The office or position of apostle was held by the 12 disciples of Jesus plus Matthias, who took Judas’ place, and Paul. Those who held the office or position of apostle were chosen specifically by Christ (Mark 3:16-19).
Ang tanggapan o tungkulin ng apostol ay pinanghahawakan ng labindalawang disipulo ni Kristo (Markos 3:16-19).