Education in Faith
This scripture reminds us that God is always present in our everyday lives. Jesus shows us how we can grow in God’s presence: he sent the disciples away so that he could go to the mountain to pray. Jesus found God in the silence. The disciples found God’s presence when Jesus calmed the storm. Where is it that we find God’s presence in our lives? Sometimes God’s presence is loud and clear - just like the storm, others times it is gentle and quiet. God is always present in our lives not just in times of tragedy but through the joyful as well. Talk with your child about how we can be more mindful of God in our day - not only in the midst of the sad times but in the happy times as well.