St John the Evangelist

John, the son of Zebedee, was an apostle and the author of the Gospel of John and Revelation. He was a fisherman and was a disciple of John the Baptist until he was called to become one of Jesus' disciples. John was one of Jesus' inner circle (together with James and Peter), and was "the disciple whom Jesus loved".

Both Peter and John were sent to prepare for the final Passover meal and it is John who is pictured sitting next to Jesus during this 'Last Supper'.

On the first 'Good Friday' John was by Jesus' side. Jesus said to Mary his mother, “He is your son.” Then he said to the John, “She is your mother.”. John then kept a place in his home for Mary.

John was the first disciple who went to tomb to see Jesus and was the first to believe that he has truly risen.

John was a prominent part in founding and guiding the Catholic Church.
His feast day is 27th December and he is the Patron Saint of Love, Loyalty, Friendship and authors.