Rome celebrated its Patron Saints Peter and Paul on June 29th. The holiday is an important liturgical feast. It honors the two Apostles who suffered martyrdom suffered in Rome . This celebration is one of the oldest examples of the transformation of a pagan festival into a Christian one.
The origins of the Feast of Saint Peter and Paul in Rome
Receive the most important news from EWTN Vatican via WhatsApp. It has become increasingly difficult to see Catholic news on social media. Subscribe to our free channel today
Share
Would you like to receive the latest updates on the Pope and the Vatican
Receive articles and updates from our EWTN Newsletter.
More news related to this article
These are Pope Leo XIV’s prayer intentions for 2026
The pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network has released Pope Leo XIV’s list of prayer intentions for the year 2026. Every month,
Leo XIV: Jesus can heal the past and transform your history
The pope reminded listeners that Jesus is capable of healing and unblocking the past, which at times paralyzes us
June consistory of cardinals will address synod, war, artificial intelligence
The gathering will function as “a space for mutual listening, discernment, and shared exploration of certain issue,” Cardinal
Pope Leo XIV to supporters of migrants in U.S.: ‘You stand with me, and I stand with you’
Pope Leo XIV became “visibly emotional” upon receiving messages on Oct. 8 from immigrants fearing deportation in the
Holy Mass for Pope Benedict XVI in Rome
On the morning of December 31st, Cardinal Kurt Koch celebrated a pontifical Mass at Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI’s tomb, marking the second anniversary of the pope’s passing.
Experts Discuss the Relevance of Humanae Vitae: Insights from the Vatican Conference
Exploring the Enduring Relevance of Humanae Vitae