Saint Peter - Wikipedia
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 …
Saint Peter the Apostle | History, Facts, & Feast Day | Britannica
Dec 17, 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 …
Peter McNamee Obituary (1927-2025) | Bloomington, IL
Nov 19, 2025 · With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Peter McNamee of Bloomington, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on November 9, 2025 at the …
Who was Peter in the Bible? - GotQuestions.org
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 …
Meaning, origin and history of the name Peter
Dec 1, 2024 · Derived from Greek Πέτρος (Petros) meaning "stone". This is a translation used in most versions of the New Testament of the name Cephas, meaning "stone" in Aramaic, which …
Peter: Name Meaning, Popularity and Info on BabyNames.com
Jan 10, 2026 · The name Peter is primarily a male name of Greek origin that means Rock. Click through to find out more information about the name Peter on BabyNames.com.
Peter in the Bible - His Life and Story in the New Testament
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 …
Saint Peter: Quest for the Historical Apostle Peter - Bart D. Ehrman
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 …
Apostle Peter Biography: Timeline, Life, and Death
The Apostle Peter is one of the great stories of a changed life in the Bible. Check out this timeline and biography of the life of Peter.
Pope Leo XIV closes St. Peter’s Holy Door, concluding Jubilee of …
Jan 6, 2026 · Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday closed the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica, bringing the ordinary holy year to an end — a time of grace that invited Catholics to conversion.