And Barnabas and Saul returned from Jerusalem when they had fulfilled their mission, bringing with them John whose other name was Mark.
When he realized this, he went to the house of Mary, the mother of John whose other name was Mark, where many were gathered together and were praying.
But Paul and Barnabas remained in Antioch, teaching and preaching the word of the Lord, with many others also.
And Barnabas wanted to take with them John called Mark.
Thus Joseph who was surnamed by the apostles Barnabas (which means, Son of encouragement), a Levite, a native of Cyprus,
Aristarchus my fellow prisoner greets you, and Mark the cousin of Barnabas (concerning whom you have received instructions—if he comes to you, receive him),
Luke alone is with me. Get Mark and bring him with you; for he is very useful in serving me.
and so do Mark, Aristarchus, Demas, and Luke, my fellow workers.
She who is at Babylon, who is likewise chosen, sends you greetings; and so does my son Mark.