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.
Gospel Reflections
‘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.
‘The Word was made flesh and lived among us’
John the evangelist calls Jesus ‘the Word’, for in him God has spoken his fullest word to the human race. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘‘They all ate as much as they wanted’’
The story of the feeding of the five thousand can be understood in various ways, but the most powerful interpretation is that it prepares us for the gift of himself which Jesus will give in death. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘You are Peter, and on this rock I will build my Church’
The words of Jesus to Peter in Matthew’s gospel are words of assurance, for it is Christ who will build the Church and Christ who endows Peter with authority. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘His name is John’
The birth of John the Baptist is a most significant landmark in the history of salvation. He will be the herald of God’s loving mercy. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘Make disciples of all the nations’
In the last meeting with his disciples, Jesus speaks authoritatively about their mission to the whole world and gives them an assurance of his continuing presence. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘Destroy this sanctuary, and in three days I will raise it up’
After his death and resurrection, the full import of Jesus’ words will become apparent. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘My eyes have seen the salvation which you have prepared’
In this reading about the presentation of Jesus in the Temple, His future path is foreseen by Simeon and Anna and His mother’s pain is also foretold. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘She treasured all these things and pondered them in her heart’
Today we are asked to focus on the role and on the behaviour of Mary, the mother of the Messiah. Her courageous and generous response to God’s invitation was a turning point in history. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.