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Celebrations on March 28th: Honoring Saints and the Akathist Hymn

Published March 28, 2026, 09:07
Celebrations on March 28th: Honoring Saints and the Akathist Hymn

Today, March 28th, commemorates the memory of Saint Ilarion the New, Saint Herodion the Apostle, and Saint Eustratius the Faster and Martyr. The day is dedicated to the Akathist Hymn to the Most Holy Theotokos, a significant day of Great Lent. Saint Ilarion was distinguished for his faith and devotion during the period of Iconoclasm, while Saint Herodion was a companion of the Apostles. Saint Eustratius suffered martyrdom for his faith. The Church honors the Virgin Mary as a protector and hope. Those bearing the names Ilarion, Herodion, and Eustratius celebrate their name day today.