Saint Thomas the Apostle

Patron Saint of architects, India, people struggling with doubt, theologians.

Feast Day: July 3rd

Martyr and Apostle

Likely Galilee, Israel

Feast Day: July 3rd

Martyr and Apostle

Likely Galilee, Israel

About

Saint Thomas the Apostle, also known as Doubting Thomas, was one of the 12 disciples of Jesus. He is most remembered for questioning the news of Jesus’ Resurrection until he could see and touch the wounds for himself. When Jesus appeared to him, Thomas declared, “My Lord and my God!” — a powerful profession of faith that still echoes through Church history. Though he doubted at first, Thomas went on to show great courage and missionary zeal. He traveled far from Jerusalem to preach the Gospel, eventually reaching India. There, he baptized converts, established Christian communities, and boldly shared the message of Christ.

Legacy

The legacy of Saint Thomas the Apostle is one of honest searching, deep faith, and bold evangelization. His moment of doubt led to one of the clearest confessions of Jesus’ divinity in Scripture. Because of this, he is the patron saint of those who struggle with doubt. In India, where he preached and was eventually martyred, he is honored as the founder of Christianity in that region. The ancient Christian community known as the “St. Thomas Christians” continues to bear witness to his missionary work. His story reminds us that even our questions and hesitations can lead to a deeper relationship with Jesus.

“My Lord and my God!” — St. Thomas the Apostle (John 20:28)