Jesus Heals a Centurion’s Servant

Reflection on the Gospel of the Monday Of The Twenty-Fourth Week In Ordinary Time   Luke 7:1-10 “..only say the word…” What marvellous expression of faith. This Centurion was expressing something that he was well acquainted with – i.e. taking orders, and giving orders. Working with orders is quite common in the army, and orders […]

Jesus Heals a Centurion’s Servant

Reflection on the Gospel of the Monday In The Twenty-Fourth Week In Ordinary Time Luke 7:1-10 Who is this Centurion, surely not a Jew.  He is a Roman, holding a high position of authority in the Roman Military.  He seems to be a good human being as he cares for his servant who is so […]