Theme
The puzzling identity of Jesus
Gospel Note
Mark constructs his narrative of this storm-stilling incident so as to climax in the disciples' perplexed questioning of Jesus' identity. The passage gives no direct answer. The present action recalls God's authority over the unformed waters of creation in Genesis. Jesus is the very power of God.
Liturgical Color
Green
Suggested Hymns
Lord Of Our Life In Heaven Ab…
CSS Publishing Company, CONTEMPORARY LECTIONARY PRAYERS, by Dennis Koch