Volume 3 · Chapter 165 · Pp. 35-42

Nomination of the Twelve as apostles.

Chapter 165 details Jesus' solemn nomination of the Twelve as His apostles, emphasizing their transformation from ordinary individuals into His ministers. He instructs them to reflect deeply on their mission and capabilities, urging them to act independently and mature spiritually before their eventual separation. The chapter highlights the necessity of personal commitment, self-reliance, and readiness to embrace their new identities beyond their former selves. It also touches on practical preparations for their communal life and sustenance during their mission.

Themes: Apostleship, Spiritual Transformation, Mission and Vocation, Self-Reflection, Independence in Faith, Communal Life