The Good Shepherd

“My sheep hear my voice; I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish. No one can take them out of my hand.” — John 10:27–28

My Good Shepherd, who have shown your very gentle mercy to us unworthy sinners in various physical pains and sufferings, give grace and strength to me, your little lamb, that in no tribulation or anguish or pain may I turn away from you. —…

Televangelists often preach that those who follow Jesus will find health, wealth, and happiness. These preachers assure their audience that God’s blessings will keep them from any suffering or struggle. Sunday’s readings bring us back to…

As Jeremiah reminds us, not all leaders have their people’s best interests at heart. Too often, the ones who long to control others seize positions of leadership. They care nothing for the people’s needs. Instead, they get carried away by…

In certain European countries sheep are raised principally for their meat; in ancient Israel they were raised above all for wool and milk. For this reason they remained for many years in the company of the shepherd, who knew the character…