Saint Peter reminds us that a Christian is a steward of the grace of God.
Or by appointment (call 318-325-7549 to schedule). The Apostles are telling the story of Jesus in faith and for faith to inspire us to believe in Jesus. "The person who welcomes you, welcomes me" (Matthew 10:40). According to a long-standing tradition in the Church, some of the Gospel writers were Apostles and others were not, but they preserved and wrote down the apostolic preaching: what the Apostles learned from Jesus himself, and what they themselves saw. Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Monroe of the Diocese of Shreveport is a loving, nurturing family of faith and prayer with the Eucharist as the center of parish life. We know this because Peter refers to Jesus as the shepherd in his first letter: He himself bore our sins in his body upon the cross, so that, free from sin, we might live for righteousness. In recalling that all of the Gospels were written after Jesus resurrection and ascension, we have to conclude that everything contained within them was written in the light of the Resurrection, that is, with the end in mind: the victory of Jesus over sin and death. 
The Gospels, in other words, record the life and teaching, the death and resurrection of Jesus, as told to us through the faith of the Apostles who knew him and loved him. 
Another such example is when Jesus spoke about himself as the Good Shepherd: Although Jesus used this figure of speech,* they did not realize what he was trying to tell them (Jn 10:6). The Gospel writers told the story of Jesus to the best of their ability, inspired by the Holy Spirit. John himself tells us as much in his Gospel. Sister Anna Marie McGuan, RSM, is director of Christian formation in the Diocese of Knoxville. Passages like Jesus description of the Good Shepherd illustrate how the evangelists often show how the Apostles were mystified by things that Jesus said and did. By his wounds you have been healed. The spirituality of our covenant community is nourished and expressed in three fundamental ways - full, active participation in the Liturgy, spiritual growth for life through small group participation, and engaging in ministries of spiritual growth.
We need help restocking our fridge & snack bar. Mike helps us understand the oracle concerning Tyre and also points out that God's judgment will always be completed. The Good Shepherd passage, however, has something important to teach us about the formation of the New Testament.
See link for full announcement: https://jgschurch.org/news-and-announcements. Not everything that Jesus said and did was understood at the time, certainly not before the Resurrection and the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. To know and care about each other, to share a deep sense of belonging, to welcome the stranger - these are the Christ-like qualities of an hospitable community. Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Monroe of the Diocese of Shreveport is a loving, nurturing family of faith and prayer with the Eucharist as the center of parish life. In the third stage, the Gospel writers selected both oral and written materials to prepare their texts. Type on the field below and hit Enter/Return to search, Helping Catholics know & love the Lord and his Church, on The Formation of the Gospels and Good Shepherd Sunday. Sign up with just your email. Jesus the Good Shepherd Church 2510 Emerson Street, Monroe, LA 71201 (318)-325-7549. JGS Youth Group Snacks needed! But a key to their writing was how they came to understand Jesus words in light of his death and Resurrection. The process of transmitting Divine Revelation in the form of the Gospels happened rapidly, over the course of about 50 years. Please drop any drink or Thursday of the Sixteenth Week in Ordinary Time, St. Mary Magdalene: Saint of the Day for Friday, July 22, 2022. St. Mary Magdalene is one of the greatest saints of the Bible and a legendary example of God's mercy and grace. With diverse gifts, we proclaim God's healing love and presence in the world through the Word, worship and service. "As generous stewards of God's manifold grace, put your gifts at the service of one another, each in the measure he has received" (1 Peter 4:10). JGS youth has had an awesome & busy summer! Thank you so much! Harmony Road, Owings, MD 20736, USA. Thurs, July 28 - Eucharistic Adoration 8:30-8:00p.m. How did the Gospel writers compose their Gospels? They are Gods gift to His Church, and their apostolic origin is undeniable.
On the preceding Sundays of Easter, the focus has been on the Resurrection appearances beautiful moments of joy, trepidation, surprise and hope. With diverse gifts, we proclaim God's healing love and presence in the world through the word, worship and service. They organized what they heard and read in order to write most effectively to the diverse audiences of their time.
St. Justin Martyr, who died around 165 AD, identifies the Gospels more than once as the memoirs of the Apostles. If you would like to join our church or if you are an existing member and you need to change some of your information, you can conveniently complete the form on the "About" page. They knew and loved Jesus, and they wanted everyone to know who he was. Thurs, July 21 - Eucharistic Adoration 8:30-8:00p.m. What does the Church say about how cremated remains should be handled? The Good Shepherd Gospel reading on the Fourth Sunday of Easter seems out of place because it takes us back in time before the passion, death and resurrection of Jesus. Click this logo to participate in the Synod online. The Resurrection and Scripture: Lessons from the Road to Emmaus, Easter Evidence: At the Heart of the Churchs Mission.
(Matthew 26:40) Sign up for an hour of Perpetual Adoration TODAY! The second stage came when, after Jesus Ascension, once they were enlightened by the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, the Apostles preached boldly, not in weakness. Tons of Catholic content! Certainly, the Apostles did not hide that fact in their preaching. They wanted everyone to have access to the mystery of Gods life through faith in Jesus and through baptism. The precise dates of her birth and death are unknown, but we do know she was present As we continue journeying through the prophets, Fr. Use this QR code to give a donation to JGS. Today we also begin reading Pre-K & Kindergarten Family Faith Enrichment Sources, Small Faith Communities/Bible Study Groups, Northern and Central Louisiana Interfaith, JGS Soup Kitchen (formerly Meals on Wheels), https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0f4bafa92da1f5cf8-perpetual, If you would like to join our church or if you are an existing member and you need to change some of your information, you can conveniently complete the, Click here to donate online to JGS Church, On World Day of Prayer for the Sanctification of Priests, On COVID-19 2.2.22 A Letter from Bishop Francis Malone, On COVID-19 1.26.22 - A letter from Bishop Francis Malone, On the SYNOD - a letter from Bishop Francis Malone. No password needed! A good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep (Jn 10:11). After Jesus death and resurrection, however, Peter and the others came to understand these words, especially where Jesus explicitly says of himself: I am the good shepherd. The Church teaches about three stages of the formation regarding the canonical (meaning accepted as inspired by God and read in the liturgy) Gospels in the Catechism (CCC, No. The Gospels continue to teach us about the life and teaching of Jesus. "Make hospitality your special care" (Romans 12:13). Sunday Mass 8:00 a.m. and 9:45 is live-streamed on the JGS Facebook or YouTube pagesMASS TIMES, Saturday Vigil - 4:30 PM | Sunday - 8 AM, 9:45 AM (Summer Schedule)Daily Mass Mon-Sat 8:00 AM (Monday is a Eucharistic Service)Saturday Confessions 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (follow the signs as you enter the front doors; please wear a mask)Holy Days as Announced, JGS Teens pictured with a statue of The Virgin Mary while on the summer trip in Lafayette, Tennessee , Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 1601 W Mt. Depending on the witness of the Apostles who were with Jesus, called by Jesus to form his intimate circle of companions and to be the foundation of his Church who passed on what Jesus said and did. "Set out into the deep" (Luke 5:4). 126).
For you had gone astray like sheep, but you have now returned to the shepherd and guardian of your souls (2:24-25). Adoration will end at 1 pm tomorrow (Fri) and will be closed through the weekend (Sat & Sun).
For example, after the cleansing of the temple, John wrote, giving us just one example of how a word spoken by Jesus could only be understood in the light of later events: Jesus answered and said to them, Destroy this temple and in three days I will raise it up. The Jews said, This temple has been under construction for forty-six years,* and you will raise it up in three days? But he was speaking about the temple of his body. The first stage simply relates to the life and teaching of Jesus. Therefore, when he was raised from the dead, his disciples remembered that he had said this, and they came to believe the scripture and the word Jesus had spoken (Jn 2: 19-22).