Tuesday of the Fourth Week of Easter May 4, 2004 Scripture: Acts 11:19-26; John 10:22-30 Reflection: After the death of Stephen, both Jews and gentiles were converted through the preaching of the disciples. Barnabas came to Jerusalem searching for Paul and brought him to Antioch. Here the disciples were called Christians for the first time. While Jesus was teaching in the Jerusalem Temple, the people asked, “Are you the Messiah?” Jesus answered that he had revealed himself many times by his deeds in their midst. They, however, were not convinced by deeds and they tried to have him declare that he was the Messiah. He in turn reminded them that they did not know him because they did not hear his voice and follow his teachings. They were not his sheep or they would follow him. Suggested Action: Recall your actions of the day and thank God for leading you to him. Sr. M. St. Francis Lyons, IHM Scranton, Pennsylvania

Graphic: Sr. Anselm McShea, IHM