Jesus calls himself the "Good Shepherd." Padre illustrates how the work of the Good Shepherd is still being carried out by people all over the world who work in service of others.

The Apostles hid behind closed doors out of fear even after Jesus rose from the dead. When Jesus came to them, he brought a message of peace. How can we find peace in such a turbulent time? Padre shares lesson from a Native American rite of passage to remind us that even in the longest of nights, we are not left alone. 

During the COVID-19 global health crisis, Padre reminds us of the hope of the Resurrection.

This year, we accompany Jesus on the road of suffering. Padre reminds us that even before the suffering of the COVID-19 pandemic, Christ has suffered though the lives of the poor and marginalized. We are called to remember that each and every human matters and must be served. 

On Holy Thursday, Jesus washed the feet of his disciples as a sign of service. Padre asks us to consider how we can wash the feet of those in need during the COVID-19 global pandemic. 

Jesus entered Jerusalem amidst shouts of "Hosanna," and just a few days later is condemned to death on the cross. This year, we walk with Jesus along the suffering road to Easter. Padre invites us to "reach deep into our faith" as we begin the celebration of Holy Week: the celebration of the Paschal Mystery. 

Jesus called Lazarus from the grave and also calls us to live in hope and "come out" in various ways of service - even from home during days of social distancing. 

With the rise of the COVID-19 global pandemic, the pastor of two small Catholic churches in southwest Michigan reaches out to his congregation with messages of hope in the Word of God.