Catholic Saint
St. John the Apostle
“St. John is revered as the beloved disciple and the author of the Gospel of John and the Book of Revelation.”
Feast Day: December 27
Biography
St. John the Apostle, one of Jesus' closest companions, played a pivotal role in the early Christian community. He is traditionally believed to have authored several biblical texts that emphasize love and the divine nature of Jesus. After surviving persecution and exile, he is thought to have died peacefully in Ephesus around 100 AD.
Prayer to St. John the Apostle
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.