The Good Shepherd and St. Pio – Building a Kingdom of Love with Msgr. John Esseff – Discerning Hearts Podcast

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Msgr. John Esseff discusses the significance of the Good Shepherd and the transformation of the apostles, emphasizing the role of believers as shepherds and the power of prayer through St. Padre Pio's intercession.

The Good Shepherd and St. Pio – Building a Kingdom of Love with Msgr. John Esseff Msgr. John Esseff reflects on the significance of the fourth Sunday of Easter and the Gospel passage about the Good Shepherd and the apostles’ transformation into instruments of Christ’s work. The role of believers as shepherds in their respective capacities echoes Christ’s sacrificial love for his flock. Msgr. Esseff also includes a prayer for healing invoking St. Padre Pio’s intercession: one that reminds us of the power of Christ’s crucifixion as a symbol of salvation and healing. Discerning Hearts Reflection Questions: Post-Resurrection Transformation: How does the podcast describe the apostles’ transformation after Jesus’ resurrection? Role of Shepherds: How can individuals fulfill their roles as shepherds in their families, communities, and professions? Sacrificial Love of Christ: How can believers emulate Christ’s love in their interactions with others? Significance of the Good Shepherd: Why is the image of Jesus as the Good Shepherd important in Christian theology? Prayer and Intercession: Reflect on the significance of prayer and…

People in this episode

Guest: Msgr. John Esseff

Topics covered

• Good Shepherd
• St. Pio
• apostles' transformation
• sacrificial love
• prayer and intercession

Keywords

• Good Shepherd
• St. Padre Pio
• apostles
• sacrificial love
• prayer
• healing
• Christian theology

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Good Shepherd, Gospel

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