Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul

Among the most well-known early Church leaders are Sts. Peter and Paul. These two remarkable men had very different beginnings, yet would go on to become Jesus’ foremost apostles and would eventually be martyred for their faith. Peter, a…

It’s well known that at times St. Peter, the first pope, and St. Paul, “the great apostle,” had disagreements (see Acts 15:1–35, Galatians 2:11–16). Yet they shared the same Lord, the same faith, and the same preaching inspired by the Holy…

You are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church, and the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail against it. — Matthew 16:18

The Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul is June 29. Here are five prayers to these two apostles. Sts. Peter and Paul, pray for us! 1. O holy Apostles, Peter and Paul, intercede for us. Protect, O Lord, your people who trust in the patronage of…

Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul, Apostles Readings: Acts 12:1-11 Psalms 34:2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 17-18 Matthew 16:13-19 Vigil Readings: Acts 3:1-10 Psalms 19:2-3, 4-5 Galatians 1:11-20 John 21:15-19

Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul, Apostles Faith does not quench desire, but inflames it. — St. Thomas Aquinas

Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul, Apostles The Lord will rescue me from every evil threat and will bring me safe to his heavenly kingdom. To him be glory forever and ever. Amen. — 2 Timothy 4:18

Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul, Apostles Lord Jesus, you are the Christ, the living son of God. Unto Simon Peter you gave the authority of the earthly Church, that the world might be gathered into one house and united in anticipation of…

The Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul is June 29. Here are five prayers to these two apostles. Sts. Peter and Paul, pray for us! 1. O holy Apostles, Peter and Paul, intercede for us. Protect, O Lord, your people who trust in the patronage…