St. Matthias – The Apostle Chosen to Replace Judas

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ST. MATTHIAS THE APOSTLE

St. Matthias was chosen to replace Judas Iscariot as one of the Twelve Apostles after Christ's resurrection. His selection through prayer and casting lots (Acts 1:23–26) reflects God’s divine will. He preached in Judea and Ethiopia before being martyred. St. Matthias is the patron saint of tailors, carpenters, and those recovering from alcoholism.

St. Matthias was among the earliest followers of Jesus and had been with Him from the time of His baptism by John. After Judas Iscariot’s betrayal and death, the remaining eleven Apostles sought a replacement to restore their number to twelve. Guided by the Holy Spirit, they prayed and cast lots, and Matthias was chosen. His appointment is described in Acts 1:23–26, marking him as a witness to Christ’s resurrection.

Tradition holds that Matthias preached in Judea before traveling to distant lands to spread the Gospel. Some sources say he evangelized in Ethiopia, while others place his ministry in Cappadocia and along the Caspian Sea. His martyrdom is recorded differently in various traditions. Some claim he was stoned and beheaded in Jerusalem, while others suggest he was crucified. Regardless of the exact details, he remained steadfast in his mission until his death.

St. Matthias’ relics are believed to have been transferred to Rome, while another tradition claims they rest in a monastery in Trier, Germany. He is venerated as a patron of tailors, carpenters, and those recovering from alcoholism. He is also invoked for protection against smallpox.

His feast day is celebrated on May 14 in the Roman Catholic Church, while the Eastern Orthodox Church commemorates him on August 9.

Feast Day

14-5-

Birth Date

--1st Century

Died Date

--1st Century

Canonised Date

--

Possibly Jerusalem or Georgia

"Saint Matthias, chosen by God to be a faithful witness of Christ, pray for us. Help us to follow the path of righteousness, to live with courage and devotion, and to spread the Gospel with our lives. Guide us in our decisions and strengthen our faith, that we may serve God and others with all our hearts. Amen."
ST. MATTHIAS THE APOSTLE

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