Hirten St Peter the Apostle Pewter Medal w/Biography and Prayer Pamphlet

Saint Peter the Apostle

Saint Peter, one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ, is also known as Peter the Apostle, Simon Peter, Simeon, Simon, or Cephas. He is considered the first bishop of Rome and Antioch, as well as the leader of the early Christian Church. Peter appears prominently in all four New Testament gospels and the Acts of the Apostles. He is the patron saint for bridges builders, butchers, clock makers, fever, fishermen, foot trouble, frenzy,long life, masons, net makers, ship builders, stationers, and wolves. His feast day is June 29th, according to Catholic and Orthodox tradition.