Born of Many Nations: Finding Home in God's Voice | Daily Readings | May 13, 2025

May 13, 2025 - Daily Catholic Lectionary Readings for Tuesday of the Fourth Week of Easter

Experience the revolutionary moment when followers of Jesus were first called "Christians" in cosmopolitan Antioch. Discover how this boundary-crossing community redefined belonging based not on ethnicity, geography, or family lineage, but on recognizing the Shepherd's voice. Journey from scattered believers to a movement that transcends traditional divisions.

Our reflection explores:
1. How the persecuted church expanded beyond cultural boundaries after Stephen's martyrdom
2. Why Barnabas recognized divine grace at work among unexpected people and places
3. The astonishing vision of Psalm 87 where former enemies become native citizens of Zion
4. What it means to find security not in walls but in the Shepherd's unbreakable grasp

Readings covered:
Acts 11:19-26; Psalm 87:1b-3, 4-5, 6-7; John 10:22-30

Timeline:
00:00 Introduction
00:15 Reading I
01:25 Psalm Response
04:32 Gospel
05:23 Reflection

Perfect for anyone navigating cultural differences, questioning where they truly belong, seeking to understand Christian identity beyond borders, or wondering how to maintain unity amid diversity.

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