Pastor’s Note 4/26/26

Dear Parishioners:

There’s something about a good piece of music that strikes our ears with joy and satisfaction. Of course, the genre of music might be different for each of us, yet when there’s a well-composed piece of music, it has the capacity to captivate us. We may go back to listen to it over and over. Its rhythm finds a place in our consciousness. Every time we hear it, that music draws us in. In something of a similar way, Jesus speaks about how his voice, the voice of the Good Shepherd, draws people in. It is the authoritative voice over and above the other voices that do not have the best interests of the flock in mind. When Jesus speaks, when we hear his compassionate, powerful voice, it strikes our hearts with joy, obedience, and protection. The Good Shepherd is the one who goes after his sheep. He keeps them together by his guidance. He speaks to us so that we might hear the convincing sound of his voice—the voice of truth, unity, and his unyielding love.

God’s peace,

Fr. John