Mark died as a martyr. The early Christians considered martyrdom as a sure way to receive the title of saint.
St. Mark was an evangelist but not an apostle.
St. Mark the Apostle is believed to have been born in Cyrene, an ancient Greek city in North Africa, particularly in present-day Libya.
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Saint Mark the Apostle was traditionally believed to have been born around the year 5 AD.
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Mark was involved in going on missionary work with Paul, the 'Apostle to the Gentiles.' Mark also authored the Gospel which bears his name.
The Apostle Paul (formerly known as Saul) witnessed the martyrdom of St. Stephen. He approved of Stephen's execution and went on to become one of the most influential figures in spreading Christianity throughout the Roman Empire.
Yes, St. Andrew was one of the Twelve Apostles chosen by Jesus. He is known for being the brother of St. Peter and for being the first-called disciple.
Saint Barnabas was a teacher before becoming an Apostle. It is said that he was cousin to St. Mark, and he was very close to St. Paul, as well.
July 3 is the feast of St. Thomas the Apostle.
Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle was created in 1913.
St. Peter the Apostle Church was created in 1842.