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Gospel for March 17 2024 - John 12:20-33


Gospel Reflections for March 17 2024

We want to see Jesus…

This Gospel could have been written today.

After decades of oppressive Roman rule and heavy taxation, the suffering Jewish people are desperately looking for someone who will set them free. 

After a year of political campaigning Americans are also looking for leaders that will bring safety and economic prosperity to our country.

It is a familiar story. When feeling sick or oppressed we look for someone who will make it all better. Jesus sees that same desperation in the eyes of Phillip and Andrew in today’s Gospel. He hears that even local pagans are looking for someone who will make their lives better. Jesus deeply feels their pain. He came precisely to make things better. 

Earlier in this same Gospel (John 1:39) is the moment when Andrew first met Jesus and asked if He was the Messiah. Jesus simply replied... Continue Reading >>

God Bless!

Fr. Dave