The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple has a profound significance. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
Gospel Reflections
‘I am the handmaid of the Lord’
At the very heart of this week’s gospel is the request of God to Mary and her generous response. Her willingness to do God’s will makes her the first of Jesus’ disciples, and the Mother of the Church. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘Make a straight way for the Lord’
In this reading we hear about John the Baptist and how he acts as a witness for the light. Fr Adrian reflects.
‘A voice cries in the wilderness’
In this week’s reading we hear about the preaching of John the Baptist: like the prophets before him, he urges a change of heart among the people. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘I say to all: Stay awake!’
The verses we hear in this first Advent reading repeatedly encourage us to be watchful for the Lord’s coming. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘I was a stranger and you made me welcome’
In this week’s reading we are invited to loving service of our brothers and sisters, especially of those in greatest need. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘To everyone who has will be given more’
The focus of the parable in this week’s reading is on the end of time and the question of how we have used our talents. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘Stay awake because you do not know either the day or the hour’
The parable of the foolish bridesmaids reminds us that we must not let ourselves be distracted from what is really important in our lives. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘Anyone who exalts himself will be humbled’
Jesus words in today’s reading reminds us that all people, including religious leaders, can be seduced by status. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘You must love the Lord your God with all your heart…and your neighbour as yourself’
In this reading Jesus responds to the Pharisees by drawing together all the commandments under two headings: love of God and love of neighbour. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.