But when he saw how strong the wind was he became frightened;
and, beginning to sink, he cried out, “Lord, save me!”
Immediately Jesus stretched out his hand and caught Peter,
and said to him, “O you of little faith, why did you doubt?”
After they got into the boat, the wind died down.
Those who were in the boat did him homage, saying,
'Truly, you are the Son of God.'" Matt 14:29-36
August M2W was very moving. Annette Ahrens shared a very personal, moving story of God's grace working through loss of children (unfortunately, a camera issue kept us from capturing it). With humor and conviction, in the above video Fr. Rich Toohey connects the story of Jesus' commanding Peter to walk on the water to our own need to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus.
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Pope Benedict is inviting us to be awakened from the slumber of "ceremonial" spirituality and culture. He is constantly reminding us that faith, our very lives, are about an intimate relationship with our Savior... to know Jesus Christ personally, truly, that He is alive and present. Pope Benedict knows that if we were to really encounter Jesus, we would live for Him completely, not on the order of obligation, but out of a genuine, relational love.
We invite all to continue journeying with us beyond the event. We schedule things that are important to us in life. Do this... and we promise it will positively change your life: download the fun and engaging LivingIT Family Gathering Guide. Take the 30/3 Family Challenge. Even if you can't schedule three times a week, commit to just once! We know after that one time you'll want to do it more!
Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus. Our next Made2Worship event is July 6. Sign-up now for special updates. Spread the word. Above all, let's keep one another in our prayers... open our hearts to God's amazing love.
Blessings and peace in Him,
The Made2Worship Team