Gospel Reflections

The prayer of the widow in this parable represents the anguish of so many millions who cry out for justice and a resolution of the problems of the world. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.

In this reading Jesus heals ten lepers but is only thanked by one, a Samaritan. The others received God’s gifts without acknowledging the giver. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.

In this reading which continues the themes of faith and service, Jesus seems to be giving a warning about great expectations in the life of discipleship. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.

In this reading Jesus points to the desperate injustice of one man’s treatment of another, a theme which is as relevant today as it was then. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.

This parable does not call us to imitate the steward’s dishonesty but his astuteness. He quickly grasps how desperate his situation is and immediately seeks a solution. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.

Through Jesus’ death and resurrection, the cross, the traditional instrument of torture and death in the Roman empire, is transformed into the symbol of new life, a symbol of triumph and exaltation. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.

In this reading Jesus’ stark language implies that if we want to be his disciples, we must prefer nothing and nobody to following him. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.

In this reading Jesus uses the situation to teach the right attitude to have as a guest and as a host, demonstrating his teaching through his own everyday behaviour. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.

In this reading Jesus makes clear that simply to have heard and known about him is not enough to save us – it is our response to his call that matters. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.

Jesus’ blunt and challenging language in this reading conveys a profound truth, for the consequence of his preaching will be division, even within families. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.