Friday 4 July 2014

Two Apostles Two Saints

Yesterday, July 3rd, was the feast day of St. Thomas, one of Jesus' great apostles. We talked about him quite a lot last year.

Click here to check out last year's post.

Here is a video of the most famous scene with Thomas.


Tradition says that Thomas was the apostle to bring the good news to India. Watch this video to learn more.

 
In today's Gospel, we meet the apostle Matthew for the first time.
 
As Jesus was walking along, he saw a man called Matthew sitting at the tax booth; and he said to him, “Follow me.” And he got up and followed him. (Matthew 9:9)
 
Wow Cloë, he did not have to go for a job interview or anything. I wonder if maybe that's why so many people don't know that Jesus is also calling them - Jesus asks in such a simple way that they don't realize He is calling them?!
 
I think you are probably right Tallulah!
 
After Jesus called Matthew to follow him, He went to Matthew's home. Can you help Jesus find Matthew's house.
 
 
 
Parents, at this same link you will find the full reading of this Gospel as well as questions and activities to help you explore it more fully with your children.
 
Have a good weekend everyone and be sure to keep your ears open in case Jesus wants you to do something really simple for Him! Woof!
 
Cloë and Tallulah
 

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