The Fourth Sunday of Easter – 25 April 2021

The Fourth Sunday of Easter – 25 April 2021

Today’s Gospel reading is the second parable with a shepherding theme set out in chapter 10 of John’s Gospel. Jesus is arguing with those described by John as ‘the Jews’. The first[1] is the parable about the shepherd entering the sheepfold through the door, whereas anybody climbing in otherwise is a thief and robber. This parable was not understood by his audience, so he went on to tell them the parable we heard today.

Third Sunday of Easter – Bodily Resurrection (18th April 2021)

Third Sunday of Easter – Bodily Resurrection (18th April 2021)

Be joyful today because God has told us a little of the mystery – as we repent and believe in Jesus Christ, we will come to share in His resurrection. Death will have no sting because it has been swallowed up in the victory of the resurrection and the life everlasting. Amen.