Apostle of Jesus Christ, early Christian. The first bishop of Antioch and later bishop of Rome. |
Saint Peter was one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ, the first bishop of Antioch and later bishop of Rome. The Roman Catholic Church makes use of his position as first bishop of Rome in the case for papal primacy. |
According to the Roman Catholic Church, Peter is the first Pope. Succeeded as bishop of Rome by Linus (67-76) |
Succeeded by Pope Linus (67-76) |
Succeeded by Pope Linus (67-76)