.

Rejoice, Champion of the Kingdom on High.

Rejoice, Visionary and preacher of the Wisdom of God.

Rejoice, Guardian of the wisdom of the Apostolic Church.

Rejoice, Golden-mouthed herald of Orthodox truth.

Rejoice, Fearless exposer of lies and deceit.

Rejoice, Most wonderful fragrance of righteousness.

Rejoice, O Master who has not put our hopes to shame.

Rejoice, O Holy Hierarch Tikhon, the pride and confirmation of the Orthodox Church.

Kondak 3

The power of God was made manifest in thy Cross-bearing labors, O Preacher and Hierarch Tikhon, for being armed with the grace of God thou didst destroy the evil works of the countless enemies of Orthodoxy and didst sing to God the song of victory: Alleluia.

Ikos 3

Having an unshakable faith and a conscience clear thou didst forsake the comforts of this world, O Tikhon, blessed of God; and as a Hierarch of the Church, thou didst labor mightily for the Lord. Therefore, being adorned with blessedness and being illumined from on-High, as the North Star thou dost guide us all who sing:

Rejoice, Example of meekness who loved Christ with thy whole heart.

Rejoice, Wise servant who increased the talent entrusted to thee.

Rejoice, O Virtuous one who accomplished things pleasing to God.

Rejoice, Invincible warrior who armed thyself with wisdom, humility and piety.

Rejoice, Vladyko who confounded the godless with holiness.

Rejoice, O Master who sought after righteousness and truth.

Rejoice, O Patriarch who boldly proclaimed the truth.

Rejoice, O Servant who suffered imprisonment for the sake of the Truth.

Rejoice, O Monk who attained the heights through humility.

Rejoice, Great ascetic who achieved the eternal reward through thy spiritual deeds.

Rejoice, Good shepherd who steadfastly ensured the safety of they flock.

Rejoice, O Righteous one who fervently entreats God for our sake.

Rejoice, O Holy Hierarch Tikhon, the pride and confirmation of the Orthodox Church.

Kondak 4

The raging storms of our passion filled thoughts do not allow us, O Most wise Tikhon, to properly extol the magnitude of thy witness and confession, yet being strengthened in faith and piety through thy prayers before the Throne of the Almighty, we fervently sing to Him: Alleluia.

Ikos 4

When the faithful learned of the beneficent goodness of thy soul, O God-bearing Tikhon, they were filled with a yearning desire to see thee ascend to the patriarchal throne. Since thou wast chosen from on-High to be the instrument of Divine command, we are filled with wonder at the providence of God and we sing these songs of praise:

Rejoice, Chief Hierarch elected by God.

Rejoice, Chosen man selected to lead the flock of Christ.

Rejoice, Divinely-chosen of the High Priest Christ Himself.

Rejoice, Confirmation of the eternal Christian ideals.

Rejoice, Communicant together with the Apostles.

Rejoice, Concelebrant with the great Hierarchs of the Church.

Rejoice, Godly-wise equal to the Patriarchs of old.

Rejoice, Proven guide on the path of salvation.

Rejoice, Vanqusher of the logic of the flesh.

Rejoice, Ceaseless proclamation of salvific grace.

Rejoice, Ever-flowing source of miracles.

Rejoice, Supplicant for the people, starets and favorite of Rus'.

Rejoice, O Holy Hierarch Tikhon, the pride and confirmation of the Orthodox Church.

Kondak 5

The Lord revealed thee as a divinely-bright star, O Mostwonderful Father Tikhon, and thou doth ever shine upon thy flock with the radiant light of Orthodoxy, revealing to us the steps which lead to the Kingdom of Heaven and teaching us to ever sing to God: Alleluia.

Ikos 5

When thou didst ascend to the throne of patriarchal primacy, vacant for two hundred years, thou didst give thyself completely to the Lord. Thou didst labor mightily for God illuminating those darkened by their passion. Seeing thee, therefore, as a godlywise Archpastor and a most faithful and able builder of the House of God we sing this hymn of praise: 

Rejoice, Firm pilot standing at the helm of the Church.

Rejoice, Bright beacon of Christ to the faithful.

Rejoice, Provider of solace to those needing spiritual comfort.

Rejoice, Guardian of the Church against the hour of thy death.

Rejoice, Brave pastor who kept the devourer of souls from devouring thy flock.

Rejoice, True helmsman who preserved the Church of Christ in times of calamity.

Rejoice, Great leader who delivered us from the prince of this world.

Rejoice, Wise teacher who filled us with desire for Christ.

Rejoice, Beauty of theology and beauty in deeds.

Rejoice, Wisdom that confounded the fury of persecution.

Rejoice, Strength that stemmed the temptations of the flesh.

Rejoice, Pride of the Orthodox faith.

Rejoice, O Holy Hierarch Tikhon, the pride and confirmation of the Orthodox Church.

Kondak 6

Truly thou didst appear as a preacher of grace, a bold defense and a righteous proclamation of the Word of Truth, O Blessed Hierarch Tikhon, for as a true soldier of Christ, thou didst defend thy flock during the time of mortal sin and temptation, calling all to sing to the One True God: Alleluia.

Ikos 6

Having labored in the New World and having planted the foundations of monastic life in America, thou didst ascend the patriarchal throne of Russia as a radiant star shimmering with the rays of thy teachings and dispelling the darkness of evil with the light of thy confession. Now we satisfy ourselves with the fruit of thy labors and with thankfulness and love we sing:

Rejoice, O Hierarch who ascended the throne of primacy through the provindence of God.

Rejoice, True pastor who followed the way of the Cross together with flock entrusted to thee.

Rejoice, Loving father who lead us with thy shepherd's staff.

Rejoice, O Master who did not abandon us in the wilderness.

Rejoice, Good shepherd who returned the lost sheep who was stolen away.

Rejoice, Physician who cared for the wounded and healed the sick.

Rejoice, Vigilant leader who separated the rebellious and the violent from the Lambs of thy flock.

Rejoice, Confessor who stanched the flow of heresies and malicious slander.

Rejoice, Instructor of the faithful who lamanted strife in the Church.

Rejoice, O High priest who withstood false accusations against thy monastic life.

Rejoice, Precious treasure of the Church who preserved the Orthodox Faith as a treasure for all people.

Rejoice, Good worker in the vineyard whose labors still show us the way today.

Rejoice, O Holy Hierarch Tikhon, the pride and confirmation of the Orthodox Church.

Kondak 7

Desiring ever to be a good shepherd to thy flock, O God-bearing Tikhon, thou didst strive to achieve all things for the benefit of their souls, so they might come to the One True God. Therefore we, who desire to achieve salvation through thy most glorious intercessions, dare to sing: Alleluia.

Ikos 7

The Church in both Russia and America has found in thee, O Holy Hierarch Tikhon, a new and glorious patron, for through thy confession of faith thou didst withstand the assaults of men while not forsaking the commands of the Holy Fathers. Therefore, thou was given spiritual strength by the Author of spiritual perfection, Christ Himself and we, the unworthy sing:

Rejoice, Example of abstinence.

Rejoice, Source of salvation for countless souls.

Rejoice, Shepherd who drove the wolves away from thy sheep.

Rejoice, Father who wisely exposed their treacherous ways.

Rejoice, Champion who defeated satanic assaults.

Rejoice, Warrior who wielded the all-powerful weapon of grace.

Rejoice, Herald of God's providence for man.

Rejoice, Wonderful purification of morality.

Rejoice, Vigilant guardian of the treasures of the Orthodox Faith.

Rejoice, Fulfillment of God's good will towards man.

Rejoice, Favorite of God who tasted the pleasures of Heaven while abiding here on earth.

Rejoice, Revelation of the sweetness of thy soul with the deeds of thy life.

Rejoice, O Holy Hierarch Tikhon, the pride and confirmation of the Orthodox Church.

Kondak 8

The unbelievers and the weak in faith beheld a strange and glorious miracle, O God-pleasing Tikhon, when they witnessed thy blessed life on the patriarchal throne, for in the face of evil oppression thou didst confirm the Orthodox Faith and through thy wisdom and works of grace, thou didst teach us, thy faithful flock to piously sing: Alleluia.

Ikos 8

Being filled with love for Christ, O Tender-hearted Tikhon, thou didst not abandon thy flock, and as a guardian Angel, thou dost offer prayers for them before the Throne of the Almighty. Therefore we fervently honor thy blessed memory as we sing these songs of praise to thee:

Rejoice, Great Master who astonished the world with thy love.

Rejoice, Example of meekness in authority.

Rejoice, Reflection of the glory of the Gracious Lord of all.

Rejoice, Bright beacon that shined the Light of the Kingdom upon us on earth.

Rejoice, Patient teacher of Apostolic virtue.

Rejoice, Wise instructor in the canons of the Church.

Rejoice, Good servant who preferred toil and labor over fame and honor.

Rejoice, Vladyko whose words were based firmly in the Orthodox truth.

Rejoice, Great teacher of priestly virtue.

Rejoice, O Master who accepted the heavy burden of the patriarch's throne.

Rejoice, Precious gemstone that adorns the Russian and American lands.

Rejoice, Constant intercessor for us, thy helpless children, before the throne of God.

Rejoice, O Holy Hierarch Tikhon, the pride and confirmation of the Orthodox Church.

Kondak 9

Thou didst bind thyself to a glorious podvig, O Honorable Tikhon, and didst thereby achieve a great and eternal accomplishment, thou didst establish thy gracious and God loving soul into life everlasting where, together with the heavenly host and the company of all the Saints, thou doth sing to God the song of victory: Alleluia.

Ikos 9

The heralds of the times will never worthily proclaim the glorification of thy glorious memory, O Tikhon, the voice of God. We, however, being brought to repentance through thee, and fervently wishing to emulate thy humility, sing these songs of praise to thee:

Rejoice, Gracious teacher and master.

Rejoice, Steadfast defender of the weak in faith.

Rejoice, Fortress that withstood the savagery of temporal power.

Rejoice, O Wise one who rendered to Ceasar only that which was due to him.

Rejoice, Proclamation of the glory of the King of Kings and Lord of Lords.

Rejoice, Preservation of the promise of salvation.

Rejoice, Zealous defender of the Holy Orthodox Faith.

Rejoice, Blessed pathfinder along the way from earth to heaven.

Rejoice, Confirmation of the True Faith amid the darkness of unrighteousness.

Rejoice, Deflector of the wrath of God into mercy on our sinful souls.

Rejoice, O Patriarch, for the great Hierarchs of Moscow did not abandon thee.

Rejoice, O Humble one, for thou art adorned with the protecting veil of the Most-Pure Theotokos.

Rejoice, O Holy Hierarch Tikhon, the pride and confirmation of the Orthodox Church.

Kondak 10

Desiring to preserve the Russian Church, O All-glorius Tikhon, thou didst bring anathema upon bloodthirsty deeds of the lawless ones. By thus acting against the enemies of God, they came to fear thee as a second Hermogenes, but we who honor the blessed memory of thy sufferings sing to Him Who glorified thee: Alleluia.

Ikos 10

By appearing as a steadfast and dependable luminary of the Church, thou didst shine forth as an image of a tireless warrior striving valiantly, in word and in deed, in defense of the True Faith, O Preacher and Hierarch Tikhon. And even today, the darkness is dispelled and the designs of the evil one are laid bare through the light of thy blessed counsels. Therefore, we sing to thee:

Rejoice, Revelation to those espousing heresies.

Rejoice, Denunciation of the philosophy of godlessness.

Rejoice, Source of nourishment to the victims of persecution and the New-martyrs of Russia.

Rejoice, Hope in the providence of God.

Rejoice, New Peter who accepted imprisonment for the sake of Christ.

Rejoice, New Paul who emulated Christ and His voluntary suffering.

Rejoice, New Andrew who joyfully accepted to suffer for Christ and His Church.

Rejoice, New John whose sufferings confimed thy confession.

Rejoice, New Philip who exposed the temptations of power and avarice.

Rejoice, New Jonah who brought fear to the minds of the faithless.

Rejoice, New Alexis who confirmed the True Faith through thy many works.

Rejoice, New Peter who nourished the newly planted vine with thy loving care.

Rejoice, O Holy Hierarch Tikhon, the pride and confirmation of the Orthodox Church.

Kondak 11

Thou dost shine forth in Heaven, adorned with a beautiful crown, and we on earth offer thee our songs of praise, for as a faithful Hierarch, thou hast robed thyself with truth and now doth exalt in the sweetness of Heaven. Earnestly pray for us before the Heavenly Father, as we glorify thee and sing to Him: Alleluia.

Ikos 11

Christ revealed thee as luminary for the entire world, a Divinely inspired Father Tikhon, for he beheld the humility of thy heart and placed thee on the patriarchal throne. Presenting thyself to Him as a sweet-smelling offering, thou didst become both priest and sacrifice. For this cause, we offer thee our ceaseless songs of praise:

Rejoice, Radiant icon, for the beauty of thy life.

Rejoice, Faithful servant who worthily received eternal life.

Rejoice, Powerful defender of the Truth.

Rejoice, Earnest proponent of repentance.

Rejoice, Destroyer of the evil intentions of the wicked.

Rejoice, Strengthener of the weak in the Orthodox Faith.

Rejoice, Willing prisoner for the sake of the Faith.

Rejoice, Passion-bearer who willingly endured torture for the sake of Christ.

Rejoice, Proven weapon of the power of God.

Rejoice, Holy temple dedicated to the glory of God.

Rejoice, Blessed shepherd dedicated to the spiritual safety of thy flock.

Rejoice, Speedy helper to those who call upon thee.

Rejoice, O Holy Hierarch Tikhon, the pride and confirmation of the Orthodox Church.

Kondak 12

Desiring to receive grace from the Bountiful Lord of all, thou didst adorn thy life as with a garment free of stain of sin, O All praised Father Tikhon, teaching us all to humbly venerate Christ. In return, He adorned thee with the gift of miracles, and sanctified and glorified thee both in Heaven and on earth, teaching us to sing to thee: Alleluia.

Ikos 12

As we glorify the Confessor's crown which thou didst receive, O Most-wonderful Tikhon, we find ourselves unable to praise thee worthily, for what shall we call thee through whom God, glorified in the Trinity, hath glorified Himself? Therefore we sing to thee these songs of praise:

Rejoice, O Father whose Cross-bearing labors were pleasing to the Lord.

Rejoice, O Master who sought only to do the will of God.

Rejoice, O Vessel overflowing with the Holy Spirit.

Rejoice, O Blessed chalice filled with His Holy Gifts.

Rejoice, O Honored one who received the eternal blessings of God.

Rejoice, O intercessor who entreats God's blessings on thy people.

Rejoice, O physician whose healing relics appeared as a flame of fire.

Rejoice, Precious dew, for through thee was the Holy Church preserved as from fire.

Rejoice, Fervent champion of the glory of God.

Rejoice, Steadfast protector who speedily answers our prayers.

Rejoice, Source of joy and gladness for thy flock.

Rejoice, Humble servant who dedicated thy life to serving the Orthodox Faith.

Rejoice, O Holy Hierarch Tikhon, the pride and confirmation of the Orthodox Church.

Kondak 13

O Most-gracious pastor Holy Patriarch Tikhon, accept these, our humble praises and pray to the Lord of Hosts who hath crowned thee with glory, that Russia and America might arise in Christ, that the people and His Holy Church might live in peace protected from all spiritual maladies and godless turmoil, that the hearts of all mankind may become filled with love for Him and toward their neighbor, that those who have fallen away or have never been taught might come to know Him through the power of His Good and Holy Spirit, and that we may now and ever and unto the ages of ages with one heart and with one mind sing unto Him: Alleluia.

(This Kondak is repeated 3 times, followed by Ikos 1 and Kondak 1)

Prayer to Holy Hierarch Tikhon

O most-gracious pastor, great and holy Patriarch Tikhon. Thou didst appear as a fortress standing high atop a hill, and thy many good deeds shine forth before us even to this day. And now, standing before the Throne of the Most-Holy Trinity, thou doth ever pray with great boldness to the Lord and Creator of all. Look down upon thy sinful and unworthy children who fall down before thee in earnest prayer and entreat the Lord that He may grant us the determination to firmly strive in the faith of our fathers as thou didst firmly strive from the days of thy youth, and having been an ardent defender and protector of the true Faith during this life, help us to preserve the Orthodox Faith. Seeing before us the calm and serene example of thy peaceful soul, enable us to humbly accept the will of God rather than be concerned with the tempestuous wisdom of man. Bravely thou didst stand before the enemies of Christ, boldly proclaiming the One True God, strengthen us weaklings therefore with thy prayers, that we too may in every place and at every time stand against the forces of atheism and lies. O champion of Christ, do not despise us as we bring our prayers to thee, for not only are we asking for deliverance from our sorrows and misfortunes, we are also asking for strength and determination, and the spirit of love and grace, that we might overcome all the perils that befall us. Pray that we may be granted the required patience to reach the end of our days, that we may attain the peace of our Lord and that we may receive forgiveness of our sins. O holy father Tikhon, disperse the winds of strife and faithlessness, so that our Lord may establish the peaceful calm of Faith and uncompromising Love in all the Russian and American lands, that civil strife and discord may be abated through thy prayers, and that our Holy Orthodox Church may flourish, never wanting for honest workers and true pastors to rightfully divide the Word of Thy Truth. Protect and preserve the flock of Christ, and ceaselessly entreat the Lord of Hosts that our lands will embrace the spirit of repentance, that we may all with osne mind and one heart ever praise God, Who is wonderful in His saints, the Trinity, glorified in the Father, and the Son and the Holy Spirit, always, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.

Magnification

We magnify, we magnify thee. O Holy Hierarch Tikhon, and we honor you holy memory, for thou dost pray unto Christ for us.