Longnor BeneficeApr 12, 20202 minHoly week Reflection: Easter Day (John 20:1-18)We return to John’s Gospel, to the emphasis it brings on personal interaction. And here, the first personal resurrection appearance....
Longnor BeneficeApr 11, 20202 minHoly Week Reflection: Saturday (Matthew 27:57-66)St Matthew’s Gospel brings us another perspective on Jesus’ being placed in the tomb but also gives us a glimpse of the perspective of...
Longnor BeneficeApr 10, 20203 minHoly Week Reflection: Good Friday (John 18:1 – 19:42)Jesus said “It is finished” in his moments approaching death. But the love and respect his followers had for him did not cease in death.
Longnor BeneficeApr 9, 20202 minHoly Week Reflection: Maundy Thursday (John 13:1-35)Jesus’ action in washing his friends’ feet is symbolic, yet it also conveys a tenderness.
Longnor BeneficeApr 8, 20202 minHoly Week reflection: Wednesday (Luke 22:54-62)As the situation unfolds, following Jesus’ capture, Peter is reacting in the moment. It seems that others have deserted Jesus entirely...
Longnor BeneficeApr 7, 20202 minHoly Week Reflection: Tuesday (Luke 22:24-38)How important to you is the keeping of a promise or keeping your word? What would you be prepared to do for friends or family? How does...
Longnor BeneficeApr 5, 20202 minHoly Week Reflection: Monday (Luke 22:1-23)We cannot now physically offer one another direct contact as a sign of peace. And yet, we can still forgive or leave the matter in peace.