Gospel: “A violent squall came up… Jesus was in the stern, asleep on a cushion.” (Mark 4:37-38)
Meditation:
Mary is the “Star of the Sea” who remains at peace during the storm because she trusts the one “asleep” in the boat. She stood firm at the foot of the Cross—the ultimate storm—and she helps us maintain our “holy confidence” when life breaks over us.
Mary is the “Star of the Sea” who remains at peace during the storm because she trusts the one “asleep” in the boat. She stood firm at the foot of the Cross—the ultimate storm—and she helps us maintain our “holy confidence” when life breaks over us.
The Medal Connection:
Mary crushing the serpent is the image of victory over the “waves” of chaos and evil. The Medal acts as an anchor in the storm, reminding us that we have “recourse” to a Mother who is more powerful than any squall that threatens to sink our peace.
Mary crushing the serpent is the image of victory over the “waves” of chaos and evil. The Medal acts as an anchor in the storm, reminding us that we have “recourse” to a Mother who is more powerful than any squall that threatens to sink our peace.
Action Step: Send a note of encouragement to someone currently in a personal “storm”.
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