Feast Day of St Bartholomew 24th August honouring the apostle known for his unwavering faith and missionary work.
The Feast of St. Bartholomew, also known as St. Bartholomew's Day, commemorates Bartholomew the Apostle, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. This feast is observed annually on August 24 in the liturgical calendars of the Catholic Church and the Church of England. The feast reflects on Bartholomew's contributions to the early Christian Church and his dedication to spreading the Gospel.
St. Bartholomew is traditionally identified with Nathanael, who is mentioned in the Gospel of John. He is known for his initial scepticism about Jesus, famously asking, "Can anything good come out of Nazareth?" However, upon meeting Jesus, he quickly recognized Him as the Messiah. According to tradition, Bartholomew travelled extensively to spread Christianity, reaching regions such as India and Armenia, where he is believed to have been martyred, possibly by being flayed alive.