James the greater was the brother of John the beloved. James was the elder of the two brothers. James is named “the Greater” to distinguish him from the Apostle James “the Lesser” or “the Minor,” who was probably shorter in stature. Jesus … Read more
Simon, the fisherman from Bethsaida and brother of Andrew, was probably the oldest. Andrew, a follower of John the Baptist, heard John testify about Jesus after he had baptized him, “…this is God’s Chosen One.” John 1:34 Andrew then followed Jesus … Read more
Andrew and his brother Simon were sons of Jonah, born in the village of Bethsaida on the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee. The two brothers were fishermen by trade. Andrew had been a follower of John the Baptist, the … Read more
Jesus most likely met Mary Magdalene at Magdala on the Sea of Galilee for that is where she lived. Mary Magdalene is also known as “Mary of Magdala.” The gospel presents Mary Magdalene as an active character at Jesus’ crucifixion, burial, and … Read more
Pope Francis in the city of brotherly love Deep in the trenches is where you would find Jesus 2000 years ago, ….among the poor and oppressed, the sinners and those who suffer. And that is exactly where we find Pope Francis, the 265th successor of … Read more
