FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
May 8, 2022
AS WE GATHER
O blessed mystery! The Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, is also the Good Shepherd who gives His life for the sheep. The risen Lord Jesus is alive and present among His people as the Good Shepherd using His Word and Sacraments to care for us. Through His continuing presence and ministry, Jesus leads His people to our eternal home in His nearer presence, where the Lamb, who is our Shepherd, will guide us to streams of living water and wipe away every tear from our eyes.
BIBLE READINGS
FIRST READING: Acts 20:17–35 (Paul with the Ephesian elders)
SECOND READING: Revelation 7:9–17
(John sees the Lamb who was slain, now reigning on His throne.)
HOLY GOSPEL: John 10:22–30 (Jesus affirms that no one can snatch His flock from His care.)