John’s Gospel and Lenten Themes

During Lent, the parish’s Lifelong Learning Coordination Group, is hosting a three-part series presented by Br Dr Paul Creevy FMS exploring John’s Gospel and Lenten Themes. The sessions will be held on Thursday evenings from 7.00 pm to 8.30 pm in the Gathering Space at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, Deepdene.

Event Details

26 February: “Come and See” (John 1:38)
In this presentation, the invitation to participate in the journey into faith in Jesus as the Messiah, the Son of God, is investigated.

5 March: “It is accomplished” (John 19:30)
In this presentation, we will explore John’s unique contribution to the Passion narrative of Jesus.

12 March: “Who Are You Looking For?” (John 18,5,7; 20:15)
In this presentation, we will explore John’s unique contribution to the burial, empty tomb and appearance narrative associated with Jesus’ resurrection.

Br Paul is a Marist Brother who completed his doctoral students in Scripture, majoring in John’s Gospel at KU Leuven in Belgium. He lectures in Biblical Studies, Biblical Languages and Systematic Theology at Yarra Theological College and Catholic Theological College, within the University of Divinity. His most recent book is ‘In the Garden There Was a New Tomb: A Reading of John 19:38-20:29’.