The title and plot play on the biblical concept of the "Good Shepherd" (John 10:11), ironically casting a literal wolf as the shepherd of a literal flock of sheep.
The episode explores how a group of docile individuals can be manipulated by a charismatic leader, but also how they can turn into a violent collective when provoked. [S2E5] The Good Shepherd
Reverend Lance Calvin, a predatory Blutbad (wolf-like creature), leads a congregation of Seelengut (docile, sheep-like creatures). Calvin claims that a parishioner stole church funds, but Nick suspects the Reverend is manipulating his "flock". The title and plot play on the biblical
It is revealed that Reverend Calvin and his assistant, Megan, killed two previous accountants to steal the money. After Megan discovers Calvin has been unfaithful, she exposes his crimes to the congregation. The normally peaceful Seelengut undergo a "herd mentality" transformation and mob Calvin, ultimately killing him. Calvin claims that a parishioner stole church funds,