He who has my commandments and keeps them, he it is who loves me; and he who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I will love him and manifest myself to him.
Today, the fourth Sunday of Easter. Good Shepherd Sunday is the day chosen as the World Day of Prayer for Vocations to the Priesthood and Consecrated Life.
O Holy Spirit, Spirit of wisdom and divine love,
impart Your knowledge, understanding,
and counsel to youth
that they may know the vocation wherein they can best serve God.
Give them courage and strength to follow God's holy will.
Guide their uncertain steps, strengthen their resolutions,
shield their chastity, fashion their minds,
conquer their hearts, and lead them to the vineyards