Christ is the Good Shepherd, but this is not not just a 'nice' thing of Jesus to say of Himself. First, in Greek, He says ego eimi - I AM, that harkens to the Lord's revelation of His name to Moses. The word we have translated as 'good' is not just a humble little adjective, but with great impact and profound definition - the word means 'perfect, morally sound, and the one who provides the best model, beautiful because of purity of heart and purpose, noble, honorable'. The Lord is the perfect shepherd, the model for all! Christ is the Good Shepherd who cares for His flock, protects it from the wolves that prowl about the world seeking the destruction of souls. He lays down His life in love for the flock.
This Good Shepherd weekend, we also pray for vocations as the universal Church. May the Good Shepherd call many more to lay down their lives following the perfect model of Jesus Christ. May many more hear the voice of the Shepherd, calling them to this, especially as priests and religious!
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