Parish of the Good Shepherd

09/05/2026

🌟✨ 𝘾𝘼𝙏𝙃𝙊𝙇𝙄𝘾 𝘿𝘼𝙄𝙇𝙔 𝙍𝙀𝙁𝙇𝙀𝘾𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉𝙎 ✨🌟
📖 Gospel: Luke 6:1–5
✨ Theme: Putting Love at the Centre of Faith

Our faith is not simply about following rules; it is about loving God and loving others. Jesus reminds us that God’s commandments are meant to lead us towards love, mercy, and holiness, not to make our hearts cold or judgmental. It is possible to do many religious things while forgetting the love that should inspire them. Let everything you do for God flow from a sincere heart. When love becomes the centre of our faith, our prayers, sacrifices, and obedience become meaningful and pleasing to God.

09/04/2026

🌟✨ 𝘾𝘼𝙏𝙃𝙊𝙇𝙄𝘾 𝘿𝘼𝙄𝙇𝙔 𝙍𝙀𝙁𝙇𝙀𝘾𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉𝙎 ✨🌟
📖 Gospel: Luke 5:33–39
✨ Theme: Allowing God to Change You

Following Jesus means being willing to grow and change. Sometimes we hold tightly to old habits, attitudes, fears, or ways of thinking, even when God is inviting us into something better. Jesus teaches us that new w**e needs fresh w**eskins. In the same way, a renewed life requires an open and willing heart. Do not be afraid of the changes God is making in you. Let Him transform your thoughts, your choices, and your desires. When we surrender ourselves to Christ, He makes us new and leads us towards the person He created us to become.

09/03/2026

🌟✨ 𝘾𝘼𝙏𝙃𝙊𝙇𝙄𝘾 𝘿𝘼𝙄𝙇𝙔 𝙍𝙀𝙁𝙇𝙀𝘾𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉𝙎 ✨🌟
📖 Gospel: Luke 5:1–11
✨ Theme: When Jesus Calls, Will You Answer?

Jesus called Peter and the others to leave what was familiar and follow Him. They had their boats, their nets, and their livelihood, yet when Jesus called, they were willing to let go and begin a new journey. Sometimes God calls us through unexpected opportunities, challenges, or quiet inspirations in our hearts. The question is not whether we feel ready, but whether we are willing to trust Him. When Jesus calls, do not allow fear, comfort, or uncertainty to hold you back. Answer Him with faith, courage, and a willing heart.

09/02/2026

08/31/2026

08/31/2026

🌟✨ 𝘾𝘼𝙏𝙃𝙊𝙇𝙄𝘾 𝘿𝘼𝙄𝙇𝙔 𝙍𝙀𝙁𝙇𝙀𝘾𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉𝙎 ✨🌟
📖 Gospel: Luke 4:16–30
✨ Theme: When God’s Truth Challenges Us

Jesus speaks the truth about God’s mission, but the people of Nazareth struggle to accept it. Sometimes, God’s Word challenges our comfort, expectations, and familiar ways of thinking. We may gladly receive the parts of Scripture that encourage us, but resist the parts that call us to change. Yet true faith requires an open heart willing to be corrected and transformed. When God’s truth challenges us, we should not run from it. Instead, we can humbly ask, “Lord, what are You calling me to change?”

08/31/2026

Blessing of the backpacks and faith formation registration night

08/29/2026

🌟✨ 𝘾𝘼𝙏𝙃𝙊𝙇𝙄𝘾 𝘿𝘼𝙄𝙇𝙔 𝙍𝙀𝙁𝙇𝙀𝘾𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉𝙎 ✨🌟
📖 Gospel: Matthew 25:1–13
✨ Theme: Your Lamp Must Keep Burning 🕯️

The ten virgins remind us that faith must be kept alive. It is not enough to begin well; we must continue to nurture our relationship with Christ through prayer, the Word of God, love, and perseverance. There may be moments when we feel tired, discouraged, or spiritually dry, but we must not allow our lamp to go out. The Bridegroom will come, and we must be ready. Keep trusting, keep praying, keep loving, and keep believing. Even when the night feels long, let your faith continue to shine.