Bartholomew is one of the lesser-known apostles, but his story is an impressive yet disturbing one if you believe the scholars of ancient times. Considered to be the same man as the “Nathanael” ...

Nathanael [Bartholomew] said to him, “How do you know me?” Jesus answered and said to him, “Before Philip called you, I saw you under the fig tree.” Nathanael answered him, “Rabbi, you are the Son of ...

The Apostle Bartholomew was one of the 12 closest disciples of Christ, whose life became an example of perseverance, faith and self-sacrifice. His name is revered in many Christian traditions, and ...

The Apostle Bartholomew is one of the 12 closest disciples of Jesus Christ, whose life has become an example for believers. His name is known not only for his missionary work and martyrdom, but also ...

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Peter Paul Rubens, St. Bartholomew, oil on panel, c. 1611. Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons. A Reflection for the Feast of St. Bartholomew, Apostle Find today’s readings here. If you were to consult a ...

The call of Nathaniel, also known as Bartholomew, tells us a lot about how disciples become apostles. A disciple is someone who is learning about Jesus. An apostle is someone who knows Jesus enough to ...

Pope Benedict XVI met with 30,000 pilgrims in St. Peter’s Square during his Oct. 4 general audience. Continuing his series of portraits of the Twelve Apostles, he spoke about the Apostle Bartholomew.