Today we learn about St. John the Apostle, the disciple whom Jesus loved and the only Apostle who did not die a martyr’s death, yet gave his entire life in faithful witness to Christ. Celebrated during the Christmas Octave, St. John reminds us that love, endurance, and closeness to Jesus are at the heart of true discipleship.

In this episode, Saul shares 7 cool facts about St. John the Apostle. You will learn how he was called by Christ as a fisherman, how he leaned on Jesus at the Last Supper, and how he stood faithfully at the foot of the Cross when others fled. You will also hear about his exile, his role as an evangelist, his deep theological writings, and his lifelong message of love to the early Church.

💬 Thought to Remember

“God is love.”

St. John teaches us that to remain in Christ is to remain in love, through every season of life.

📖 Reflection Verse

“God is love, and whoever abides in love abides in God, and God abides in him.”

1 John 4:16

🙏 Prayer to St. John the Apostle

St. John the Apostle,

beloved disciple of Christ,

pray for us.

Teach us to remain close to Jesus,

to love without fear,

and to stay faithful throughout our lives.

Help us stand firm in truth

and live as witnesses of Christ’s love.

St. John the Apostle, pray for us.

Amen.

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