Skip to content
  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • Youtube
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest

Welcome to Blessed is She, where we love Jesus & you.

Free U.S. Standard Shipping On Orders $75+

Shipping FAQ Contact Live
Search
  • Content
  • Shop
  • Community
  • Experiences
  • About
Blessed Is She
Account Search Cart
  • Content Toggle menu
    • Devotions
      Devotions
    • Blog
      Blog
    • BIS Member Community
      BIS Member Community
    • Podcast
      Podcast
    • Free Resources
      Free Resources
  • Shop Toggle menu
    • By Category Toggle menu
      • Accessories
      • Apparel
      • Books & Studies
      • Cards & Booklets
      • Home & Wall Decor
      • Jewelry
      • Journals
      • Planners
      • Rosaries
      • Stickers
    • Featured Toggle menu
      • New
      • Best Sellers
      • Month of Mary 💙
      • Gifts for Mom 💕
      • Planners 📒
      • For Men
      • For Kids
      • Gifts
      • Sale
      • Start a Return
    • 2025-2026 PLANNERS
      2025-2026 PLANNERS
    • SHOP ALL
      SHOP ALL
  • Community Toggle menu
    • Blessed Brunches
    • Regional Groups
    • Small Group Studies
    • Blessed is She Membership Community
    • College Students
    • Retreat
  • Experiences Toggle menu
    October 10-11, 2025

    The New Retreat

    Join us as we let God bring our dry bones back to brand new and vibrant life.

    register
  • About Toggle menu
    • What's New
    • About Blessed is She
    • Staff + Writers
    • Support Blessed is She
Left
  • Content Toggle menu
    • Devotions
      Blog
      BIS Member Community
      Podcast
      Free Resources
  • Shop Toggle menu
    • By Category Toggle menu
      • Accessories
      • Apparel
      • Books & Studies
      • Cards & Booklets
      • Home & Wall Decor
      • Jewelry
      • Journals
      • Planners
      • Rosaries
      • Stickers
    • Featured Toggle menu
      • New
      • Best Sellers
      • Month of Mary 💙
      • Gifts for Mom 💕
      • Planners 📒
      • For Men
      • For Kids
      • Gifts
      • Sale
      • Start a Return
    • 2025-2026 PLANNERS
      SHOP ALL
  • Community Toggle menu
    • Blessed Brunches
    • Regional Groups
    • Small Group Studies
    • Blessed is She Membership Community
    • College Students
    • Retreat
  • Experiences Toggle menu
    October 10-11, 2025

    The New Retreat

    Join us as we let God bring our dry bones back to brand new and vibrant life.

    register
  • About Toggle menu
    • What's New
    • About Blessed is She
    • Staff + Writers
    • Support Blessed is She
Planners 📒
Catholic Academic Liturgical Planner // Mini Layout
Left Right Quick buy
Catholic Academic Liturgical Planner // Mini Layout
$54.00
Catholic Liturgical Academic Planner // Big Layout
Left Right Quick buy
Catholic Liturgical Academic Planner // Big Layout
$58.00
Litany of Humility Magnetic Bookmarks – Catholic Prayer-Inspired Page Markers for Bible, Journals & Devotionals
Left Right Quick buy
Litany of Humility Magnetic Bookmarks – Catholic Prayer-Inspired Page Markers for Bible, Journals & Devotionals
$15.00
Catholic Wall and Desk Calendar 2025 with liturgical dates
63% off
Left Right Quick buy
Catholic Wall and Desk Calendar 2025
$15.00 $40.00 Sale
Digital 2025 Catholic Liturgical Planner
Left Right Quick buy
Digital 2025 Catholic Liturgical Planner
$25.00
Planner Page Digital Download - Blessed Is She Digital Download
Left Right Quick buy
Planner Page Digital Download
$5.00
Academic Planner Accessory Bundle - Blessed Is She
31% off
Left Right Quick buy
Planner Accessory Bundle
$48.00 $70.00 Sale
Planner Stickers - Blessed Is She Stickers
Left Right Quick buy
Catholic Planner Stickers
$15.00
Notepad // Pure In Heart - Blessed Is She Accessories
20% off
Left Right Quick buy
Notepad // Pure In Heart
$8.00 $10.00 Sale
Magnetic Bookmarks // Pure In Heart - Blessed Is She Accessories
17% off
Left Right Quick buy
Magnetic Bookmarks // Pure In Heart
$15.00 $18.00 Sale
Shipping FAQ Contact Live
  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • Youtube
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
Our 2025-2026 Liturgical Planners are here ✨
Welcome, we're so glad you're here 💜

Quo Vadis?: On the Humanity of St. Peter

The humanity of St. Peter has always captivated me—from his declaration at the Transfiguration that building tents is the best idea, to his fearless (albeit short-lived) walk across the sea, to his desperation with Jesus’ repeated interrogation on the beach after the Resurrection. Recently, though, I heard my new favorite story of St. Peter.

A Lesser-Known Story of St. Peter

In the years following Jesus’ Resurrection, the Roman officials became increasingly upset by the rapid growth of the Christian Faith and particularly the influence of St. Peter. So, Peter and some other early Christians decided that it would be best if he left Rome and continued his work elsewhere so that he would escape the threat of persecution.

As Peter was fleeing Rome, feeling confident that he was doing what was best for him and the early Church, he had a life-altering encounter with Christ.

Walking along the Aventine Hill, Peter had a vision of Jesus walking back toward the city. In pure shock and confusion, Peter asked, “Quo vadis, Domine?” which means, “Where are you going, Lord?”

Jesus answered him, “I am going back to Rome to be crucified a second time.”

Peter immediately understood what Jesus meant: he needed to turn around, continue his work in Rome, and offer his life for Christ. Peter did just that, and he was put to death shortly after his return to the city.

Jesus' Will Above All

Peter’s decision to leave Rome was not motivated solely by fear; he earnestly believed that he needed to proclaim the Gospel elsewhere. However, he didn’t consider the fact that giving his life for Christ was the ultimate witness to the Gospel.

After learning this from his encounter with Christ, his perspective changed and so too did the course of his life. He suffered crucifixion, just as Jesus did, and he willingly endured the pain and torture because he knew that if Christ willed it, then it was worthwhile and holy.

I Am Like Peter

Often, I find myself embodying many of St. Peter’s characteristics, whether that be wanting to pitch a tent and never leave a retreat or taking my eyes off Christ when I feel confident in my own ability only to quickly falter.

The experiences of my own faith life seem to mirror those of St. Peter in many of these human ways. As I consider where God is calling me to go next, I have been reflecting quite a bit on St. Peter, specifically the story of Quo Vadis.

Right now, I am in a state of great unknown and immense transition during my senior year of college. There seem to be countless paths that I could embark on in a few months. And I am entirely unsure which one is right because they are all sincerely good and holy options. Relying on my own judgment and perception, however, will not suffice. With so many possibilities during this season of transition, I know I have to continually turn to God and allow Him to reveal how I can best witness to the Gospel.

Where are YOU Going, Lord?

Like St. Peter, my own human understanding is limited, and I need God to speak to my heart and show me how I am called to serve Him in new ways. This is much easier said than done.

In any decision I am faced with, I am often quick to make my decision based on what I think will best serve me immediately. Sometimes my intentions are good—Peter thought that he was doing what was best for himself and the early Christian community by leaving Rome. But when I make a decision without prayerfully discerning if it aligns with the will of God for me, even a well-meaning choice can lead me from the path God desires me to walk.

If Peter had not submitted to the call to martyrdom, we wouldn’t have his incredible witness to Christ and his commitment to the Gospel, not to mention the beautiful Basilica of St. Peter as the heart of the Church in Rome.

How Do We Know?

Knowing the will of God for our lives requires patience and listening, two areas that are not my strengths. Talking to God comes much more naturally than quietly listening for His voice and patiently waiting for His movements in my life. I often find myself struggling to persevere in doing so.

Like St. Peter at the Transfiguration, I always want to be doing something rather than quietly and attentively listening to what God has to say to me. It’s often much easier for me to keep busy than to take a step back and discern where God is leading me to witness to Him.

I have learned so much about what it means to follow God’s will in my life by reflecting on the story of St. Peter and Quo Vadis. If I am only attuned to my own ideas and desires, I could be missing the way that God is calling me to serve Him. God’s call isn’t always easy to carry out, but it will bear abundant fruit not only in my own life but also in the lives of those around me.

Ultimately, following God’s will for my life is the surest way to joy, fulfillment, and salvation. So I know that it is in my best interest to humbly follow where He leads, even if I don’t fully understand it or even if it is uncomfortable.

“Quo vadis, Domine?” Where are you going, Lord? Because I want to follow wherever you lead me.

Quo Vadis?: On the Humanity of St. Peter #BISblog //Click to tweet Twitter

Katie Eilerman is a St. Louis transplant to Kansas City, where she attends Rockhurst University, a small Jesuit university, to study Secondary Education, English, and Theology. She finds God’s love in iced vanilla lattes, walks around the park, and genuine conversation with friends, and shares it through liturgical music, contagious laughter, and letters sent via snail mail.

Blessed is She - Blessed Is She
About Blessed is She
View other posts from the author

GET YOUR PLANNER
SAINTLY SOAP
TUNE IN WEEKLY 🎧
SUPPORT THE BIS MISSION
Share
  • Facebook Share on Facebook
  • Twitter Share on Twitter
  • Pinterest Pin it
February 12, 2020 — Blessed Is She
Tags: Author_BlessedIsShe BLOG church LIVES saints
Left Older Post Back to Blog Newer Post Right

Left What's New Right

View all
Cover of Abide in His Love Gospel of John study guide
Left Right Quick buy
Catholic Bible Study: The Gospel of John // Abide in His Love
$30.00
Saintly Soaps
25% off
Left Right Quick buy
Saintly Soaps
$15.00 $20.00 Sale
Catholic Academic Liturgical Planner // Mini Layout
Left Right Quick buy
Catholic Academic Liturgical Planner // Mini Layout
$54.00
Catholic Liturgical Academic Planner // Big Layout
Left Right Quick buy
Catholic Liturgical Academic Planner // Big Layout
$58.00
Litany of Humility Magnetic Bookmarks – Catholic Prayer-Inspired Page Markers for Bible, Journals & Devotionals
Left Right Quick buy
Litany of Humility Magnetic Bookmarks – Catholic Prayer-Inspired Page Markers for Bible, Journals & Devotionals
$15.00
Hardcover Eucharist study guide with full-color pages
Left Right Quick buy
Gift // Study on the Eucharist
$30.00
Immaculate Heart of Mary Stud Earrings
Left Right Quick buy
Immaculate Heart of Mary Stud Earrings
$30.00
Morning Joy Mug
Left Right Quick buy
Morning Joy Mug
$14.00
Catholic women's virtual mentorship program - The Well Overflow by Blessed is She
Quick buy
The Well // Overflow
$79.00
Peace Time Candle – St. Francis of Assisi 12 oz Soy Candle with Lavender & Eucalyptus – 3-Wick, Clean Burn
14% off
Left Right Quick buy
Peace Time Candle – St. Francis of Assisi 12 oz Soy Candle with Lavender & Eucalyptus – 3-Wick, Clean Burn
$30.00 $35.00 Sale
Divine Intimacy
Left Right Quick buy
Divine Intimacy
$69.95
Litany of Humility Print Set (3-piece)
Left Right Quick buy
Litany of Humility Print Set (3-piece)
$15.00
Come Holy Spirit Print (11x14)
Left Right Quick buy
Come Holy Spirit Print (11x14)
$15.00
Chapstick Set
20% off
Left Right Quick buy
Jesus is the Balm Lip Balm // 3-pack
$12.00 $15.00 Sale
Rest Time Candle – Jesus Inspired Soy Candle – 12 oz Sandalwood & Rose Wood Wick – Clean, Relaxing Burn
Left Right Quick buy
Rest Time Candle – Jesus Inspired Soy Candle – 12 oz Sandalwood & Rose Wood Wick – Clean, Relaxing Burn
$30.00
Catholic Wall and Desk Calendar 2025 with liturgical dates
63% off
Left Right Quick buy
Catholic Wall and Desk Calendar 2025
$15.00 $40.00 Sale
Miraculous Medal Earrings // Silver
Left Right Quick buy
Miraculous Medal Earrings // Silver
$35.00
Morning Star 40oz water bottle
38% off
Left Right Quick buy
Morning Star 40oz water bottle
$28.00 $45.00 Sale
Women's Gold Crucifix Necklace
Left Right Quick buy
Women's Gold Crucifix Necklace
$40.00
Gold Monstrance Locket
16% off
Left Right Quick buy
Monstrance Gold Locket
$42.00 $50.00 Sale
Welcome to Blessed Is She

Blessed is She is a sisterhood of women who want to grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ through their Catholic faith.

Blessed Is She
Quick links
  • Support BIS
  • Subscribe to the Devos
  • About Us
  • FAQ
  • Contact
  • Affiliates Program
  • Wholesale Login
Social
  • YouTube
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
  • Amazon
Amazon American Express Apple Pay Diners Club Discover Google Pay JCB Maestro Mastercard PayPal Shop Pay Union Pay Venmo Visa
  • Privacy Policy
  • Shipping & Returns
  • Terms of Service
© 2025 Blessed Is She. Powered by Shopify
To Top