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Apostle Pudens

Apostle

Commemorated January 4 · April 14 · April 15

The holy, glorious and all-laudable Apostle Pudens (also Poudes) of the Seventy was chosen by Jesus Christ to preach the good news contained in the Gospel. His feast day is celebrated on April 14 or 15, and he is also commemorated on January 4 among the Seventy.

Troparion · General Menaion Tone 3

O holy apostle Pudens, entreat the Merciful God that He may grant the remission of sins to our souls.

Kontakion · General Menaion Tone 4

As a most bright star the church hath for ever acquired thee, O apostle Pudens, being enlightened with the grant of a multitude of thy miracles wherefore we call unto Christ: Save, O Greatly-merciful, those who in faith honour the memory of Thine apostle.