3 พฤษภาคม ฉลอง นักบุญฟิลิปและนักบุญยากอบ อัครสาวก (Sts. Philip and James, Apostles) | พยานผู้ซื่อสัตย์แห่งพระวรสาร

Sts. Philip and James were among the twelve Apostles chosen by Jesus. St. Philip, from Bethsaida, is known for his simple yet powerful invitation to Nathanael to “Come and see.” St. James the Less, the son of Alphaeus, served as the first Bishop of Jerusalem and was a central figure in the early Church council. Both apostles dedicated their lives to spreading the Gospel across different lands and eventually sealed their testimony with their blood as martyrs.

Reflection for the Faithful: The joint feast of Sts. Philip and James reminds us that every follower of Christ has a unique role in the mission of the Church. St. Philip teaches us to be proactive in inviting others to encounter Christ, while St. James emphasizes that “faith without works is dead.” Their lives challenge us to be authentic witnesses whose beliefs are reflected in our charitable actions.