The oldest extant image of Jesus lies in the catacomb of St. Callisto beneath the city of Rome. It the Good Shepherd. Similar images appear a century later in the catacombs of St. Priscilla and St. Domitilla. It is interesting how this image persisted in the minds and hearts of the early Christians and found its way to the walls of these catacombs. Was it because it showed Jesus and one who cares, one who is the gate through which the sheep pass to the Father, or because this Good Shepherd laid down his life for his sheep? We are invited to reflect on these aspects of our risen Jesus, to follow in his example of care for, and of even lay down our lives for others. A pretty tall order, the work of a lifetime, but if HE did it, so can we!
This is also Vocation Sunday; let us pray that many will follow the call to the priesthood, ministry and consecrated life.
Bro. Rene
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