Isaiah 22: 19-23
The key of the House of David is a symbol of the royal steward’s authority to grant or refuse admittance to the royal presence. A similar image is used in today’s Gospel when Jesus gives the keys of the kingdom of heaven to Peter.
Romans 11: 33-36
Paul rejoices in the incomprehensible wonder of God’s wisdom and providence.
Matthew 16: 13-20
Peter’s profession of faith in Jesus as the Messiah and the Son of the living God is given to him by divine revelation.
Sunday Readings
Sunday 24th August. This Week's Readings
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