John, the disciple, the friend…

During this Easter Season, the gospel texts present us the men and the women who have been the disciples of Jesus. Those who have been close to the Man of Nazareth share with us what they have known of him, and how what he said and what he did has […]

Easter, Year A

« The disciples had failed to understand… that he must rise from the dead. » (Jn.20:1-9) They had been with him for three years. They had heard him teach day in, day out. They had seen him cure so many people, even bringing dead people back to life. And yet… “They had […]

13th Sunday of the Year, C

Reading the gospel text for this Sunday (Lk.9:51-62, 13th Sunday, Year C) someone could explain with a touch of humour: “This is a mixed bag!” Indeed, we find in those few verses all kinds of ideas. More than one theme is presented to our reflection:     •    Jesus resolute march […]