Welcome to St. John Church, Palam
Join us in fulfilling our mission to spread the word of God.
Welcome to St. John Church, Palam
Join us in fulfilling our mission to spread the word of God.
Our Patron Saint
St. John the Evangelist
St. John the Evangelist, also known as John the Apostle or John the Beloved, was one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ and a prominent figure in early Christianity. He is traditionally attributed as the author of several important works in the New Testament, including the Gospel of John, the three Epistles of John (1 John, 2 John, and 3 John), and the Book of Revelation.
Here are some key points about St. John the Evangelist:
- Disciple of Jesus: According to the New Testament, John, along with his brother James, was called by Jesus to be one of His disciples while they were fishermen on the Sea of Galilee. John is often referred to as the "beloved disciple" or the "disciple whom Jesus loved" in the Gospel of John.
- Witness to Crucifixion: John was present at many significant events in Jesus' life, including the Last Supper and the crucifixion. Jesus entrusted the care of His mother, Mary, to John from the cross, according to the Gospel of John.
- Gospel of John: The Gospel of John, one of the four canonical Gospels in the New Testament, is traditionally attributed to John. This Gospel emphasizes theological and spiritual themes and provides a unique perspective on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.
- Author of Epistles: John is traditionally credited with writing three short letters in the New Testament, known as the Epistles of John. These letters contain teachings and exhortations to early Christian communities.
- Book of Revelation: The Book of Revelation, the final book of the New Testament, is also attributed to John. It contains apocalyptic visions and prophecies about the end times, including the return of Christ.
- Later Life: According to tradition, John lived a long life and played a significant role in the early Christian community. He is believed to have resided in Ephesus, where he may have written some of his works and provided guidance to other Christians.
- Death: The exact details of John's death are not known with certainty, but tradition holds that he died of natural causes in old age, possibly in the first century AD.
St. John the Evangelist is venerated as a saint in various Christian denominations, including the Roman Catholic Church, the Eastern Orthodox Church, and many Protestant traditions. His writings continue to be influential in Christian theology and are studied for their spiritual and theological insights.
Our Patrons
Pope Francis
Most. Rev. Anil Joseph Thomas Couto
Most. Rev. Anil Joseph Thomas Couto
Holy Father
Most. Rev. Anil Joseph Thomas Couto
Most. Rev. Anil Joseph Thomas Couto
Most. Rev. Anil Joseph Thomas Couto
Archbishop of Delhi Archdioce
Most. Rev. Deepak Valerian Tauro
Most. Rev. Anil Joseph Thomas Couto
Most. Rev. Deepak Valerian Tauro
Auxiliary Bishop of Delhi Archdiocese