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Fourth Sunday of Easter; Good Shepherd Sunday, Cycle B

26 Apr 2015

SUNDAY SUMMARY Acts of the Apostles 4:8-12 Peter falls under suspicion when a lame man begins to walk again. Psalm 118:1, 8-9, 21-23, 26, 28, 29 Our confidence is misplaced in principalities and powers. Only God is our rock. 1 John 3:1-2 The world doesn’t “get” the church, any more than it got the revelation of Jesus. John 10:11-18 Jesus hints that his flock is bigger than anyone yet suspects.

Fourth Sunday of Easter, Cycle B 1 John 3:1-2 Acts of the Apostles 4:8-12 Psalm 118:1, 8-9, 21-23, 26, 28, 29 John 10:11-18

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Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, Cycle C

30 Dec 2012

SUNDAY SUMMARY Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14 or 1 Samuel 1:20-22, 24-28 Hannah delivers back to God the child she received as a blessing. Psalm 128:1-2, 3, 4-5 or Psalm 84:2-3, 5-6, 9-10 The house of the Lord is remarkable for its beauty, a sign of its indwelling guest. Colossians 3:12-21 or Colossians 3:12-17 or 1 John 3:1-2, 21-24 We are God’s beloved children, and the Spirit of God remains in us. Luke 2:41-52 At Passover time the parents of Jesus take him up to the festival in Jerusalem.

Colossians 3:12-17 Colossians 3:12-21 Luke 2:41-52 Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14 Psalm 128:1-2, 3, 4-5 1 Samuel 1:20-22, 24-28 Psalm 84:2-3, 5-6, 9-10 1 John 3:1-2, 21-24

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Fourth Sunday of Easter; Good Shepherd Sunday, Cycle B

29 Apr 2012

SUNDAY SUMMARY Acts of the Apostles 4:8-12 Peter makes it clear to the religious authorities that he will not back down from the truth. Psalm 118:1, 8-9, 21-23, 26, 28, 29 Eternal things do not change. God’s mercy, goodness, and kindness remain always. 1 John 3:1-2 We are God’s children, strangers in this world but beloved in God’s reign. John 10:11-18 Jesus is the ideal steward of those whom the Father gave to him.

1 John 3:1-2 Acts of the Apostles 4:8-12 Psalm 118:1, 8-9, 21-23, 26, 28, 29 John 10:11-18

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Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, Cycle C

27 Dec 2009

SUNDAY SUMMARY Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14 or 1 Samuel 1:20-22, 24-28 Hannah receives a child in answer to her prayers, and she surrenders him as promised. Psalm 84:2-3, 5-6, 9-10 or 128:1-2, 3, 4-5 The house of the Lord is a lovely dwelling place for those who come to praise God. Colossians 3:12-21 or 1 John 3:1-2, 21-24 We are God's children, which is why the world does not recognize us. Luke 2:41-52 Jesus isn't lost; it's his good parents who have some catching up to do.

Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14 1 Samuel 1:20-22, 24-28 Psalm 84:2-3, 5-6, 9-10 Psalm 128:1-2, 3, 4-5 Colossians 3:12-21 1 John 3:1-2, 21-24 Luke 2:41-52

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Fourth Sunday of Easter; Good Shepherd Sunday, Cycle B

03 May 2009

SUNDAY SUMMARY Acts of the Apostles 4:8-12 Jesus Christ, the crucified, is the one in whose name healing comes. Psalm 118:1, 8-9, 21-23, 26, 28, 29 The cornerstone, once rejected, is now pivotal to the whole structure. 1 John 3:1-2 The children of God cannot be appreciated by those committed to worldly values. John 10:11-18 There are two kinds of shepherds: One works for pay, and one serves in love

1 John 3:1-2 Acts of the Apostles 4:8-12 Psalm 118:1, 8-9, 21-23, 26, 28, 29 John 10:11-18

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Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, Cycle C

27 Dec 2015

SUNDAY SUMMARY 1 Samuel 1:20-22, 24-28 or Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14 Hannah keeps her promise, and surrenders her child to the service of God. Psalm 84:2-3, 5-6, 9-10 or 128:1-2, 3, 4-5 Those who are happy and strong take up the grateful way of pilgrimage. 1 John 3:1-2, 21-24 or Colossians 3:12-21 In the love we share, God is like a Father and we are God’s children. Luke 2:41-52 Jesus does what adolescents do, pursuing his destiny without asking permission.

Colossians 3:12-21 Luke 2:41-52 Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14 Psalm 128:1-2, 3, 4-5 1 Samuel 1:20-22, 24-28 Psalm 84:2-3, 5-6, 9-10 1 John 3:1-2, 21-24

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Just ask: Ways to nurture vocations

Funeral, Sacrament-based, Holy Day, Holiday, Special Occasion - Sample homilies to be adapted for your use

Occasion: World Day of Prayer for Vocations Readings: Acts of the Apostles 4:8-12; 1 John 3:1-2; John 10:11-18 SEVERAL YEARS AGO I read an article in a Catholic newspaper in which the author told a story about a college student whom he felt might have a vocation to the priesthood. He talked to the young man and asked whether he had ever considered becoming a priest. When the young man said no, the author asked why. The young man's simple reply: "Nobody ever asked me." After that, the young man began to explore the idea and later entered a community of religious men. This story underscores the importance of inviting young people to consider a vocation beyond our baptismal call to follow the Good Shepherd and proclaim his gospel. It is up to all of us to nurture vocations by encouraging young people to consider ordained ministry and consecrated life, such as life as a religious brother or sister. Giving a young person this kind of prompting and feedback will help them see themselves in a different light. Too often a person feels he or she is not worthy or good enough to become a priest, sister, or brother. Somehow they think a person has to be perfect or that only holy people— certainly not they—are called to religious life. It is not a matter of worthiness or unworthiness. It is a matter of God’s will is for them. All of us can and should pray for vocations, but that is not enough. Vocations must be explained and promoted. Two significant places where this happens are the family and the parish. Every Catholic shares the responsibility to encourage young men and women to at least think about the possibility that God might be calling some of them to give their lives to Christ and to the building of the kingdom of God in this way. The Letter of John tells us that the reason the world does not know us Christians is because they do not know Christ. Each Christian must proclaim Christ, but God chooses some men and women to work “full time” to make him known. Some of these chosen ones might be right here in our parish. Maybe they have not yet discovered their call. The Letter of John tells us that the reason the world does not know us Christians is because they do not know Christ. Each Christian must proclaim Christ, but God chooses some men and women to work “full time” to make him known. Some of these chosen ones might be right here in our parish. Maybe they have not yet discovered their call. In the past many children had religious brothers and sisters as teachers in parochial schools or in their religious education classes and were somewhat familiar with their lifestyle. They also knew the parish priests better. Many parishes had more than one priest who shared pastoral duties and had more time to talk with parishioners. These priests and religious sisters and brothers provided role models. Today, on the contrary, many of our young people have little or no idea about the life and ministry of members of religious communities. Education about religious life is necessary because many young people’s only knowledge of this life is the sometimes poor characterization, especially of sisters, on television or in the movies. One thing each of us in the parish might do is to be aware of the potential vocations among our young people. If we encounter young women or men who participate in the Mass regularly, are service-oriented, strongly involved in parish life, and have the qualities of a sister or a priest, mentioning your observations can make a big difference. It is likely that they have thought about a possible vocation and your comments might inspire them and help them in their discernment. In his message for the 49th World Day of Prayer for Vocations, Pope Benedict says, “It is my hope that the local churches will become places where vocations are carefully discerned and their authenticity tested, places where young men and women are offered wise and strong spiritual direction.” Today, especially, on World Day of Prayer for Vocations, also known as Good Shepherd Sunday, let us pray to our Good Shepherd, who laid down his life for us, to inspire young people to follow the call of service in the church. Reprinted with permission from VISION VocationNetwork.org

Authors Sister Margie Lavonis C.S.C.

Special occasion vocations World Day of Prayer for Vocatίons Acts of the Apostles 4:8-12 1 John 3:1-2 John 10:11-18
Fourth Sunday of Easter; Good Shepherd Sunday, Cycle B

22 Apr 2018

SUNDAY SUMMARY Acts of the Apostles 4:8-12 The salvation of the world is the Crucified One. Psalm 118:1, 8-9, 21-23, 26, 28, 29 The stone rejected by the religious is the cornerstone of faith. 1 John 3:1-2 Born as children of the world, we are now God’s children. John 10:11-18 The good shepherd protects his sheep, even with his life.

Acts of the Apostles 4:8-12 Psalm 118:1, 8-9, 21-23, 26, 28, 29 1 John 3:1-2 John 10:11-18

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Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, Cycle C

30 Dec 2018

SUNDAY SUMMARY 1 Samuel 1:20-22, 24-28 or Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14 Hannah dedicates Samuel to God as she had pledged. Psalm 84:2-3, 5-6, 9-10 or 128:1-2, 3, 4-5 Happiness comes to those who dwell in the house of the Lord. 1 John 3:1-2, 21-24 or Colossians 3:12-21 We are the beloved children of God. Luke 2:41-52 Jesus chooses to remain behind in his Father’s house.

1 Samuel 1:20-22, 24-28 Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14 Psalm 84:2-3, 5-6, 9-10 Psalm 128:1-2, 3, 4-5 1 John 3:1-2, 21-24 Colossians 3:12-21 Luke 2:41-52

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Fourth Sunday of Easter; Good Shepherd Sunday, Cycle B

25 Apr 2021

SUNDAY SUMMARY Acts of the Apostles 4:8-12 Jesus is the name by which salvation comes. Psalm 118:1, 8-9, 21-23, 26, 28, 29 The rejected stone is the cornerstone. 1 John 3:1-2 We are the children of God, leaning into fuller revelation. John 10:11-18 The good shepherd protects the sheep with his own life. Homilist's overview of April. More resources for the month available in Seasonal notes.

Acts of the Apostles 4:8-12 Psalm 118:1, 8-9, 21-23, 26, 28, 29 1 John 3:1-2 John 10:11-18

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