Study of the Readings
ed. by
Joyce Ann Zimmerman,
et al
• Words, Phrases
• To the point
• First Two Readings
• Experience
Dennis
Hamm, SJ
The House of Israel and Those Far Off
In the language of Acts, “the Lord” is understood as a title for Jesus, and so “those who call upon the name of the Lord” becomes virtually a name for all Christians.
John Kavanaugh, SJ
Like many devoted shepherds, Jesus is both the shepherd and the gate.
John J. Pilch
If contemporary American believers can see beyond the sheep imagery to the question of leadership in the Christian community, today’s few verses should stimulate healthy reflection.
He said he had not come to be served but to serve; and so the Gospel shows him tired out, he who labored for our sake.
Reginald H. Fuller
Christ’s wounds bring healing, and by his redemptive death we are enabled to die to sin and live to righteousness.