In this reading Jesus walks on the water and this extraordinary miracle, which seems to be a manifestation of his power, leads to a declaration of faith from the disciples. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
Gospel Reflections
‘This is my Son, the beloved’
The three disciples who witnessed the Transfiguration never forgot it, and it became a valuable part of the gospel witness to Jesus, assuring all faithful disciples of future glory. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘The kingdom of heaven is like treasure’
The parables in this week’s gospel provide rich images of the teaching of Jesus – and remind us of the anguish of those who lose God. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘The parable of the darnel in the field’
This week’s reading suggests that Christians have to work out how to cope and not collude with the reality of sin all around them. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘Listen, anyone who has ears!’
This parable in this reading is all about hearing, about really listening, about responding and about bearing fruit. What kind of reception are we providing for God’s word? Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘Come to me, all you who labour and I will give you rest’
Jesus’ words in this reading show that the Messiah comes not to dominate and control but humbly to offer new life and strength. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘Anyone who loses his life for my sake will find it’
In this reading Jesus challenges all of us to put no other person before our faith in him. And we hear that how we treat others in this life, particularly the ‘little ones’, will bring us close to Jesus and to the one who sent him. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘What I say to you in the dark, tell in the daylight’
This gospel reading invites us to ponder on the thousands of Christians who have spoken up for their faith at the risk of losing their lives. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘You received without charge, give without charge’
The compassion that motivated Jesus must be our motivation too in offering the good news to others. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘I am the living bread which has come down from heaven’
In this week’s reading, Jesus focuses on the Eucharist, in which we receive repeatedly the once-and-for-all gift of the Bread of Life. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.