May 10, 2022 Tuesday of the Fourth Week of Easter

 2022년 5월 10일 부활 제4주간 화요일  

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제1독서

<그들은 그리스계 사람들에게도 주 예수님의 복음을 전하였다.>

사도행전 11,19-26
그 무렵 19 스테파노의 일로 일어난 박해 때문에 흩어진 이들이
페니키아와 키프로스와 안티오키아까지 가서, 유다인들에게만 말씀을 전하였다.
20 그들 가운데에는 키프로스 사람들과 키레네 사람들도 있었는데,
이들이 안티오키아로 가서 그리스계 사람들에게도 이야기하면서
주 예수님의 복음을 전하였다.
21 주님의 손길이 그들을 보살피시어 많은 수의 사람이 믿고 주님께 돌아섰다.

22 예루살렘에 있는 교회는 그들에 대한 소문을 듣고,
바르나바를 안티오키아로 가라고 보냈다.
23 그곳에 도착한 바르나바는 하느님의 은총이 내린 것을 보고 기뻐하며,
모두 굳센 마음으로 주님께 계속 충실하라고 격려하였다.
24 사실 바르나바는 착한 사람이며 성령과 믿음이 충만한 사람이었다.
그리하여 수많은 사람이 주님께 인도되었다.
25 그 뒤에 바르나바는 사울을 찾으려고 타르수스로 가서,
26 그를 만나 안티오키아로 데려왔다.
그들은 만 일 년 동안 그곳 교회 신자들을 만나며 수많은 사람을 가르쳤다.
이 안티오키아에서 제자들이 처음으로 ‘그리스도인’이라고 불리게 되었다. 

 

복음

<아버지와 나는 하나다.>

요한. 10,22-30
22 그때에 예루살렘에서는 성전 봉헌 축제가 벌어지고 있었다. 때는 겨울이었다.
23 예수님께서는 성전 안에 있는 솔로몬 주랑을 거닐고 계셨는데,
24 유다인들이 그분을 둘러싸고 말하였다.
“당신은 언제까지 우리 속을 태울 작정이오?
당신이 메시아라면 분명히 말해 주시오.”
25 그러자 예수님께서 그들에게 대답하셨다.
“내가 이미 말하였는데도 너희는 믿지 않는다.
내가 내 아버지의 이름으로 하는 일들이 나를 증언한다.
26 그러나 너희는 믿지 않는다. 너희가 내 양이 아니기 때문이다.
27 내 양들은 내 목소리를 알아듣는다.
나는 그들을 알고 그들은 나를 따른다.
28 나는 그들에게 영원한 생명을 준다.
그리하여 그들은 영원토록 멸망하지 않을 것이고,
또 아무도 그들을 내 손에서 빼앗아 가지 못할 것이다.
29 그들을 나에게 주신 내 아버지께서는 누구보다도 위대하시어,
아무도 그들을 내 아버지의 손에서 빼앗아 갈 수 없다.
30 아버지와 나는 하나다.” 

May 10, 2022

Tuesday of the Fourth Week of Easter 

Daily Readings — Audio

Daily Reflections — Video

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Reading 1

Acts 11:19-26

Those who had been scattered by the persecution
that arose because of Stephen
went as far as Phoenicia, Cyprus, and Antioch,
preaching the word to no one but Jews.
There were some Cypriots and Cyrenians among them, however,
who came to Antioch and began to speak to the Greeks as well,
proclaiming the Lord Jesus. 
The hand of the Lord was with them
and a great number who believed turned to the Lord. 
The news about them reached the ears of the Church in Jerusalem,
and they sent Barnabas to go to Antioch.
When he arrived and saw the grace of God,
he rejoiced and encouraged them all
to remain faithful to the Lord in firmness of heart,
for he was a good man, filled with the Holy Spirit and faith.
And a large number of people was added to the Lord. 
Then he went to Tarsus to look for Saul,
and when he had found him he brought him to Antioch. 
For a whole year they met with the Church
and taught a large number of people,
and it was in Antioch that the disciples
were first called Christians.

 

Responsorial Psalm

Ps 87:1b-3, 4-5, 6-7

R. (117:1a) All you nations, praise the Lord.
or:
R. Alleluia.
His foundation upon the holy mountains
the LORD loves:
The gates of Zion
more than any dwelling of Jacob.
Glorious things are said of you,
O city of God!
R. All you nations, praise the Lord.
or:
R. Alleluia.
I tell of Egypt and Babylon
among those who know the LORD;
Of Philistia, Tyre Ethiopia:
“This man was born there.”
And of Zion they shall say:
“One and all were born in her;
And he who has established her
is the Most High LORD.”
R. All you nations, praise the Lord.
or:
R. Alleluia.
They shall note, when the peoples are enrolled:
“This man was born there.”
And all shall sing, in their festive dance:
“My home is within you.”
R. All you nations, praise the Lord.
or:
R. Alleluia.

Gospel

Jn 10:22-30

The feast of the Dedication was taking place in Jerusalem.
It was winter. 
And Jesus walked about in the temple area on the Portico of Solomon. 
So the Jews gathered around him and said to him,
“How long are you going to keep us in suspense? 
If you are the Christ, tell us plainly.” 
Jesus answered them, “I told you and you do not believe.
The works I do in my Father’s name testify to me.
But you do not believe, because you are not among my sheep.
My sheep hear my voice;
I know them, and they follow me. 
I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish. 
No one can take them out of my hand. 
My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all,
and no one can take them out of the Father’s hand. 
The Father and I are one.”

http://onlineministries.creighton.edu/CollaborativeMinistry/daily.html

 

 During my undergraduate summers, I had the absolute pleasure of working on a dude ranch. My boss’s wife kept a herd of goats that roamed free on the property, and we only rounded them up for health checks a few times a year. But the property was vast, with many places for little goats to hide, not to mention the fact that goats are so hard to herd! They run away from the slightest threat, and usually keep to themselves. How could we find them all? Well… we did not have to. My boss’s wife called to them, they knew her voice, and came when she called. It was a magnificent thing to see - hundreds of goats emerging from the woods to come to the one person they knew and trusted. Witnessing this reminded me of the scripture passage that is today’s gospel reading.  Instead of goats, we are sheep following God, our shepherd. However, there is one major difference that stands out to me: we are not always so trusting of God’s voice.

The relationship between a shepherd and their flock is one that fascinates me. A good shepherd has the best interests of the flock in mind, and the flock trusts in the care of the shepherd. This relationship is built on familiarity and consistency. The animals learn how to identify the shepherd and find solace in the care provided.  The gospel reading today gives some insight as to how this dynamic can be enriching to us as followers of Christ. Throughout our lives, we learn to hear God’s call and trust in the love He has for us. Leaning into this relationship can give us opportunities to flourish. What things may we be able to accomplish if we fully accepted all the gifts that come with being a part of the Lord’s flock?

Dear God our Shepherd, give me the strength to hear and to heed your call. Help me to be a sheep that brings others to your flock, and to trust in the relationship with you, our shepherd, rather than ask for proof of who you are.

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FAITH IS SPELLED R-I-S-K

“News of this eventually reached the ears of the church in Jerusalem, resulting in Barnabas’ being sent to Antioch.” —Acts 11:22

St. Barnabas “was a good man filled with the Holy Spirit and faith” (Acts 11:24). The Lord called him to live his faith in high-risk situations.

We first hear of Barnabas (at that time named Joseph) selling his farm and laying the proceeds at the apostles’ feet (Acts 4:36-37). If you did such a thing, would you be taking a risk? What if the Church did not provide for you? What if you lost everything?

Barnabas’ next great act of faith was his courage in accepting the newly converted Saul, a former killer of Christians. Barnabas was the only disciple in Jerusalem not afraid of Saul (Acts 9:26-27). Many thought it likely that Saul’s conversion was only a ploy to kill more Christians (see Acts 9:26). Yet Barnabas, by faith, took the risk.

Next, we hear of Barnabas being chosen by the church of Jerusalem to discern the authenticity of Gentiles in Antioch being converted to the Lord. Barnabas “rejoiced to see the evidence of God’s favor. He encouraged them all to remain firm in their commitment to the Lord” (Acts 11:23). This was an extremely controversial discernment, and Barnabas would later be severely persecuted for this discernment (see Acts 13:46, 50).

Barnabas later led the first Christian missionary journey (Acts 13:2ff). He could have easily been killed. He was risking his life again and walking by faith.

Are you a man or woman of faith? Are you risking accordingly?

Prayer:  Father, make me free, fearless, unmanipulated, and unintimidated.

Promise:  “No one shall snatch [My sheep] out of My hand.” —Jn 10:28

Praise:  St. Damien gave dignity, the Eucharist, and ultimately, his life to those lepers he served on the island of Moloka’i.

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 How secure is your faith and trust in God? Scripture describes God's word as a "lamp for our feet and a light for our steps"(Psalm 119:105). The Jewish Feast of the Dedication is also called the Festival of Lights or Hanakkuh. This feast was held in late December, near the time when Christians celebrate the feast of Christmas. This is the time of year when the day is shortest and the night longest. Jesus used this occasion to declare that he is the true light of the world (John 8:12). In his light we can see who God truly is and we can find the true path to heaven.

Our true and lasting security rests in Jesus alone
Jesus speaks of the tremendous trust he has in God his Father and the tremendous trust we ought to have in him because he is our good shepherd (John 10:11). Sheep without a shepherd are defenseless against prey, such as wolves, and often get lost and bewildered without a guide. That is why shepherds literally live with their sheep out in the open field and mountain sides. The shepherd guards his sheep from the dangers of storms, floods, and beasts of prey. The shepherd leads his sheep to the best places for feeding and the best streams for drinking. He finds the best place for their rest and safety at night. The sheep recognize the voice of their shepherd and heed his call when he leads them to safe pasture and rest.

Listen to the Good Shepherd and you will not go astray
We are very much like sheep who stray, we become easy prey to forces which can destroy us - sin, Satan, and a world in opposition to God and his people. The Lord Jesus came not only to free us from Satan's snares and the grip of sin, he came to personally lead us to the best of places where we can feed on his "word of life" and drink from the "living waters" of his Holy Spirit. The sheep who heed the voice of Jesus, the good shepherd, have no fear. He leads them to the best of places - everlasting peace, joy, and fellowship with God and his people.

In this present life we will encounter trials, difficulties, and persecution. We can face them alone or we can follow Jesus, the true shepherd, who will bring us safely through every difficulty to the place of peace and security with God. Do you listen to the voice of the Good Shepherd and heed his commands?

Lord Jesus, you are the Good Shepherd who secures what is best for us. I place all my hope and trust in you. Open my ears to hear your voice today and to follow your commands.

Psalm 87:1-7

1 On the holy mount stands the city he founded;
2 the LORD loves the gates of Zion more than all the dwelling places of Jacob.
3 Glorious things are spoken of you, O city of God. [Selah]
4 Among those who know me I mention Rahab and Babylon; behold, Philistia and Tyre, with Ethiopia -- "This one was born there," they say.
5 And of Zion it shall be said, "This one and that one were born in her"; for the Most High himself will establish her.
6 The LORD records as he registers the peoples, "This one was born there." [Selah]
7 Singers and dancers alike say, "All my springs are in you."

Daily Quote from the Early Church Fathers: The Great might of Christ's hand, by Clement of Alexandria, 150-215 A.D.

"The faithful also have the help of Christ, and the devil is not able to snatch them. Those who have an endless enjoyment of good things remain in Christ's hand, no one thereafter snatching them away from the bliss that is given to them. [No one can throw them] into punishment or torments. For it is not possible that those who are in Christ's hand should be snatched away to be punished because of the great might Christ has. For 'the hand' in the divine Scripture signifies 'the power'" It cannot be doubted therefore that the hand of Christ is unconquerable and mighty to all things." (excerpt from the COMMENTARY ON THE GOSPEL OF JOHN 7.1)

  

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