Saint Peter[note 1] (born Shimon bar Yonah; 1 BC – AD 64/68), [1] also known as Peter the Apostle, Simon Peter, Simeon, Simon, or Cephas, was one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus …

Oct 31, 2025 · Saint Peter the Apostle, one of the 12 disciples of Jesus Christ and, according to Roman Catholic tradition, the first pope. Peter, a Jewish fisherman, was called to be a disciple …

Jun 23, 2025 · Simon Peter, also known as Cephas (John 1:42), was one of the first followers of Jesus Christ. He was an outspoken and ardent disciple, one of Jesus’ closest friends, an …

Oct 19, 2020 · Who is Peter in the Bible? Saint Peter was one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ and the first leader of the early Church. The gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke list …

Jan 29, 2025 · Peter, also known as Simon, Simon Peter, Simeon, or Cephas, was a fisherman by trade and one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus. He's known for walking on water briefly before …

2 days ago · Chris Pratt is making a movie about the Vatican Necropolis, where St. Peter is buried. It will be good watching for anyone who doubts the papacy.

Peter, originally named Simon, is one of the most prominent figures in the New Testament and a leading apostle of Jesus Christ. Known for his fervent faith and occasional impulsiveness, …

Sep 21, 2023 · This article explores the multifaceted life of Saint Peter, a prominent figure in the early Church. It delves into his role as a disciple, the origins of his name, his life before and …

Saint Peter the Apostle stands as a foundational figure in Christianity. Originally called Simon, he was a Galilean fisherman chosen by Jesus to be both disciple and “rock” upon which the …

St. Peter is mentioned so often in the New Testament—in the Gospels, in the Acts of the Apostles, and in the Epistles of St. Paul—that we feel we know him better than any other …