AKA Name | Feast of St. Bartholomew |
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Hashtags | #StBsMusic, #St_Bartholomew |
2025 Date | August 24, 2025 |
2026 Date | August 24, 2026 |
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St Bartholomew HistoryThe Observance of Saint Bartholomew is a Christian tradition that honors the life and martyrdom of Saint Bartholomew, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. Recognized in both the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox churches, this feast day commemorates his courageous commitment to spreading the Christian faith, eventually leading to his martyrdom by Flaying and beheading. Through the celebration of mass, prayer, and reflection, believers honor his dedication to Jesus and the Christian faith and continue to uphold the values that Saint Bartholomew embodied. Saint Bartholomew, also known as Nathaniel, has an uncertain history, with some sources even suggesting that Bartholomew and Nathaniel are two distinct individuals. Despite these uncertainties, Saint Bartholomew is thought to have been born in Cana, and he later became one of the first followers of Jesus. His missionary travels are believed to have taken him to various regions, including India, Ethiopia, Mesopotamia, and Armenia, where he is said to have met his tragic end. In America, the Observance of Saint Bartholomew is primarily recognized through local church celebrations and masses, which may include special readings, prayers, and hymns dedicated to the saint. Individual believers may choose to celebrate Saint Bartholomew by privately reflecting on his life and teachings, seeking his intercession or adopting him as a personal patron saint. The observance of Saint Bartholomew takes place annually on August 24th. Saint Bartholomew facts
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