The Beheading of St John the Baptist (Mark 6:17-29)
King Herod ordered the beheading of John the Baptist at the request of his stepdaughter, who had just performed a dance for him.
Judas betrays Christ (Matthew 27:3-10)
Judas Iscariot needs little introduction. He is infamous, in both art and popular culture, as the villain who betrayed Christ with a kiss. He was one of the Twelve Apostles called by Christ to work closely with him in his mission. Yet this raises a k
The Transfiguration (Matthew 17:1-8)
The story of the Transfiguration describes how those closest to Jesus got a glimpse of him in heavenly glory while he prayed upon a mountain.
St Jude the Apostle (Jude 1:1-2)
St Jude Thaddaeus was one of the Twelve Apostles, a relative of Christ and the author of one of the letters included in the New Testament.
The Flight into Egypt (Matthew 2:13-15)
The biblical story of the Flight into Egypt explains how Mary, Joseph, and the baby Jesus fled to Egypt to escape King Herod's wrath and seek refuge there until it was safe to return.
Christ washes the disciples’ feet (John 13:1-38)
During the Last Supper, Christ gave his disciples a practical lesson on humility by washing their feet, starting with St Peter.
The Breakfast at Lake Galilee (John 21:1-17)
The Risen Jesus appeared to seven of the disciples at dawn, on the beach of Lake Galilee. There he had breakfast with them and appointed St Peter as shepherd of the Church.
Christ stills the Tempest (Mark 4:35-41)
The gospels describe how Jesus calmed a raging storm on the Sea of Galilee with just a few words, demonstrating his power over the elements.
The Presentation at the Temple (Luke 2:22-38)
According to St Luke's gospel, Mary and Joseph presented the newborn Jesus at the temple in Jerusalem. There they met the elderly Simeon and Anna, who recognised the child as the Messiah.
St Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist (Matthew 9:9-13)
St Matthew was one of the Twelve Apostles and is traditionally considered the author of the gospel that bears his name. He was a tax collector before becoming a disciple.