The book of ACTS (the acts of the Apostles) closes with St. Paul in a storm and moving on.  He has a story both personal and witnessing of epic.  He needs to tell his story.  And his faith is part of the story and story-telling.  

     I can see where Paul's story is similar to being an American.  Sometimes we come together and experience, but we also go each our way with unique skills and gifts and challenges.

     It's a powerful thing to put faith central. And to realize how much of "the story" is about faith.