In addition to the 12 apostles the word “apostle” can also have a more general meaning of one sent on a mission. Thanks to LaNita for sending in the last verse! There were twelve disciples Jesus called to help him: Simon Peter, Andrew, James, his brother John, Philip, Thomas, Matthew, James the son of Alphaeus, Thaddeus, Simon, Judas, and Bartholomew. After an intensive discipleship course and following his resurrection from the dead, the Lord fully commissioned the apostles (Matthew 28:16-2, Mark 16:15) to advance God's kingdom and carry the gospel message to the world.. We find the names of the 12 disciples in Matthew 10:2-4, Mark … Jesus Christ selected the 12 apostles from among his early followers to become his closest companions. These were sometimes referred to as “the 12 Apostles”, “the Apostles”, or even “the Twelve”. He has called us, too. There were 12 disciples Jesus called to help Him. He has called us, too. James, the one they called the less, Simon also Thadaeus, Twelve apostles Judas made, Jesus was by him betrayed. 3. The Quorum of the Twelve Apostles is the second-highest governing body in the Church (the First Presidency being the highest). Thanks Connie! Simon Peter, Andrew, James, his brother John, Phillip, Thomas, Matthew, James the son of Alpheus, Thaddeus, Simon, Judas, and Bartholomew. The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com There were Twelve Disciples Jesus called to help him. Then Judas with the Jews Our Saviour did betray And unto him for thirty pence Jesus was sold away. Just before the crucifixion there were 12 apostles incuding Judas Iscariot. Simon Peter, Andrew, James, his brother John, Philip, Thomas, Mathew, James the son of Alp Yes, Jesus called them, Yes, Jesus called them, Yes, Jesus called them, He called them one by one. We are His disciples, I am one and you! They would be with Jesus at the most important times in his life, such as before his death and after his resurrection. Like Jesus, most of the Twelve were from Galilee. Jesus spent three years training these disciples to be leaders. Sent in by a viewer: I can't remember where but I came across this song. Apostles are special witnesses of Jesus Christ, called to teach and testify of Him throughout the world. Two bear a lily white bud and they were clad in green, oh (back to one) Three, three thrivers, (back to two) Four for the Gospel writers, (back to three) Five come on my boys and Four for the Gospel writers, (back to … The Twelve Apostles Read More » It teaches us the names of the twelve disciples and I know children who can name them before their parents can. Jesus called the Twelve his friends, and he trusted them. The Pharisees thought that the apostles were uneducated and ordinary. Lyrics There’s a one and all alone and that shall never be-uh. 2. With His twelve apostles pure. Ultimately, in Heaven the Twelve Apostles will judge the Twelve Tribes of Israel (cf. We are his disciples. Jesus calls us, too. He delivered up the twelve A sacrament to take He shewed Simon an Hebrew house A Testament to make. 4. SONG LYRICS Jesus called them one by one, Peter, Andrew, James and John, Next came Phillip, Thomas too, Matthew and Bartholomew. Lk 22:30). The 12 apostles were Jews, uneducated commoners, and simple men of faith who gave up everything to be followers of Christ. Hymn Lyrics. But Jesus gave them training for their work. Twelve Disciples. CCC 551) The number of Apostles reflects the continuity of the Old and New Law and the fulfillment of the Old Covenant in the New Covenant established by Christ. (Cf. Jesus calls us, too. Wee Sing - There Were Twelve Disciples Lyrics. Jesus calls us, too. Jesus calls us, too.