Saint Andrew was a fisherman from Galilee, the brother of Saint Peter, and the first apostle chosen by Jesus, earning the title "the First-Called". He preached the Gospel in Greece and Asia Minor and was martyred on an X-shaped cross.  Life and Ministry Early life: Born in Bethsaida and worked as a fisherman. First disciple: Followed John the Baptist before meeting Jesus. Missionary work: Preached in Greece, Thrace, and Scythia after the resurrection.  Anglican Compass +4 Death and Symbolism Martyrdom: Crucified on an X-shaped diagonal cross (Saltire) in Patras, Greece, around 60 AD. Patronage: Patron saint of Scotland, Ukraine, Russia, and fishermen. Feast Day: Celebrated annually on November 30th.