REFLECTION ~
In this weekend’s liturgy, we find the speech in which Jesus presents himself as the good shepherd and explains to his listeners the characteristics of those who watch over the sheep: their attention, their spirit of sacrifice, their union with the Father, their full freedom to assume the mission… And he encourages those who listen to him to trust him and to want to be part of his herd. Today, Good Shepherd’s Sunday, the Church invites us to enter the herd of the risen Christ and to let him be our guide.
Homework: How is my relationship with the Good Shepherd (Jesus), and how often do I pray to God for all the priests of the world?

Also…

Party in the Parish: Next weekend God will be blessing us with two gifts that are very important for our children and teenagers, as for the whole family. On Saturday, we will have the First Communion; for the first time our children will be receiving Jesus in their bodies. Let’s ask the Creator that Jesus fill them with many blessings and allow them to continue receiving him for the rest of their lives. On Sunday, Bishop Joel Konzen will be
visiting us to celebrate the Eucharist at 10:00 am and at the same time give our young people the gift of Confirmation, where they will receive the Holy Spirit and his gifts. Let’s ask God to teach them how to use them every day of their lives. Please come and greet your bishop.

For more Notes from Fabio, please visit the Bulletin Insert for 4/21/24; click on the

Weekly Bulletin link above.