Peter’s Successor Q: How is the Pope the successor to Peter? A: Peter died in Rome as the Bishop of Rome. Jesus had appointed Peter as the leader of the apostles, the Rock on which he would build his Church (Mt 16:18). Jesus first changed Simon’s name to Peter (Rock) (Mt 10:2) and then Jesus founded his Church on the Rock of Peter. Following Peter, each Bishop of Rome, as the Bishop of Rome, has been regarded as the Pope. The Orthodox Churches, while not acknowledging universal jurisdiction of the Bishop of Rome, still regard the Bishop of Rome as the successor of Peter. Is there something about the Catholic faith you want answered?
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“Turn from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it.” —Psalm 34:14
Just as we in Australia know conflict within our own communities, so do our neighbours in Papua New Guinea. With more than a thousand different tribes across the country, tribal conflicts over such things as land claims and religious differences can lead to the burning of churches, schools, homes and most devastatingly, the loss of life. Thankfully, the Catholic Church and local priests play an important role in reducing the hostility and animosity between the different tribes. As respected leaders of the community, the priests act as mediators and encourage harmony and reconciliation. Through our Church leaders, your support will play a huge part in helping to bring faith, tolerance and peace to those in turmoil in this culturally diverse part of the world.
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