Jesus is stating that fruit and access to the Father will be through his Name. All through Christ.

As faithful Catholics, we should respect the Pope and read his teachings.

To abide in Christ, means care to maintain the “soil” of my heart good.

It’s ironic that our opening reading describes St. Paul pelted with stones to the point of death and Jesus talking about peace!

Do not let your hearts be troubled. That is easier said than done.

Jesus has a dream.

Joseph is the bridge through which that promise becomes reality in Christ.

A heart that leaves in fear can, over time, become a heart ready for mission.

“You are a mystery as deep as the sea; the more I search, the more I find, and the more I find the more I search for you” St. Catherine of Siena.

Our part is to listen to the voice of Jesus the Shepherd and follow him.