Prayer for Good Shepherd Sunday
O Jesus, our Good Shepherd,
you know each of us by name and call us to follow you.
You lead us with love, protect us from harm,
and lay down your life so that we may have life in abundance.
We thank you for your constant care and faithful presence.
When we are lost, you seek us;
when we are weak, you carry us;
when we are afraid, you guide us with your gentle voice.
Help us to listen more closely to you each day,
to trust in your guidance,
and to follow wherever you lead.
Teach us to reflect your love
by caring for others with compassion and kindness.
We pray especially for our shepherds in the Church—
for the Pope, bishops, and priests—
that they may lead with wisdom, humility, and courage.
Strengthen all who are called to serve,
and inspire new vocations to the priesthood and religious life.
O Good Shepherd, keep us always in your care,
gather us into one flock,
and lead us safely to the joy of eternal life.
Amen.