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Photograph of painting of Jesus with Saints Peter and Paul, by Antonis Mor, about 1564.

The Feast of Saints Peter and Paul or Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul is a liturgical feast in honor of the martyrdom in Rome of the apostles Saint Peter and Saint Paul, which is observed on June 29. The celebration is of ancient Christian origin, the date selected being the anniversary of either their death or the translation of their relics. (Full article...)


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