In this reading Jesus responds to the Saducees, who do not believe in the resurrection of the dead.
Gospel Reflections
‘This man too is a son of Abraham’
In this story about Zacchaeus, Jesus declares that the purpose of his coming is ‘to seek out and save what was lost’. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘I have found my sheep that was lost’
These parables teach us about the joy of God at the repentance of the sinner – and that he forgives in an outstanding way. Could we do the same? Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘No one who looks back is fit for the kingdom of God’
This reading focuses on the beginning of the journey of Jesus to Jerusalem, the place of his passion and death on the cross, and of his resurrection. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘It is the Lord’
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.
‘No prophet is ever accepted in his own country’
In this reading the people of Nazareth react in annoyance, reject Jesus and threaten physical violence. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘Mary treasured all these things and pondered them in her heart’
Mary’s fiat is a turning point in history for it enables the Son of God to become a human being – and is an example to all who endeavour to follow Jesus. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘A light that shines in the dark’
The darkness of sin and death cannot overcome the light of Christ. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects on this week’s Scripture readings.
‘The Word was made flesh and lived among us’
The feast of Christ’s birth invites us to renew our faith and welcome the Word of light into our lives again. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘Little girl, I tell you to get up’
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.