Do Not Be Afraid | Matthew 14:33 by Fr. Keith Romke | Season of Joy
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Watch and listen on YouTube or simply listen to the audio podcast. To share this prayer meditation, copy the Share link below. Introduction by Fr. MichaelWelcome to the Fifth Week of Easter in our Season of Joy series. This week, our six meditations invite us to rest more deeply in the healing love of Christ—a love that knows us personally, prepares a home for us, meets us in our woundedness, and speaks peace into our fear. FridayWe close the week with Fr. Keith reflecting on Matthew 14, where Jesus comes to the disciples in the midst of a violent storm, walking on the water. After feeding the multitude, Jesus had commanded them to get into the boat—and they obeyed. But obedience did not spare them from the storm. In their fear, Jesus speaks the words they most need to hear: Take heart, it is I; do not be afraid. Fr. Keith invites us to place ourselves in that boat and ask: Am I willing to let Jesus’ command—Do not be afraid—settle into my heart? So this week, we pray for the grace to be known, healed, stilled, and strengthened by Christ. Take heart. It is I. Do not be afraid. 2nd Meditation by Fr. Keith Romke
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Father Keith Romke, a priest of the Diocese of Rockford since 2011, is committed to helping individuals recognize their identity as cherished children of God through the experience of His profound love. He encourages others to embrace God's love and discover peace in His presence through joy and evangelization.
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