Remembered on November 16
Matthew the Apostle and Evangelist
- ApostleA saint sent to proclaim Christ, especially one of the Twelve or the Seventy, or St. Paul.
All apostles - EvangelistOne of the four saints whose names the Gospels bear: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.
All evangelists
Matthew was a tax collector whom Jesus called to follow Him in Galilee. He became one of the Twelve Apostles, and the Church receives the Gospel bearing his name as his witness to Christ. His calling offers hope to anyone who thinks a past life has placed them beyond God’s invitation to begin again.
How he died
Traditions about his death differ: some describe martyrdom by fire, while others say he reposed in peace. The manner of his death is uncertain.
- Feast day
- November 16
Parishes on the Old Calendar keep it on November 29. - Kind of saint
- Apostle, Evangelist
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