Saint Peter Influence

The Catholic Church has had a vast variety of prophets, apostles, and followers who preach the words of Jesus Christ, but a rare few can claim to have had the impact that Saint Peter, Saint Paul, and The Council of Jerusalem had. These two men and this council broke the Catholic Church out of Jewish Tradition and into the mainstream land with the goal of reaching all people no matter what cultural differences they may have; all were welcome thus forming the foreground of the Catholic Church. Saint Paul; who came from a background of hatred toward the Church experienced a conversion into Christ, this serves as an example for all citizens of this Earth. Saint Peter, who held authority with the apostles and who was forgiven by Jesus after he denied him serves as modern day examples of our Church leaders, most notably the Pope. Saint Peter, Saint Paul, and The Council of Jerusalem impacted the early Church by offering a unique experience in faith and life that welcomed

Gentile conversion was a major topic on hand, the council and discussion was lead by Saint Peter and Saint Paul. The debate was on the topic of wether or not Gentiles needed to convert to Judaism to follow Christ. Saint Peter argued for the fact of Gentiles needing to be converted to Judaism in order to follow Jesus Christ while Saint Paul argued the fact that Gentiles did not need to convert, he backed his argument with evidence from his time with the Gentiles. Circumcision was viewed at The Council of Jerusalem as a major discussion due to circumcision being seen as a sign of people who are with God. Peter who stood for Gentiles being circumcised would have a dream showcasing that Paul was correct, this would end this discussion and debate. This council also showcases compromising being made in the fact that Gentiles had to obey the Mosaic