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e are a Roman Catholic community of believers in Jesus Christ in Lincoln Park and surrounding areas, located in the Diocese of Paterson, New Jersey. Our Bishop is Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney. Please feel free to visit the pages of our Parish site, learn about who we are as a community of faith and the services our parish provides. If you are thinking about moving to the Lincoln Park area, we cordially invite you to make St. Joseph's your parish.
APRIL 28, 2024
5TH SUNDAY OF EASTER - TRUE VINE AND TRUE BRANCHES
In the Gospel of last week Jesus called Himself the Good Shepherd and spoke about his role as guide and protector of his flock. Those words are very comforting and reassuring. We know that he will care for us, that he will never leave us as orphans and that we can feel safe within his embrace. His words also speak about the great sacrifice that he must make. As the Good Shepherd, he gives his life for his sheep.
But Jesus doesn't stop there. In this week's Gospel he refers to himself as the "True Vine", and he presents us with quite a different emphasis, the focus of which is our role within this mystery.