Since today is the feast of Saint Parthenios, the patron saint of those with cancer due to the numerous healings performed by him, I thought it appropriate to translate a prayer regarding cancer approved by the Sacred Synod of the Church of Greece. Of course, there are other Saints who are known to heal cancer, such as Saint Nektarios who is especially known as a patron of those suffering with prostrate cancer, and their names can be added at the end, as well as the specific names of those who you may know that have both passed away from cancer or are currently suffering with cancer, but this is the officially approved version for general use.
Prayer Regarding Cancer
(Approved by the Sacred Synod of the Church of Greece)
[Ref. Num. 1465/25-6-1984)
(Approved by the Sacred Synod of the Church of Greece)
[Ref. Num. 1465/25-6-1984)
Lord Jesus Christ, our God, who rebukes the spirits of infirmity and lavishly bestows health upon those who call upon You with longing of heart and faith toward You, hear us sinners. For among the other afflictions that beset us, the dreadful scourge of cancer is also a fierce threat, snatching away from our midst—after painful illness and in a short time—our fathers, brethren, and children, and causing deep sorrow and anguish to all, through their death, which they are unable to escape.
By Your illuminating and sanctifying Spirit, O Lord, guide those who labor in medical science toward the eradication of this evil, revealing the remedy and the method of healing. Grant strength to those who suffer, patience and relief amid their pains, and bestow healing upon all, in soul and body.
Through the intercessions of our most-blessed Lady, the Theotokos and Ever-Virgin Mary, the Life-Receiving Spring, whose waters in the Queen City were poured over those who were sick with cancer and their suffering ceased; of our Holy Father Parthenios, Bishop of Lampsakos, of the holy, glorious, and wonderworking Unmercenaries, of the holy, glorious Great Martyr and Healer Panteleimon, and of all Your Saints. Amen.
Source: Translated by John Sanidopoulos.
