On the Feast of Ss. Peter and Paul, Bp. Irineos discusses the confession of faith offered by Peter, leading to Christ's declaration that upon this rock I will build my Church. Focusing on the Orthodox understanding of the "rock", Bp. Irineos notes how Peter's human failings and foibles give hope to all of us that we too may be redeemed and restored through Christ, and that we may maintain our love and faith in Christ through all trials and tribulations.