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The following paragraph is taken from the "Catholic Almanac"
Born in Bethsaida, brother of Peter, disciple of John the Baptist, a fisherman, the first Apostle called; according to legend, preached the Gospel in northern Greece, Epirus and Scythia, and was martyred at Patras about 70; in art, is represented with an x-shaped cross, called St. Andrew's Cross; is honored as the patron of Russia and Scotland; Nov.30.
From the Apostles by Otto Hophan, O.F.M. Cap.
http://www.12apostlesofthecatholicchurch.com/
Andrew, Brother of Peter
Patron Saint: Fisherman
Name Means: Strong and Masculine
Additional Patronages: Scotland
Apostle of Jesus Christ. Martyred and Crucified by an X shaped Cross. Saint Andrew was completely devoted to Christ. As he died on the cross, he preached for two days and did not stop until he passed.
Prayer of St Andrew:
O Glorious Saint Andrew, you were the first to recognize and follow the
Lamb of God. With your friend Saint John you remained with Jesus for that first
day, for your entire life, and now throughout eternity.
As you led your brother Saint Peter to Christ and many others after him, draw us
also to him. Teach us to lead others to Christ solely out of love for him and
dedication in his service. Help us to learn the lesson of the Cross and to carry
our daily crosses without complaint so that they may carry us to Jesus.
Why he is venerated by the Holy Roman Catholic Church:
Apostle of Jesus Christ
Martyred by Crucifixion on an X shaped cross
Pilgrim
