June 15
The holy prophet Amos, whom the Lord sent to the sons of Israel. He was a herdsman of Tekoa and a dresser of sycamores, and his preaching was to defend the Lord's righteousness and holiness against the transgressions of the children of Israel.
The venerable Jerome, priest of Stridon, who, born in Dalmatia, was an exceptional laborer. He pursued the studies of all literature in Rome and was baptized there. Then, seized by the power of the contemplative life and having embraced an ascetic life, he proceeded to the East and was ordained a priest. When he returned to Rome, he stayed in a retreat of Pope Damasus, and then left for Bethlehem in Judea. There he founded a monastery. The notable teacher escaped the world by translating and explaining the Holy Scriptures. In a marvelous way he was a worker fulfilling very many of the needs of the Church. Finally, when he had lived to an advanced age, he reposed in peace. (420)
At Vespers
At "O Lord, I have cried": three stichera from the Octoechos, and three for the holy prophet.
Tone 2, special melody Jehda ot dreva. O prophet, in the purity of your heart, * the Light of the Spirit has found a mirror reflecting its radiance. * It has made the knowledge of God shine upon the world, * and it foretold * in images the mysteries of God * and the grace which all were to receive.
You were the spokesman for God; * unequivocally you reprimanded the workers of iniquity * promising them an inevitable and deadly judgment, in conformity with the demands of justice and the Word of God, * O blessed prophet. * Thus, as we see your wise sayings fulfilled, * we sing fitting praises to you.
Now standing * before the throne of the Master, * full of ineffable and divine glory, * and beholding the good things of heaven, filled with light, * O divinely eloquent Amos, * be mindful of all who honor you with faith, * asking that salvation of soul and remission of sins * be given to all of them, O prophet acceptable to God.
Glory, now and ever – Theotokion, or Stavrotheotokion
The aposticha are from the Octoechos.
Troparion of Amos, Tone 2. As we celebrate the memory of your prophet Amos, O Lord, * we implore you to save our souls through his prayers.
Glory – Troparion of Jerome, Tone 1. Having given honor to Wisdom, you were honored by him * with heavenly gifts, O venerable Father Jerome. * You lived on earth as an angel and became a brilliant light. * Therefore, we celebrate your holy memory. * We raise our voices in song: glory to him whom you served by your knowledge; * glory to him who performed wonders through you; * glory to him who bestows the grace of salvation on us by your prayers.
At the Divine Liturgy
music - see the June Menaion
Troparion of Amos, Tone 2. As we celebrate the memory of your prophet Amos, O Lord, * we implore you to save our souls through his prayers.
Troparion of Jerome, Tone 1. Having given honor to Wisdom, you were honored by him * with heavenly gifts, O venerable Father Jerome. * You lived on earth as an angel and became a brilliant light. * Therefore, we celebrate your holy memory. * We raise our voices in song: glory to him whom you served by your knowledge; * glory to him who performed wonders through you; * glory to him who bestows the grace of salvation on us by your prayers.
Glory – Kontakion of Amos, Tone 4. Purifying your heart by the Spirit, * you accepted the gift of prophecy. * You stood up and shouted your message: * This is our God, and you shall have none before him.
Now and ever – Kontakion of Jerome, Tone 3. Delighting in purity, O wise-in-God, * you repressed the urges of the flesh. * You glowed with faith and bloomed like an orchard in paradise, * O priest and father Jerome.
Prokeimenon, Tone 4 (Ps. 109:4,1).
You are a priest forever * according to the order of Melchizedek.
V. The Lord said to my Lord: Sit at my right hand * till I make your enemies your footstool.
Epistle: (of the day)
Alleluia, Tone 5 (Ps. 98:6, 96:11). Alleuia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
V. Moses and Aaron were among his priests; Samuel was among those who called upon his name.
V. Light dawns for the just, and gladness for the upright of heart.
Gospel: (of the day)
Communion Hymn (Ps. 111:6,7). The just man will be remembered forever; evil news he will not fear. Alleuia! Alleluia! Alleluia!