A Jewish shepherd is very much concerned about his sheep. The shepherd goes behind the flock to protect the same from the mouths of lions and lays down his life. He keeps a 24 hour vigil over the ...

VATICAN CITY — On Wednesday, Pope Francis said the Parable of the Good Shepherd is a key example of God’s mercy, because it represents the depth of the Lord’s concern in ensuring that no one is lost.

Jesus was often accused of hanging out with those who were considered sinners, and on one occasion when the religious elite were berating Jesus for welcoming and eating with undesirables, he told them ...