National Newsbits for July 3, 2014

FEAST OF SAINT THOMAS THE APOSTLE Catholics mark today the Feast of Saint Thomas the Apostle (Santo Tomas Apostol), one of the twelve disciples of Jesus. Venerated as the patron of architects, St. Thomas was a great preacher and missionary worker who traveled as far as India and Iran, where he successfully converted thousands to the faith. He was best remembered for his loyalty, concern for the