The Sheepfold and the Voice of the Shepherd

Stone sheepfold John 10:22-30 Recently my boys have been spending a great deal of time outside in the area that will soon be transformed into our garden. They spend endless hours digging in the dirt for worms. They then promptly take those worms and throw them to the chickens. It amazes me how even chickens can learn to recognize sounds or voices. My oldest makes this funny high-pitched sound when he comes out of the house and heads toward the coop. The chickens practically fall over themselves running toward the fence or out of the coop when they hear him making his sound. They know there is food to follow! In Sunday's Gospel Jesus tells us that, "My sheep hear my voice. I know them, and they follow me." and "I am the gate for the sheep." Today, again, Jesus mentions that His sheep know His voice and follow Him.  In these few verses we learn that Jesus is both gate and shepherd for the sheep. In those days and even today in some places, a sheepfold w

First Communion Day

Today was the big day for #1. He did great and so did all the family. Here are some pictures from the day.





Mimi, Grandpa Dave, Anthony and Catherine.

Grandma and Grandpa Hahn with Anthony.

...with uncle Dustin...

another little man...only about 4 years until we're doing this with him.

#2 got all dressed up for the occasion. His turn next year...

One big happy (except for #3-see lower right) family.

Even uncle Bill (aka Father William Hahn) made it for the Mass to concelebrate.
After Mass we went back home to grill and feast.
Cake by Mom, icing by Anthony, decorating by Dad.

After lunch an intense soccer game broke out with the "boys" (yes, Fr. Hahn often plays soccer in his black pants and shirt - no collar).

Action shot, notice the ball by the window....

#4 coming back from climbing trees.


Comments

Immaculatae said…
Congratulations! What a wonderful day. God bless you guys!
Patience said…
Love the cake! Gotta do something like that for dd's upcoming Confirmation.