Feast of Saints Peter and Paul

Saints Peter and Paul made a significant contribution to the spread of the Christian faith after the death of Jesus Christ. St Peter is the 'Rock' upon which God built his church, promoting the ministry until he suffered persecution and eventually death. Meanwhile St Paul tirelessly preached the Good News to the Gentiles until he was imprisoned and martyred in Rome.

Stained glass image depicts Paul with the sword and Peter with the keys.

Readings of the day

Acts 12:1-11  Describes how Peter was rescued from prison by an angel.

'Suddenly and angel of the Lord was standing there, and light shone in the cell. The angel tapped Peter on the side and woke him...'

2 Tim 4:6-8, 17-18   Outlines Paul's reflection on his devoted life as a follower of Christ.

'I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race...'

Matthew's gospel 16:13-19 Tells us of the moment when Peter professed his total faith in Jesus.

'You are the Messiah, the son of the living God...'

Photo on the main slider is a statue of St Peter at Capernaum in the Holy Land.