
Saint Matthias of Jerusalem
Saint
Pre-Congregation
Feast Day
January 30
Canonized
Pre-Congregation
Biography
Saint Matthias of Jerusalem, also known as Saint Matthias the Apostle, was the Bishop of Jerusalem during a tumultuous period marked by oppressive Roman rule, Jewish opposition, and widespread political upheaval in Palestine. As one of the twelve apostles chosen by Jesus Christ, Matthias played a crucial role in the early Christian community and the establishment of the Church....