Have you ever heard about São Pedro? Do you want to know more about who Saint Peter was? Do you want to know about his teachings and their importance for the Roman Catholic Apostolic Church? So come with us and we’ll tell you everything below in the post.
Who Was Saint Peter?
Saint Peter of Assisi (or Saint Peter of Alferes, in the official translation) was a French religious man who was born in 1214 and died in 1252. He was one of the most important priests of the Catholic Church in the 13th century. He was also the first pastor of Mercê de São Pedro, where he served until his death.
Saint Peter was one of the best-known apostles of the Catholic Church, as he was the first to teach Christians that Jesus was the Messiah. During his career, he ministered to large communities and evangelized people from all over the world.
Teachings of Saint Peter
Saint Peter, also known as Pedro de Alcantara or Pedro da Covilhã, was a Christian apostle who lived in the 1st century AD. His name means “Peter of the Green Eyes”. He was very devout and wanted to become a knight of the Lord. He rejoiced to learn that Jesus had chosen him to be his companion on the cross. After Jesus' death, he made a pilgrimage to Jerusalem and then returned to Portugal, where he dedicated himself to the mission of evangelizing the people of the north of the country.
Peter dedicated his life to evangelization throughout the world and taught the importance of being devoted to our Lord God, almighty.
Saint Peter's dedication to the teachings of Jesus can be seen to this day, as many know about his evangelizing missions throughout the world.
Saint Peter's celebrations
Currently, the celebrations of Saint Peter are held in the month of June (often even together with the celebrations of Saint Anthony and Saint John). There is a culture, mainly in the South and Southeast regions, where they hold a fair, with square dancing, decorated with flags and typical foods.
It is common for people to release balloons and rockets, as well as to hold group get-togethers to raise money for some noble cause, such as helping those most in need.
The Importance of Saint Peter in the Catholic Church
Saint Peter is considered the patron saint of the Roman Catholic Apostolic Church. It was he who received the rains of prayer, and also the faith of the first Christians. Despite being just a boy in the year of 12, he was advised by Jesus to follow him to Mount Calvary.
On Mount Calvary, Peter prayed and interceded with God for the poor, abandoned children and the oppressed. Thanks to her intercession, God granted Christians an open Heaven and a better life.
Saint Peter is also the patron saint of the Universal Church of Saints.
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