By Christopher C. Urquiola
On February 22, we celebrate the Chair of St. Peter, the symbol or representation of the authority of St. Peter and his successors -the pope- in the Catholic Church. The Feast of the Chair of St. Peter expresses our unity to the Church founded by Christ, built on the rock, the Apostle Peter.
The Papacy is one of the greatest gifts Christ has given to His Church, ensuring unity, continuity, and guidance in faith and morals. As Catholics, we recognize the Pope as the Vicar of Christ on earth, entrusted with shepherding the flock and preserving the deposit of faith. Our fidelity to the Papacy is not merely a matter of obedience but a response of love and trust in Christ’s divine plan for His Church.
From the time of St. Peter, to whom Jesus said, "You are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my Church" (Matthew 16:18), the successors of Peter have carried the weighty responsibility of confirming the brethren in faith (Luke 22:32). This sacred office is not founded on human wisdom or power but on God’s providence, which ensures that His Church remains a beacon of truth in a world often clouded by error and confusion.
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