St. Matthew was a former tax collector was called by Jesus to be one of the Twelve Apostles. Matthew was the first to write is Gospel in around the year 50, first in Amarmaic and later in Greek.

As one of the four Evangelists, St. Matthew is represented by an angel or winged man because his Gospel begins with the story of the angel who appeared to Joseph about the coming of Jesus. As an Apostle, he is represented by a purse and a lance.

But as he considered these things, behold, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream, saying, “Joseph, son of David, do not fear to take Mary as your wife, for that which is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins.” Matthew 1:20-25

This is another version of St. Matthew. This one is carved into the pulpit.

St. Luke the Evangelist is known as the author of the Third Gospel and Acts of the Apostles. St. Luke became a close friend and companion of St. Paul, who called Luke "the most beloved physician" (Colossians 4:14). St. Luke is not counted as one of the Twelve Apostles, but is included among the larger group of 70 disciples appointed by Christ.

“But I say to you who hear, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, spray for those who abuse you. To one who strikes you on the cheek, offer the other also, and from one who takes away your cloak do not withhold your tunic either. Give to everyone who begs from you, and from one who takes away your goods do not demand them back. And as you wish that others would do to you, do so to them. Luke 6:27-31

This is another version of St. Luke. This one is carved into the pulpit.

John the Evangilist is considered to be one of Jesus's dearest friends and companions. According to tradition, John is the apostle spoken of as "the one whom Jesus loved" (John 20:2). According to tradition, John is the author of the Fourth Gospel, the Book of Revelation, and three epistles. From these writings, we learn that John lived a long life and witnessed and participated in the earliest days of the Christian church. John lived a long life and died peacefully in the year 100.

“If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” John 8:31-32

This is another version of St. John. This one is carved into the pulpit.

Mark the Evangelist was one of the 72 disciples appointed by Jesus to disseminate the gospel, as described in the Book of Luke. Tradition holds that St. Mark was the founder of the chuch in Alexandria, and the Egyptian church claims Mark has its founder and from the 4th century, the see of Alexandria has been called cathedra Marci ("the chair of Mark").

St. Mark is often depicted writing or holding his gospel.

For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Mark 10:45

This is another version of St. Mark. This one is carved into the pulpit.