Gospel Reflections

Jesus is aware that his disciples will need help in keeping his word and promises them the help of the Holy Spirit. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.

This reading tells us that in Jesus’ death and resurrection the ‘glory’ of God, the self-giving, loving-kindness of God, has been revealed – and we must live according to a new commandment. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.

The gift of ‘eternal life’ is repeatedly promised in Jesus’ teaching in this gospel and here Jesus assures us that those who belong to him and listen to his voice can never be lost. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.

This reading shows us that the risen Christ retains his full humanity, including his concern for people in their day-to-day situations, however menial. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.

The reluctance of Thomas to believe without seeing provokes Jesus’ praise for those who do just that. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.

The gospel reading for Easter Sunday is John’s account of the discovery of the empty tomb. He is convinced of the resurrection without even seeing the risen Jesus. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.

Here Luke tells us not only of the compassion Jesus shows for others amid his own suffering but also of his trust at the moment of death. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.

Jesus’ words of forgiveness empower us – as they did the woman caught committing adultery – to stand erect, and to accept the challenge not to sin again. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects

The main message of the parable of the Prodigal Son is the contrasting attitude of the elder son, which is told for those who contest Jesus’ welcoming attitude to sinners. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.

In the first part of this gospel passage Jesus makes it clear that suffering is not necessarily brought about by sin, before stressing the need for repentance when we, like the fig tree in the parable, are lacking in ‘fruitfulness’. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.