SAINTS OF THE DAY FOR June 29

 

SAINTS OF THE DAY FOR June 29

Saint Peter Apostle of Rome

Venerable Andrew de Oviedo, SJ https://www.jesuit.org.sg/june-andrew-de-oviedo-sj/ 

SAINT PAUL, APOSTLE OF THE CITY OF ROME- was the greatest missionary in history. A Pharisee converted to Christ, his concern for expounding the faith to those, who heard him, would make him the first Christian theologian. His martyrdom is remembered on June 29,

St. Mary Salome, Roman Catholic, Mother of John, surnamed Mark, who is mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles. Her home in Jerusalem was a gathering place of the Apostles. Peter went to Mary’s home when he was released from prison by King Herod. Feastday: June 29