Questions of the Week

Theme: Jesus is the Good Shepherd.

Breaking Open the Word
Suggested text for faith sharing: Today’s Gospel

Step One: Listen to the Word
As you hear this lovely reading about Jesus as shepherd, what words or phrases strike you? What in this reading touches your heart?

Step Two: Look into Your Life

Question for Children: Jesus tells us he is the Good Shepherd, but how do you experience God guiding and protecting you?

Question for Youth: How do you feel about Jesus' being your shepherd? What does it mean to you that he lays down his life for you?

Question for Adults: What qualities of God does the image of the Good Shepherd suggest? How do you experience God in this way?