Let’s examine some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul.
1st Reading – Acts of the Apostles 12:1-11
- During a time of great unrest James is killed and Peter is taken to prison.
- The night before his trial, and angel comes to Peter and frees him.
Psalm – 34:2-9
- “The angel of the Lord will rescue those who fear him.”
- We praise God who delivers us in our need.
2nd Reading – 2nd Timothy 4:6-8,17-18
- Paul writes how he has finished the race and kept the faith.
- He speaks about how God gave him strength and has rescued him from every evil threat.
Gospel – Matthew 16:13-19
- Peter answers the Lord’s question, and Jesus gives him a new name that reveals he is the rock upon which Christ will build his church.
- This church will have the power to bind and loose, and the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail against it.
Mass Readings – Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul (#591)
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