Lesson 17 Good Shepherd Jesus is the Good Shepherd. Catechism Connections Lesson Topics Good Shepherd Jesus Our Lady of Fatima Sacred Art Essential Lessons Lesson Vocabulary Shepherd: One who tends and feeds a flock of sheep. Jesus is called the “Good Shepherd” because Jesus loves us, cares for us, and leads us just as a shepherd cares for and leads His flock. Plan May, Lesson 17 Teacher's Handout pdf Teach Our Lady of Fatimapng Extend Good Shepherd Extras