St. Simon, Surnamed the Zealot, Apostle (28 October): Butler's Lives of the Saints

About this sermon

Discover the inspiring story of St. Simon the Zealot, Apostle of Christ, as told by Fr. Alban Butler in The Lives of the Saints (October 28 entry). Learn about his origins, the meaning of his name, his zeal for the faith, his missionary work, and his martyrdom. This reading draws from Butler’s classic 18th-century work, bringing to life the faith and courage of one of Christ’s lesser-known Apostles. Perfect for those interested in Catholic Saints, Church history, biblical apostles, and Christian spirituality. 🕊️ Feast Day: October 28 (St. Simon & St. Jude) 0:00 – Introduction: The Lives of the Saints by Fr. Alban Butler 0:11 – St. Simon the Zealot – Name and Origins 0:40 – Meaning of “Canaanite” and “Zealot” 1:08 – Simon’s Zeal and Apostolic Mission 1:46 – The Zealot Party in Jewish History 2:29 – St. Simon’s Zeal after His Conversion 2:48 – His Apostolic Work and the Gifts of the Holy Spirit 3:04 – Missionary Journeys in Africa and Britain (Traditions) 3:32 – Martyrdom Accounts in Persia 4:05 – Veneration of Relics and Final Honors 4:11 – Closing: Saints Simon and Jude, Apostles https://sensusfidelium.com/the-lives-of-the-fathers-martyrs-and-other-principal-saints/october/st-simon-surnamed-the-zealot-apostle/ Get Butler's Lives of the Saints here: https://loretopublications.idevaffiliate.com/idevaffiliate.php?id=102&url=1 #StSimonTheZealot #LivesOfTheSaints #FrAlbanButler #CatholicSaints #October28Saints #StSimonApostle #CatholicFaith #SaintStories #CatholicChurch #ApostlesOfChrist #SaintOfTheDay #ChristianMartyr #CatholicHistory #DailySaint #StSimonAndJude #BibleApostles #CatholicYouTube #ChristianFaith #CatholicTradition #SaintSimon 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴 ✝️ SUPPORT THE MISSION 🙏 Donate https://sensusfidelium.com/donate-support/ 📬 Free Catholic Newsletter https://sensusfidelium.com/newsletter/ 📰 Read on Substack https://sensusfidelium.substack.com/ ──────────────────── 📺 WATCH & READ 📺 Sensus Fidelium App https://sensusfidelium.tv/ 📚 Sensus Fidelium Press https://sensusfideliumpress.com/ 👕 Official Merchandise https://sensusfidelium.com/merchandise/ ──────────────────── 🤝 PARTNER WITH US 📣 Advertise on Sensus Fidelium https://sensusfidelium.com/advertise-with-sensus-fidelium/ 🎤 Invite Steve Cunningham to Speak https://sensusfidelium.com/speaking/ ⛪ Parish Formation & Consultation https://sensusfidelium.com/for-parishes/ ──────────────────── 🌎 CATHOLIC COMMUNITY ✝️ Trusted Catholic Businesses https://sensusfidelium.com/catholic-businesses/ 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴