This parable contains a warning to listen and to respond, to produce a harvest of good works for God. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
Gospel Reflections
‘Which of the two did the father’s will?’
In this parable of the two sons, Jesus points out that many religious people pledge their loyalty in words but do not follow this up with actions. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘The last will be first, and the first, last’
This week’s parable about the labourers in the vineyard is an invitation to understand that the ways of God are not bound or limited by human standards. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘Forgive your brother from your heart’
In this week’s reading we are challenged to behave not as human beings do but in imitation of the very mercy of God. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘Whatever you bind on earth shall be considered bound in heaven’
This week’s reading focuses on ‘community’ and tells us that Christians have a responsibility to speak the truth in difficult circumstances. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘Anyone who loses his life for my sake will find it’
The lesson for Peter in this reading is a lesson for all. Whatever our position in the Church we must be open to the unexpected ways of God, ready to learn new things, not to prefer ‘man’s way’ to God’s. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘You are Peter and on this rock I will build my Church’
When Peter responds to the question that all Christians must answer, his profession of faith is followed by mission. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘‘Woman, you have great faith’’
This week’s reading demonstrates that while the initial priority of Jesus is to bring the gospel to his own people, the good news of the Kingdom is to be preached to all. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘Truly, you are the Son of God’
In this reading Jesus walks on the water and this extraordinary miracle, which seems to be a manifestation of his power, leads to a declaration of faith from the disciples. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.
‘This is my Son, the beloved’
The three disciples who witnessed the Transfiguration never forgot it, and it became a valuable part of the gospel witness to Jesus, assuring all faithful disciples of future glory. Fr Adrian Graffy reflects.