What the name means
- “Ones who are sent”
- Apostle means “one who is sent”
Drafted with each edition and waiting for review by a priest or editor.
Sundays with The twelve apostles
Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost
Gospel: Mark 6:7–13
As one of “The twelve”: Sent out in pairs for the first time in Mark.
Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
Gospel: Luke 9:10–17
As one of “The twelve”: Just back from their mission, tired, and asked to feed a crowd.
Second Sunday after Pentecost
Gospel: Matthew 10:5–16
Chosen from among the disciples and now sent out for the first time.
Pentecost
Gospel: John 15:1–14
As one of “The apostles”: Gathered in Jerusalem on the day of Pentecost when the Spirit comes.
Easter (Kyomtho)
Gospel: Matthew 28:1–20
As one of “The eleven”: The apostles without Judas, sent to all nations.