February 23, 2022
O Saint Polycarp, the protector of our hearts,
come speedily near us,
free the precious member of your body
from the hands of the unrighteous,
lawless, wicked and impious,
and dwell newly among us,
who love you with our whole heart.
You, after God, are our Father
and we are your children.
We behold your dwelling-place empty,
but adorned with our love
and washed with our tears.
Come, our consolation,
our trainer and our benefactor.