Peter was a Jewish fisherman in Bethsaida (John 1:44). He was named Simon, son of Jonah or John. The three Synoptic Gospels recount how Peter's mother-in-law was healed by Jesus at their home in Capernaum (Matthew 8:14–17, Mark 1:29–31, Luke 4:38); this passage clearly depicts Peter as being married.

Were any apostles married?

'Certainly, the majority of the Apostles were married. In this modern age, the Church must observe these things. It has to advance with history. '" Indeed, while Archbishop of Buenos Aires, the future Pope Francis acknowledged that "the celibacy rule is simply one of tradition and is flexible."

Did Simon Peter have a child?

Follow the exciting, moving tale of Marcus, Son of Peter the Apostle. He escapes slavery only to find himself at odds with the Romans and zealots.