Epaphras

thumb|Saint Epaphras Epaphras of Colossi was an observer of the Apostle Paul mentioned twice in the New Testament epistle of Colossians and once in the New Testament letter to Philemon. He is believed to be the first Bishop of Colossi. Quotes about ...because of the hope which is laid up for you in heaven, of which you heard before in the word of the truth of the gospel, which has come to you, as it has also in all the world, and is bringing forth fruit, as it is also among you since the day you heard and knew the grace of God in truth; as you also learned from Epaphras, our dear fellow servant, who is a faithful minister of Christ on your behalf, 8 who also declared to us your love in the Spirit. Paul of Tarsus, Epistle to the Colossians 1:5-8 NKJV. Epaphras, who is one of you, a bondservant of Christ, greets you, always laboring fervently for you in prayers, that you may stand perfect and complete in all the will of God. For I bear him witness that he has a great zeal for you, and those who are in Laodicea, and those in Hierapolis. Colossians 4:12-13 NKJV. External links Category:1st century deaths Category:People from the Bible Category:Bishops Category:Martyrs Category:Catholic saints