Fr. Christopher Panagoplos, TOR, explores the implications of Jesus’ identity as life-giving vine,

“The true vine of God—true life—is Jesus who with His sacrifice of love gives us salvation, opens to us the way to be part of this vine.  And as Jesus remains in the love of God the Father, we too, wisely pruned by the word of the Master, if we remain profoundly united in Him, we become fruitful branches that bear an abundant harvest.”

the full text of this Sunday’s homily here: 5th Sunday in Easter – Fr. Christopher (text)

View his homily here: 5th Sunday in Easter – Fr. Christopher (video)

https://www.secularfranciscansusa.org/2024/04/27/the-gospel-through-a-franciscan-lens-5th-sunday-in-easter-fr-christopher/

Fr. Christopher Panagoplos, TOR, describes how well Jesus knows his sheep, knows our stories, and how, in spite of that intimate knowledge, He still chooses to save us and be with us on our journey.

“Jesus, the Good Shepherd is our model shepherd. The one who calls us is the one we follow. ‘Lord,
You lead, I’ll imitate, because I place my trust in You.’ Shepherd me, lead me, guide me.”

the full text of this Sunday’s homily here: Good Shepherd Sunday – Fr. Christopher (text)

View his homily here: Good Shepherd Sunday – Fr. Christopher (video)

https://www.secularfranciscansusa.org/2024/04/24/the-gospel-through-a-franciscan-lens-good-shepherd-sunday-fr-christopher/