I know, I know the script - I was brought up Catholic. But that is a complete distortion, meant to serve the RCC's own power lust. There is no 'Apostolic Succession'. The Rock, as agreed upon by a majority of church fathers is the confession that Jesus is Lord and His grace is salvation. The 'small rock' refers to the members of that church foundation. Jesus Christ was not 'passing powers' to the apostles. And Peter was never sent to Rome, and there is no proof his bones were taken there either. Rome is not Christ's Holy City, Jerusalem is.
I know, I know the script - I was brought up Catholic. But that is a complete distortion, meant to serve the RCC's own power lust. There is no 'Apostolic Succession'. The Rock, as agreed upon by a majority of church fathers is the confession that Jesus is Lord and His grace is salvation. The 'small rock' refers to the members of that church foundation. Jesus Christ was not 'passing powers' to the apostles. And Peter was never sent to Rome, and there is no proof his bones were taken there either. Rome is not Christ's Holy City, Jerusalem is.
Here's a general overview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hwy4iC3ozS0
And More In Depth Study: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTI8NTr4BClEQfbCkU_8g6qdBap8Crj4Q