An informational overview of Mark and his role in early missions.

Biblical Context

Mark appears in Acts and letters.

A Bridge Between Peter and Paul

Mark participated in early missions with Paul and Barnabas and later became closely associated with Peter. Early tradition links him to the Gospel of Mark, reflecting Peter’s eyewitness testimony.

Archaeological Evidence

A first?century house?church beneath St. Mark’s in Alexandria preserves traditions of Mark’s ministry. Roman?era papyri show the spread of Mark’s Gospel in Egypt.

Bible Verses About Mark (John Mark): Companion of Apostles

Acts 12:12 – House of Mary.

Acts 13:13 – Departure from mission.

2 Timothy 4:11 – Useful to Paul.

1 Peter 5:13 – My son Mark.

Colossians 4:10 – Cousin of Barnabas.

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