Christ's foundation on Peter abides

Treasures of Our Faith with Deacon Richard Vehige · Oct 11, 2025 · 6m

Today, October 11 , as our Church celebrates the Memorial of John XXIII, pope, we are encouraged to read and reflect on a passage of the apostle Paul to Titus (1:7-11:2:1-8), entitled "The teaching of the Apostle on the qualities and duties of bishops". Our treasure, which follows, is from a sermon by Saint Leo the Great, pope.

Saint Pope John XXIII was the 260th successor of St. Peter, was one of the most popular popes of all time, serving as pope from October 1958 to June 1963. His pastoral approach to the papacy made him beloved by many: his nick name was the "Good Pope". He is best known…