June 29, the Feast of Sts. Peter and Paul



"…we commemorate each of the saints with hymns and appropriate songs of praise, how much more should we celebrate the memory of Peter and Paul, the supreme Leaders of the pre-eminent company of the Apostles? They are the fathers and guides of all Christians: Apostles, martyrs, holy ascetics, priests, hierarchs, pastors and teachers. As chief shepherds and master builders of our common godliness and virtue, they tend and teach us all, like lights in the world, holding forth the word of life."

From St. Gregory Palamas (The Homilies Vol. 2; St. Tikhon's Seminary Press pg. 68):

Happy Feast Day! Especially to Arielle, James, and Susan Sophia on their Parish Feast Day and to Christina’s sons, husband, and father; and to Father Paul on their Patron Saint Days! Many Years to everyone!