Responsibility and ownership enhance our commitment to shepherd challenges in our daily lives. All things worth doing should be accomplished to the best of our ability, minimizing negative consequences. Adhering to COVID-19 protocols and channeling our energy to support and improve social networks for the disadvantaged, loom large. We trust the Lord to be the good shepherd, wise, loving and strong, bringing rest and renewal in a voice which is understood. The good shepherd lays down their life while the hired hand runs away. Jesus death and resurrection are an expression of great love for all and his love for God. A love that stretches from before time into a future beyond time, in the presence of God. Be the good shepherd and follow in Jesus footsteps, to the glory of God.

Amen.

Based on readings for the week: Psalm 23, John 10:11-18.