Today was a beautiful day around the Sea of Galilee with incredible warm, 60-degree weather. We visited The Church of the Multiplication of the Loaves and Fish in Tabgah. We had the opportunity to attend mass there in the German language with the Benedictine monks. According to ancient tradition this was the spot that Jesus fed the multitudes with 5 loaves of bread and two fish (Mathew 14:13-21; Mark 6:30-46). Our guide pointed out that the 12 baskets gathered from the left overs signified the 12 tribes of Israel being the first to be called by Jesus.
We also visited the Church of the Primacy of St. Peter (John 21:15,17). This is the place where Jesus asked Peter three times, “Do you love me?” Peter responded, “Lord you know that I love you.” Each time Jesus instructed Peter to “Feed my sheep.” We had a long time to pray facing the Sea of Galilee at this spot.
As a Benedictine oblate, I'm glad you had a chance to visit a Benedictine monastery there. I hope at least some of you understood German!--Monica
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