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

New Retreat Begins Wednesday!

Wednesday will mark the beginning of our 3rd online retreat with over 160 members participating.  This retreat will begin on October 19th and end on the Feast of the Presentation of Mary, November 21st.  

We'll be using the book by Fr. Michael Gaitley, 33 Days to Merciful Love.  You may purchase the book at any Catholic bookstore or here.  

Consider joining us on these 33 Days and if you are able, join us online in our Facebook group where we will be sharing spiritual insights and graces throughout the preparation.

May God bless you and yours!

Sincerely,

Jim & Nicole Hahn and Family

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