Holy Trinity Catholic Church
On this Good Shepherd Sunday, Deacon Pat Hessel delivers a powerful reflection on what it truly means to call Jesus our shepherd. While we may find comfort in images of Jesus rescuing lost sheep, this homily confronts the deeper challenge: are we willing to imitate Him? Drawing a sharp contrast between Jesus’ compassionate power and the Pharisees’ self-preserving authority, Deacon Pat urges us to use our own influence—however small—for the sake of the poor, the forgotten, and the wounded. Through stories of parishioners reaching out to prisons, shelters, and the streets, we’re reminded that Christian faith isn’t about status, but about service. We are called not just to admire Jesus—but to follow Him.
