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As St. Peter in his Epistle (in the Bible) warns us, the ignorant and unstable can distort the Scriptures to their own destruction [2 Peter 3:16; see front panel].

The black-and-white thinking in our politics brings to mind a skill that the state of Texas requires me to teach my college ...

On this Sunday's Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, the Church honors two saints who responded to the Lord's call to ...

Jesus’ threefold command to Peter wasn’t just a moment of personal redemption — it was the moment Christ entrusted him with ...

Alabama real estate developer pens biography of Biblical figure: ‘my hero Simon Peter’ Published: ; Jan. 05, 2025, 6:00 a.m.

Peter, full of boldness and good intentions, rejected the idea. Even if everyone else fell away, he insisted he would remain ...

The Gospel of Matthew inspired an enduring Christian symbol: Jesus passing the keys to Peter. Cardinals are now choosing who will hold the keys — and their power — next.

Summertime is a prime opportunity to explore different camps, classes, sessions and more.Minister LaShawn Mitchell with St.

Today's readings for the solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul provide us with a glimpse into the remarkable lives of two early ...

In choosing Jesus we also choose the cross and there is real death, and the pain involved here cannot be softened or ...

This Sunday’s celebration of the great apostles Peter and Paul is a celebration of the Church.