THE ROCK

In the story of Peter, we always find a suitable motive for prayer. He teaches me to express before God the deepest anxieties of the heart. His conversation with Jesus on the Sea of Tiberias, which ends with the call: "Follow Me," did not allow me to say goodbye to Peter. In my imagination, I saw his eyes bathed in tears of pain and happiness, and I felt his strong desire to finally be girded by Another and led where he does not want to go. From the Introduction.

• Lectio Divina Retreats with St. Peter
• Following the apostle proclaiming the Good News
• Journey from Jerusalem to Rome
• Discovering Peter as the foundation of the Church
• Inspiration for prayer and expressing anxieties
• Invitation to follow Jesus Christ

The author invites you to experience more extraordinary lectio divina retreats with St. Peter. This time we will walk behind Peter, the apostle proclaiming the Good News of Jesus Christ risen. We will begin our journey on Easter morning in Jerusalem - the heart of the first Christian community - and end in Rome - the center of the universal Church. Peter, the apostle of the Church of Jerusalem, was the first to walk this path and became the foundation - the Rock.

Lectio Divina is a method of prayer that consists of carefully reading the Holy Scripture, contemplating its content, praying inspired by the Word of God, and contemplation. Saint Peter, as a biblical figure, is an excellent guide on this path, showing us his weaknesses, failures, but also deep faith and love for Christ. His life becomes for us an inspiration for conversion and following Jesus.

The author of the book leads us through the subsequent stages of the life of Saint Peter, showing his role in the history of salvation. From the moment of his calling by Jesus, through the experience of betrayal and denial, to his martyrdom in Rome, Peter is an example for us of a man who, despite his weaknesses, became the foundation of the Church. His life teaches us that God calls us to holiness, even if we are sinners.

This book is addressed to all who want to deepen their faith and relationship with God. Regardless of whether you are a beginner in prayer or an experienced Christian, you will find inspiration in it for personal reflection and spiritual growth. "The Rock" is an invitation to walk behind Saint Peter and discover Jesus Christ in your life.