Eve of the Nativity of our Lord
Troparion — Tone 4
Mary was of David’s seed, / so she went with Joseph to register in Bethlehem. / She bore in her womb the Fruit not sown by man. / The time for the birth was at hand. / Since there was no room at the inn, / the cave became a beautiful palace for the Queen. / Christ is born, raising up the image that fell of old.
Kontakion — Tone 3
Today the Virgin comes to the cave / to give birth to the Eternal Word. / Hear the glad tidings and rejoice, O universe! / Glorify with the angels and the shepherds / the Eternal God, who is willing to appear as a little child!
Nun-Martyr Eugenia of Rome
Troparion — Tone 3
(Podoben: “Your confession of the Divine Faith...”)
Inspired by the Divine Spirit, you sang the praises of God, / receiving the light of divine knowledge, O Eugenia, Christ's beautiful virgin. / You shone forth in the choirs of monastics, / and in your contest you triumphed over the Enemy. / O glorious Martyr, entreat Christ God to grant us great mercy.
Kontakion — Tone 4
(Podoben: “O citizen of the desert...”)
Fleeing from the passing glory of this world, you longed for Christ, / preserving the nobility of your soul unharmed, / O godly-wise Martyr, all-praised Eugenia.
Venerable Nicholas the Monk of Bulgaria
Troparion — Tone 8
By a flood of tears you made the desert fertile, / and your longing for God brought forth fruits in abundance. / By the radiance of miracles you illumined the whole universe! / O our holy father Nicholas, pray to Christ our God to save our souls!