Two problems about Matthias. First, God did not choose him. If they decided the question, "Should we elect someone to take Judas' place?" by lot, the problems with Matthias may never have come up. Secondly, St. Paul calls himself an Apostle around 15 times. So, were there 13 Apostles? Revelation 21:14 says there were 12 Apostles. Our Lord said at one time, "You have not chosen me, I have chosen you." You would have to make St. Paul a liar, if he really was not an Apostle. Peace and Joy! George A. Marquart