Saints Peter and Paul, Apostles

Solemnity

The two great Apostles of Rome: Peter, the rock on whom Christ built his Church, and Paul, the Apostle to the Gentiles. Both were martyred in Rome under Nero.

Readings of the day

Joyful Mysteries

Fourth Mystery: The Presentation

““Now you are releasing your servant, Master, according to your word, in peace;”Luke 2:29

In obedience to the Law, Mary and Joseph present the Child Jesus in the Temple. The righteous Simeon takes Him in his arms and blesses God, and the prophetess Anna speaks of Him to all awaiting redemption.

Fruit of the mystery: Obedience

A prayer with Saints Peter and Paul

Lord Jesus, you called Saints Peter and Paul to carry your Gospel to the world. By the prayers of Saints Peter and Paul, help me to hear your word and to share it gladly. Amen.

Hail Mary, full of grace…

A short prayer composed for Rosary Cards

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This day’s five mysteries (Joyful Mysteries)

The Annunciation
The Visitation
The Nativity
The Presentation
The Finding in the Temple

Coming up

Saint Thomas, ApostleFri, Jul 3 · Feast
Our Lady of Mount CarmelThu, Jul 16 · Optional memorial
Saint Mary MagdaleneWed, Jul 22 · Feast
Saint James, ApostleSat, Jul 25 · Feast
The Transfiguration of the LordThu, Aug 6 · Feast

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Liturgical calendar for the dioceses of the USA (General Roman Calendar and U.S. proper), checked against the USCCB liturgical calendar. Readings: citations from the U.S. Lectionary for Mass, text from the Douay-Rheims Bible (public domain).

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