Gospel Reflections

When Jesus teaches in his own synagogue, the people refuse to accept him. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.

Today we celebrate the faith of Peter and Paul who were brave enough to give their lives for the good news and to proclaim it to the whole world. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.

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.

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.

In this Sunday’s reading we hear about the reaction to Jesus’ activity, from his family and from the religious authorities – and his response to it. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.