The image of Jesus as the Good Shepherd is more accessible to our imaginations and emotions. Because of Jesus’ humanity, our human nature has been opened to new life beyond the limits of our earthly, physical existence. By incorporation into his life at baptism, our humanity is united to his humanity and we are enabled to share in his risen life and his divinity. Abundant life is life with God, begun in us here and now, unfolding and active. This is our Easter faith. This is the joy of the Gospel
