Stormy Seas

John gives us a frightening scene in today's Gospel:  A dark night, howling winds, stormy seas, desperately rowing and frightened men, and Jesus walking on the choppy waters.  "It is I, do not be afraid." he tells them, and before they know it, they are safely on the shore to which they were heading. (Jn 6: 16-21).  A fitting Gospel selection for our turbulent times across the globe.  Even seniors in our schools facing the unknown as graduation unleashes them into the unknown seas of jobs or further schooling.  Each day when we put our feet on the floor, we know not what storms might arise later in the day. Sometimes none, sometimes ferocious winds and waves.  How do we face them?  The same way as the disciples:  with Jesus.  "It is I, do not be afraid."  He is always there and our boat will always arrive safely to the shore.
Bro. Rene