Sheepfold (Easter A4)

This week's readings address one of the great concerns of postmodern Christianity - community.

Jesus says he is the gate to the sheepfold. Together, we listen only to the voice of our gentle shepherd.

Acts shows what the community of the sheepfold looks like.

The psalmist sweetly sings of the peace and joy of being his lamb, guided by the staff of his hand.

Peter reminds the church that they "were going astray like sheep, but now you have returned to the shepherd and guardian of your souls." The church in the midst of trial and tribulation can stand in the shadow of Christ's example.