ST.PETER - the prince of the Apostles, was a fisherman from Bethsaida in Galilee. After being called, he left everything to follow Christ. (Mark 1:17). At Caesarea Philippi, Jesus changed his name of Simon into Peter (rock). He said: you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my Church and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. (Matthew 16:18). Peter was constantly at Jesus side, and nonetheless denied him three times. And for three times Jesus asked Peter to confirm his love for him. (John 21:15). After the ascension, Peter directed the election of Mattias, and boldly proclaimed that Jesus was the Messiah. He was crucified on Vatican Hill during the persecution of Nero in 64.