This account of the raising of Jairus’ daughter invites us to reflect on the gift of eternal life promised us by Jesus. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
Gospel Reflections
‘How is it that you have no faith?’
The miracle in this reading shows the power of Jesus over natural forces, as his words calm the sea and the winds – filling his disciples with awe. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘What is the kingdom of God like?’
The parables in this week’s reading are concerned with growth – and one in particular conveys the message that the work of the kingdom of God is mysterious and profound. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘This is my body; this is my blood’
It is against the background of Jesus’ approaching death that we gain a deeper understanding of his actions at the Last Supper. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘Baptise them in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit’
In the commission Jesus gives to his disciples he refers to the doctrine of the Holy Trinity – the revelation of God as Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘As the Father sent me, so am I sending you’
While the first reading from the Acts of the Apostles gives an account of the day of Pentecost, this gospel relates a quieter and more intimate demonstration of the power of the Spirit. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘Consecrate them in the truth’
As Jesus prepares to leave his disciples, he prays that they be kept true to his name, acknowledging that the world is not a comfortable place for people of faith. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘Love one another as I have loved you’
The farewell teaching of Jesus to his friends on the night before he died focuses on love – not simply love of God and love of neighbour, as in the other gospels, but love which imitates the love Jesus himself has shown. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘Follow me and I will make you into fishers of men’
In this reading we hear how the first disciples respond immediately to Jesus’ summons, leaving their work and their family ties behind without reluctance. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘He let his glory be seen’
The transformation of the water into wine in this week’s reading tells us that Jesus brings a new time, a time of richness and fulfilment. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.