All Lectionary Dates

First Story of Creation • Use at least three, or up to seven readings from the OT, but always include #3: 1) Gen 1:1—2:2 or 1, 26-31a; 2) Gen 22:1-18 or 1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18; 3) Exod 14:15—15:1; 4) Isa 54:5-14; 5) Isa 55:1-11; 6) Bar 3:9-15, 32-4:4; 7) Ezek 36:16-17a, 18-28

Responses after each OT Reading: 1) Ps 104:1-2, 5-6, 10+12, 13-14, 24+35 or Ps 33:4-5, 6-7, 12-13, 20-22; 2) Ps 16:5+8, 9-10, 11; 3) Exod 15:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 17-18; 4) Ps 30:2+4, 5-6, 11-12a+13b; 5) Isa 12:2-3, 4bcd, 5-6; 6) Ps 19:8, 9, 10, 11; 7) Ps 42:3, 5; 43:3, 4 or 51:12-13, 14-15, 18-19

The Testing of Abraham • NT Reading: Rom 6:3-11; Response after the Epistle: Psalm 118:1-2, 16-17, 22-23

The Women at the Tomb • Gospels for Years A, B, C: A) Matt 28:1-10; B) Mark 16:1-7; C) Luke 24:1-12

42: Made New by Christ ABC

Peter's Discourse • Acts 10:34a, 37-43

Ps 118:1-2, 16-17, 22-23

Mystical Death and Resurrection • Col 3:1-4

Peter and the Disciple at the Tomb • John 20:1-9

2nd Sunday of Easter

43: Encouraging Others A

Communal Life • Acts 2:42-47

Ps 118:2-4, 13-15, 22-24

Thanksgiving • 1 Pet 1:3-9

Appearance to the Disciples; Thomas • John 20:19-31

44: Following the Example of Jesus B

Life of the Christians • Acts 4:32-35

Ps 118:2-4, 13-15, 22-24

Belief in Jesus Christ • 1 John 5:1-6

Appearance to the Disciples • John 20:19-31

45: Living Without Fear C

Signs and Wonders • Acts 5:12-16

Ps 118:2-4, 13-15, 22-24

First Vision • Rev 1:9-11a, 12-13, 17-19

Appearance to the Disciples; Thomas • John 20:19-31

3rd Sunday of Easter

46: Recognizing the Lord A

Peter's Discourse • Acts 2:14, 22-33

Ps 16:1-2a+5, 7-8, 9-10, 11

Filial Obedience • 1 Pet 1:17-21

Emmaus • Luke 24:13-35

47: The Living Christ B

Peter's Discourse on Jesus' Resurrection • Acts 3:13-15, 17-19

Ps 4:2, 4, 7-8, 9

Keeping the Commandments • 1 John 2:1-5a

Jesus Appears to the Eleven • Luke 24:35-48

48: Feed My Sheep C

Disciples' Second Trial Before the Sanhedrin • Acts 5:27-32, 40b-41

Ps 30:2+4, 5-6, 11-12a+13b

Praise to the Lamb • Rev 5:11-14

Appearance at the Sea of Tiberias • John 21:1-19

4th Sunday of Easter

49: Called to Be Shepherds A

Peter's Discourse • Acts 2:14a, 36-41

Ps 23:1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6

For the Slave • 1 Pet 2:20b-25

The Good Shepherd • John 10:1-10

50: Called to Be Shepherds B

The Stone That Has Become the Cornerstone • Acts 4:8-12

Ps 118:1+8-9, 21-23, 26+21+29

Recognizing the Son • 1 John 3:1-2

The Good Shepherd • John 10:11-18

51: Protected by Christ C

Paul's and Barnabas' Address to the Gentiles • Acts 13:14, 43-52

Ps 100:1-2, 3, 5

Rejoicing of the Elect of Every Nation • Rev 7:9, 14b-17

Words at the Feast of the Dedication of the Temple • John 10:27-30

5th Sunday of Easter

52: Jesus, the Way A

The Need of Assistants • Acts 6:1-7

Ps 33:1-2, 4-5, 18-19

Living Stones • 1 Pet 2:4-9

Last Discourse: The Way, the Truth, and the Life • John 14:1-12

53: Strengthening Your Faith B

Saul Visits Jerusalem • Acts 9:26-31

Ps 22:26-27, 28+30, 31-32

The Actions of Believers • 1 John 3:18-24

The Vine and the Branches • John 15:1-8

54: Love One Another C

End of the First Mission • Acts 14:21-27

Ps 145:8-9, 10-11, 12-13

New Heavens and New Earth • Rev 21:1-5a

A New Commandment • John 13:31-33a, 34-35

6th Sunday of Easter

55: The Strength of Faith A

Philip in Samaria • Acts 8:5-8, 14-17

Ps 66:1-3, 4-5, 6-7, 16+20

On Christian Suffering • 1 Pet 3:15-18

Promise of the Paraclete • John 14:15-21

56: Love of Your Neighbor B

Peter in Caesarea • Acts 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48

Ps 98:1, 2-3a, 3b-4

God's Love and Ours • 1 John 4:7-10

A Disciple's Love • John 15:9-17

57: Keeping Jesus' Word C

Letter of the Apostles to the Gentiles • Acts 15:1-2, 22-29

Ps 67:2-3, 5, 6+8

The New Jerusalem • Rev 21:10-14, 22-23

Last Discourse; Faithfulness to God's Word • John 14:23-29

Ascension of the Lord

58A: Go and Make Disciples A

Jesus' Final Instructions and Ascension • Acts 1:1-11

Ps 47:2-3, 6-7, 8-9

The Church as Christ's Body • Eph 1:17-23

Commissioning of the Disciples • Matt 28:16-20

58B: Ascension of the Lord B

Jesus' Final Instructions and Ascension • Acts 1:1-11

Ps 47:2-3, 6-7, 8-9

The Church as Christ's Body • Eph 4:1-13

The Ascension • Mark 16:15-20

58C: Ascension C

Jesus' Final Instructions and Ascension • Acts 1:1-11

Ps 47:2-3, 6-7, 8-9

A Spirit of Wisdom • Heb 9:24-28; 10:19-23

The Ascension • Luke 24:46-53

7th Sunday of Easter

59: Praying for Others A

Matthias Chosen • Acts 1:12-14

Ps 27:1, 4, 7-8

Love for One Another • 1 Pet 4:13-16

Jesus' Prayer for the Disciples • John 17:1-11a

60: Prayer for Others B

Stephen's Martyrdom • Acts 1:15-17, 20a, 20c-26

Ps 103:1-2, 11-12, 19-20

Blessed Are Those Who Follow the Lamb • 1 John 4:11-16

Prayer for All Believers • John 17:11b-19

61: Prayer for Others C

Stephen's Martyrdom • Acts 7:55-60

Ps 97:1-2, 6-7, 9

Blessed Are Those Who Follow the Lamb • Rev 22:12-14, 16-17, 20

Prayer for All Believers • John 17:20-26

Pentecost Sunday

62: Acting With Courage ABC

Descent of the Holy Spirit • Gen 11:1-9

Ps 104:1-2, 24+35, 27-28, 29b-30

Many Gifts, One Spirit, and the Analogy of the Body • Rom 8:22-27

Appearance to the Disciples • John 7:37-39

63A: Gifts for Service A

Descent of the Holy Spirit • Acts 2:1-11

Ps 104:1+24, 29-30, 31+34

Many Gifts, One Spirit, and the Analogy of the Body • 1 Cor 12:3b-7, 12-13

Appearance to the Disciples • John 20:19-23

63B: Live in the Spirit B

Descent of the Holy Spirit • Acts 2:1-11

Ps 104:1+24, 29-30, 31+34

Fruits of the Spirit • Gal 5:16-25

Coming of the Holy Spirit • John 15:26-27; 16:12-15

63C: Spirit of Truth C

Descent of the Holy Spirit • Acts 2:1-11

Ps 104:1+24, 29-30, 31+34

Children of God • Rom 8:8-17

The Advocate • John 14:15-16, 23b-26

2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

64: Jesus, the Son of God A

The Servant of the Lord • Isa 49:3, 5-6

Ps 40:2+4, 7-8a, 8b-9, 10

Greeting to the Church • 1 Cor 1:1-3

John's Testimony to Jesus • John 1:29-34

65: Time Come and See B

Revelation to Samuel • 1 Sam 3:3b-10, 19

Ps 40:2+4, 7-8a, 8b-9, 10

Against Sexual Immorality • 1 Cor 6:13c-15a, 17-20

The First Disciples • John 1:35-42

66: Thinking of Others C

Jerusalem the Lord's Bride • Isa 62:1-5

Ps 96:1-2a, 2b-3, 7-8, 9-10

Variety and Unity • 1 Cor 12:4-11

The Wedding at Cana • John 2:1-11

3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

67: Following Jesus A

The Prince of Peace • Isa 8:23b—9:3

Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14

Factions • 1 Cor 1:10-13, 17

Jesus in Capernaum • Matt 4:12-23

68: Repent and Believe B

Conversion of Nineveh • Jon 3:1-5, 10

Ps 25:4-5, 6-7, 8-9

Encouragement Within a Hostile World • 1 Cor 7:29-31

Call of the First Disciples • Mark 1:14-20

69: Time Accepting Responsibility C

Ezra Reads the Law • Neh 8:2-4a, 5-6, 8-10

Ps 19:8, 9, 10, 15

Analogy of the Body • 1 Cor 12:12-30

Beginning of Jesus' Preaching • Luke 1:1-4; 4:14-21

4th Sunday in Ordinary Time

70: Blessed Are We A

Promise for Jerusalem • Zeph 2:3; 3:12-13

Ps 146:6c-7, 8-9a, 9b-10

Paradox of God's Choice • 1 Cor 1:26-31

The Beatitudes • Matt 5:1-12a

71: Sharing Good News B

A Prophet Like Moses • Deut 18:15-20

Ps 95:1-2, 6-7b, 7c-9

The State of Virginity • 1 Cor 7:32-35

Cure of a Demoniac • Mark 1:21-28

72: Facing Rejection C

Prophet Consecrated to God • Jer 1:4-5, 17-19

Ps 71:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 15+17

Love Never Fails • 1 Cor 12:31—13:13

Beginning of Preaching; Rejection by the Townspeople • Luke 4:21-30

5th Sunday in Ordinary Time

73: Spreading the Light of Christ A

True Fasting • Isa 58:7-10

Ps 112:4-5, 6-7, 8-9

Preaching on Christ Crucified • 1 Cor 2:1-5

The Similes of Salt and Light • Matt 5:13-16

74: Comfort for the Sorrowful B

Job's First Reply • Job 7:1-4, 6-7

Ps 147:1-2, 3-4, 5-6

Paul's Recompense • 1 Cor 9:16-19, 22-23

Cure of Peter's Mother in Law and Other Miracles • Mark 1:29-39

75: Stretching Our Limits C

Call of Isaiah • Isa 6:1-2a, 3-8

Ps 138:1-2a, 2b-3, 4-5, 7-8

Christ's Resurrection • 1 Cor 15:1-11

Call of the First Disciples • Luke 5:1-11

6th Sunday in Ordinary Time

76: Implications of the New Law A

Our Free Will • Sir 15:16-21

Ps 119:1-2, 4-5, 17-18, 33-34

True Wisdom • 1 Cor 2:6-10

The Old Law and the New • Matt 5:17-37

77: Models of Christ B

On Leprosy • Lev 13:1-2, 44-46

Ps 32:1-2, 5, 11

Imitation of Christ • 1 Cor 10:31—11:1

Healing of a Leper • Mark 1:40-45

78: Reaching Out to Others C

True Wisdom • Jer 17:5-8

Ps 1:1-2, 3, 4+6

The Resurrection and Faith • 1 Cor 15:12, 16-20

The Great Discourse • Luke 6:17, 20-26

7th Sunday in Ordinary Time

79: Love of Enemies A

Various Rules of Conduct • Lev 19:1-2, 17-18

Ps 103:1-2, 3-4, 8+10, 12-13

The Work of God's Ministers • 1 Cor 3:16-23

New Law of Retaliation; Love of Enemies • Matt 5:38-48

80: The Test of Faith B

Promise of Redemption and Restoration • Isa 43:18-19, 21-22, 24b-25

Ps 41:2-3, 4-5, 13-14

Paul's Sincerity • 2 Cor 1:18-22

Healing of a Paralytic at Capernaum • Mark 2:1-12

81: In Another's Shoes C

Saul's Life Spared; Saul Admits His Guilt • 1 Sam 26:2, 7-9, 12-13, 22-23

Ps 103:1-2, 3-4, 8+10, 12-13

The Natural and the Spiritual Body • 1 Cor 15:45-49

Love of One's Enemy • Luke 6:27-38

8th Sunday in Ordinary Time

82: Overcoming Fear A

Restoration of Zion • Isa 49:14-15

Ps 62:2-3, 6-7, 8-9

Christ Judges His Ministers • 1 Cor 4:1-5

Dependence on God • Matt 6:24-34

83: Witnesses of Faith B

Israel's Restoration • Hos 2:16b, 17b, 21-22

Ps 103:1-2, 3-4, 8+10, 12-13

Ministers of the New Covenant • 2 Cor 3:1b-6

The Question of Fasting • Mark 2:18-22

84: Authentic Living C

All Tested by Their Speech • Sir 27:5-8

Ps 92:2-3, 13-14, 15-16

Glorification of the Body • 1 Cor 15:54-58

All Known by Their Works • Luke 6:39-45

9th Sunday in Ordinary Time

85: Knowing Our Strength A

Reward of Fidelity • Deut 11:18, 26-28, 32

Ps 31:2-3a, 3b-4, 17+25

Justice Apart From the Law • Rom 3:21-25, 28

Conclusion of Sermon on the Mount • Matt 7:21-27

86: Worshiping God B

The Decalogue: The Sabbath • Deut 5:12-15

Ps 81:3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 10-11

Treasure in Earthen Vessels • 2 Cor 4:6-11

The Disciples and the Sabbath • Mark 2:23—3:6

87: The Strength of God's Love C

Dedication of the Temple; Welcome of the Foreigner • 1 Kgs 8:41-43

Ps 117:1-2

Reproof for Disloyalty • Gal 1:1-2, 6-10

Cure of the Centurion's Servant • Luke 7:1-10

10th Sunday in Ordinary Time

88: Lord of Mercy A

Insincere Conversion • Hos 6:3-6

Ps 50:1+8, 12-13, 14-15

Inheritance Through Faith • Rom 4:18-25

Call of Matthew • Matt 9:9-13

89: Love for All B

The Fall • Gen 3:9-15

Ps 130:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8

Paradox of the Ministry • 2 Cor 4:13—5:1

Jesus and Beelzebul; Jesus and His Family • Mark 3:20-35

90: Moved With Pity C

Elijah and the Widow • 1 Kgs 17:17-24

Ps 30:2+4, 5-6, 11-12a+13b

Paul Called by Christ • Gal 1:11-19

The Widow's Son • Luke 7:11-17

11th Sunday in Ordinary Time

91: The Compassion of Jesus A

Requirements of the Covenant at Sinai • Exod 19:2-6a

Ps 100:1-2, 3, 5

Sinners Saved by Christ • Rom 5:6-11

The Compassion of Jesus; Mission of the Twelve • Matt 9:36—10:8

92: Living in God's Kingdom B

Prophecy of the Restoration of Israel • Ezek 17:22-24

Ps 92:2-3, 13-14, 15-16

Walking by Faith • 2 Cor 5:6-10

Seed Grows by Itself and the Mustard Seed • Mark 4:26-34

93: The Courage to Forgive C

David's Punishment and Repentance • 2 Sam 12:7-10, 13

Ps 32:1-2, 5, 7, 11

Paul's Basic Teaching • Gal 2:16, 19-21

The Penitent Woman • Luke 7:36—8:3

12th Sunday in Ordinary Time

94: The Reassurance of Faith A

Jeremiah's Faith in Crisis • Jer 20:10-13

Ps 69:8-10, 14+17, 33-35

Mankind's Sin Through Adam • Rom 5:12-15

Reassurance to the Twelve • Matt 10:26-33

95: Gift of Peace B

The Lord's Speech to Job • Job 38:1, 8-11

Ps 107:23-24, 25-26, 28-29, 30-31

The Ministry of Reconciliation • 2 Cor 5:14-17

The Storm on the Sea • Mark 4:35-41

96: Calming Life's Storms C

Messianic Jerusalem • Zech 12:10-11; 13:1

Ps 63:2, 3-4, 5-6, 8-9

One in Christ Jesus • Gal 3:26-29

Followers of Jesus • Luke 9:18-24

13th Sunday in Ordinary Time

97: Showing Christ to Others A

Elisha and the Shunammite Woman • 2 Kgs 4:8-11, 14-16a

Ps 89:2-3, 16-17, 18-19

Death to Sin, Life in God • Rom 6:3-4, 8-11

Conditions and Rewards of Discipleship • Matt 10:37-42

98: Rich in Love B

God's Justice and Its Rejection by the Wicked • Wis 1:13-15; 2:23-24

Ps 30:2+4, 5-6, 11-12a+13b

Liberal Giving • 2 Cor 8:7, 9, 13-15

The Daughter of Jairus; The Woman With a Hemorrhage • Mark 5:21-43

99: Don't Look Back C

Call of Elisha • 1 Kgs 19:16b, 19-21

Ps 16:1-2a+5, 7-8, 9-10, 11

Proper Use of Freedom • Gal 5:1, 13-18

The Apostles' Requirements • Luke 9:51-62

14th Sunday in Ordinary Time

100: Laying Down Your Burdens A

Restoration Under the Messiah • Zech 9:9-10

Ps 145:1-2, 8-9, 10-11, 13-14

Indwelling of the Spirit • Rom 8:9, 11-13

Jesus and His Father • Matt 11:25-30

101: Self Acceptance B

The Lord Speaks to Ezekiel • Ezek 2:2-5

Ps 123:1-2a, 2bc, 3-4

Paul's Weakness • 2 Cor 12:7-10

Jesus at Nazareth • Mark 6:1-6

102: Accepting the Christian Message C

Mother Zion • Isa 66:10-14c

Ps 66:1-3, 4-5, 6-7, 16+20

The Cross, Our True Boast • Gal 6:14-18

Mission of the Seventy–two • Luke 10:1-12, 17-20

15th Sunday in Ordinary Time

103: Seeds of Faith A

Triumph of God's Word • Isa 55:10-11

Ps 65:10, 11, 12-13, 14

Destiny of Glory • Rom 8:18-23

Parable of the Seed • Matt 13:1-23

104: Sharing Good News B

Amos Called by God to Prophesy • Amos 7:12-15

Ps 85:9ab+10, 11-12, 13-14

Blessing for Jew and Gentile • Eph 1:3-14

The Mission of the Twelve • Mark 6:7-13

105: Acting With Mercy C

God's Command Clear • Deut 30:10-14

Ps 69:14+17, 30-31, 33-34, 36a+37

Christ's Fullness and Reconciliation • Col 1:15-20

The Good Samaritan • Luke 10:25-37

16th Sunday in Ordinary Time

106: Overcoming Weakness A

On God's Mercy • Wis 12:13, 16-19

Ps 86:5-6, 9-10, 15-16

The Intercession of the Spirit • Rom 8:26-27

The Parable of the Weeds • Matt 13:24-43

107: Come Away and Rest B

Messianic Reign • Jer 23:1-6

Ps 23:1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6

All United in Christ • Eph 2:13-18

Return of the Disciples • Mark 6:30-34

108: Holy Visitors C

Abraham's Visitors • Gen 18:1-10a

Ps 15:2-3a, 3b-4, 5

The Mystery: Christ in Us • Col 1:24-28

Martha and Mary • Luke 10:38-42

17th Sunday in Ordinary Time

109: Commitment A

Wisdom of Solomon • 1 Kgs 3:5, 7-12

Ps 119:57+72, 76-77, 127-28, 129-30

God's Love for All • Rom 8:28-30

The Treasure and the Pearl • Matt 13:44-52

110: Gifts of Hope B

Elisha: The Multiplication of Loaves • 2 Kgs 4:42-44

Ps 145:10-11, 15-16, 17-18

Unity in the Mystical Body • Eph 4:1-6

Multiplication of the Loaves • John 6:1-15

111: Daily Prayer C

Abraham Intercedes for Sodom • Gen 18:20-32

Ps 138:1-2a, 2b-3, 6-7a, 7b-8

Sovereign Role of Christ • Col 2:12-14

The Our Father • Luke 11:1-13

18th Sunday in Ordinary Time

112: Acting With Courage A

Invitation to Grace • Isa 55:1-3

Ps 145:8-9, 15-16, 17-18

Indomitable Love of Christ • Rom 8:35, 37-39

Jesus Feeds Five Thousand • Matt 14:13-21

113: The Eyes of Faith B

Manna in the Desert • Exod 16:2-4, 12-15

Ps 78:3-4, 23-24, 25+54

Renewal in Christ • Eph 4:17, 20-24

Discourse on the Bread of Life • John 6:24-35

114: Seeking Balance C

On Vanity • Eccl 1:2; 2:21-23

Ps 90:3-4, 5-6, 12-13, 14+17

Mystical Death and Resurrection • Col 3:1-5, 9-11

Trust in God, Not in Possessions • Luke 12:13-21

19th Sunday in Ordinary Time

115: Faith in the Lord A

Elijah's Flight to Horeb • 1 Kgs 19:9a, 11-13a

Ps 85:9ab+10, 11-12, 13-14

Grief for the Jews; God's Free Choice • Rom 9:1-5

Jesus Walks on Water • Matt 14:22-33

116: Life for the World B

Elijah's Flight to Horeb • 1 Kgs 19:4-8

Ps 34:2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9

Vices to Be Avoided • Eph 4:30—5:2

Discourse on the Bread of Life, Continued • John 6:41-51

117: Running the Race of Faith C

On the Death of the Egyptian First Born • Wis 18:6-9

Ps 33:1+12, 18-19, 20-22

Faith of the Ancients • Heb 11:1-2, 8-19

We Depend on God; Prepare for the Master's Return • Luke 12:32-48

20th Sunday in Ordinary Time

118: All Are Welcome A

The Lord's House Open to All • Isa 56:1, 6-7

Ps 67:2-3, 5, 6+8

Israel's Final Conversion; The Triumph of God's Mercy • Rom 11:13-15, 29-32

Faith of the Canaanite Woman • Matt 15:21-28

119: Promise of Eternal Life B

Forsake Foolishness • Prov 9:1-6

Ps 34:2-3, 4-5, 6-7

Sing Praise to the Lord • Eph 5:15-20

Discourse on the Bread of Life, Continued • John 6:51-58

120: An Unsettling Truth C

Jeremiah in the Miry Cistern • Jer 38:4-6, 8-10

Ps 40:2, 3, 4, 18

God's Treatment of His Sons and Daughters • Heb 12:1-4

Jesus' Mission of Division • Luke 12:49-53

21st Sunday in Ordinary Time

121: Representatives of Christ A

Eliakim Chosen by God • Isa 22:19-23

Ps 138:1-2a, 2b-3, 6+8

Praise of God • Rom 11:33-36

Peter the Rock • Matt 16:13-20

122: Christian Marriage B

Reminder of the Divine Goodness • Josh 24:1-2a, 15-17, 18b

Ps 34:2-3, 16-17, 18-19, 20-21

Christian Wives and Husbands • Eph 5:21-32

Effect of the Bread of Life Discourse • John 6:60-69

123: The Narrow Door C

Gathering of the Nations • Isa 66:18-21

Ps 117:1, 2

The Discipline of God • Heb 12:5-7, 11-13

The Narrow Door • Luke 13:22-30

22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

124: Come, Follow Me A

Jeremiah's Interior Crisis • Jer 20:7-9

Ps 63:2, 3-4, 5-6, 8-9

Sacrifice of Body and Mind • Rom 12:1-2

First Prophecy of Passion and Resurrection; Doctrine of the Cross • Matt 16:21-27

125: Doers of the Word B

Advantages of Fidelity • Deut 4:1-2, 6-8

Ps 15:2-3a, 3b-4a, 4b-5

Response to God's Gift • Jas 1:17-18, 21b-22, 27

Jesus and the Pharisees • Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23

126: Seeking Humility C

Humility • Sir 3:17-18, 20, 28-29

Ps 68:4-5, 6-7, 10-11

God the Judge; Jesus the Mediator • Heb 12:18-19, 22-24a

A Lesson in Humility • Luke 14:1, 7-14

23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

127: Helping Others Grow A

The Prophet a Watchman • Ezek 33:7-9

Ps 95:1-2, 6-7b, 7c-9

Love Fulfills the Law • Rom 13:8-10

Fraternal Correction • Matt 18:15-20

128: Rich in Faith B

Israel's Deliverance • Isa 35:4-7a

Ps 146:6c-7, 8-9a, 9b-10

Against Favoritism • Jas 2:1-5

Healing of a Deaf Mute • Mark 7:31-37

129: Discerning God's Will C

Solomon's Prayer • Wis 9:13-18b

Ps 90:3-4, 5-6, 12-13, 14+17

Plea for Onesimus • Phlm 9-10, 12-17

Sayings on Discipleship • Luke 14:25-33

24th Sunday in Ordinary Time

130: Forgiveness and Mercy A

Call to Forgiveness and Mercy • Sir 27:30—28:7

Ps 103:1-2, 3-4, 9-10, 11-12

To Live and Die for Christ • Rom 14:7-9

The Merciless Official • Matt 18:21-35

131: Time Faith and Works B

Salvation Through the Lord's Servant • Isa 50:4-9a

Ps 116:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 8-9

Faith and Good Works • Jas 2:14-18

First Teaching of the Paschal Event and the Doctrine of the Cross • Mark 8:27-35

132: The Courage to Forgive C

The Golden Calf • Exod 32:7-11, 13-14

Ps 51:3-4, 12-13, 17+19

Paul's Gratitude • 1 Tim 1:12-17

The Prodigal Son • Luke 15:1-32

25th Sunday in Ordinary Time

133: God's Generosity A

Seeking the Lord • Isa 55:6-9

Ps 145:2-3, 8-9, 17-18

Spreading the Gospel • Phil 1:20c-24, 27a

The Laborers in the Vineyard • Matt 20:1-16a

134: True Wisdom B

The Wicked Speak • Wis 2:12, 17-20

Ps 54:3-4, 5, 6-8

True Wisdom and Worldly Desires • Jas 3:16—4:3

Second Teaching of the Paschal Event and Words Against Ambition and Envy • Mark 9:30-37

135: The Value of Honesty C

Against Greed • Amos 8:4-7

Ps 113:1-2, 4-6, 7-8

Conduct of Men and Women • 1 Tim 2:1-8

The Dishonest Steward • Luke 16:1-13

26th Sunday in Ordinary Time

136: The Challenge to Forgive A

Personal Responsibility • Ezek 18:25-28

Ps 25:4-5, 6-7, 8-9

Imitating the Humility of Christ • Phil 2:1-11

Parable of the Two Sons • Matt 21:28-32

137: Setting Priorities B

Sharing the Gift of Prophecy • Num 11:25-29

Ps 19:8, 10, 12-13, 14

Saving the Right Focus • Jas 5:1-6

Sharing Our Possessions • Mark 9:38-43, 45, 47-48

138: The Rich and the Poor C

Third Woe • Amos 6:1a, 4-7

Ps 146:6c-7, 8-9a, 9b-10

The Good Fight of Faith • 1 Tim 6:11-16

The Rich Man and Lazarus • Luke 16:19-31

27th Sunday in Ordinary Time

139: Dealing With Injustice A

The Vineyard Song • Isa 5:1-7

Ps 80:9+12, 13-14, 15-16, 19-20

Joy and Peace in Christ • Phil 4:6-9

Parable of the Tenants • Matt 21:33-43

140: Childlike Faith B

Second Story of Creation, the Creation of Woman • Gen 2:18-24

Ps 128:1-2, 3, 4-5, 6

Jesus' Exaltation Through Abasement • Heb 2:9-11

Question of Divorce and Jesus Blessing the Children • Mark 10:2-16

141: Faithful Christians C

Habakkuk's Complaint • Habb 1:2-3; 2:2-4

Ps 95:1-2, 6-7b, 7c-9

Exhortation to Faithfulness • 2 Tim 1:6-8, 13-14

Sayings on the Requirements of Faith • Luke 17:5-10

28th Sunday in Ordinary Time

142: Living Our Faith A

A Feast for All Peoples • Isa 25:6-10a

Ps 23:1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6

Generosity • Phil 4:12-14, 19-20

The Wedding Banquet • Matt 22:1-14

143: Danger of Riches B

Solomon and the Riches of Wisdom • Wis 7:7-11

Ps 90:12-13, 14-15, 16-17

God's Living Word • Heb 4:12-13

The Danger of Riches: Jesus and the Rich Man • Mark 10:17-30

144: Saying Thank You C

Elisha's Cure of Naaman • 2 Kgs 5:14-17

Ps 98:1, 2-3a, 3b-4

Paul's Faithfulness to the Gospel • 2 Tim 2:8-13

Ten Lepers • Luke 17:11-19

29th Sunday in Ordinary Time

145: Social Responsibility A

Rewards to Cyrus, King of Persia • Isa 45:1, 4-6

Ps 96:1+3, 4-5, 7-8, 9-10

A Model for Believers • 1 Thess 1:1-5b

Paying Tax to the Emperor • Matt 22:15-21

146: Quiet Sacrifice B

The Suffering Servant • Isa 53:10-11

Ps 33:4-5, 18-19, 20+22

Jesus, Compassionate High Priest • Heb 4:14-16

Ambition of James and John • Mark 10:35-45

147: Taking Responsibility C

Battle With Amalek • Exod 17:8-13

Ps 121:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8

Apostolic Charge • 2 Tim 3:14—4:2

The Corrupt Judge • Luke 18:1-8

30th Sunday in Ordinary Time

148: Love of Neighbor A

Social Laws • Exod 22:20-26

Ps 18:2-3a, 3b-4, 47+51

A Model for Believers • 1 Thess 1:5c-10

The Greatest Commandment • Matt 22:34-40

149: The Eyes of Faith B

The Restoration • Jer 31:7-9

Ps 126:1-2a, 2b-3, 4-5, 6

Jesus, the High Priest • Heb 5:1-6

The Blind Bartimaeus • Mark 10:46-52

150: The Reward of Humility C

The God of Justice • Sir 35:12-14, 16-18

Ps 34:2-3, 17-18, 19+23

Reward for Fidelity • 2 Tim 4:6-8, 16-18

The Pharisee and the Tax Collector • Luke 18:9-14

31st Sunday in Ordinary Time

151: Sincerity of Heart A

Punishment for Imperfect Sacrifices • Mal 1:14b—2:2b, 8-10

Ps 131:1, 2, 3

Paul's Sincerity • 1 Thess 2:7b-9, 13

Hypocrisy of the Scribes and Pharisees • Matt 23:1-12

152: The Greatest Commandment B

The Great Commandment • Deut 6:2-6

Ps 18:2-3a, 3b-4, 47+51

Jesus, the Eternal High Priest • Heb 7:23-28

The Greatest Commandment • Mark 12:28b-34

153: Welcoming the Sinner C

Digression on God's Mercy • Wis 11:22—12:2

Ps 145:1-2, 8-9, 10-11, 13b-14

Exhortation to Faithfulness • 2 Thess 1:11—2:2

Zacchaeus the Tax Collector • Luke 19:1-10

32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

154: Actions and Consequences A

The Availability of Wisdom to Those Who Seek • Wis 6:12-16

Ps 63:2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8

Resurrection of the Dead • 1 Thess 4:13-18

Parable of the Ten Virgins • Matt 25:1-13

155: Giving From Our Need B

Elijah and the Widow • 1 Kgs 17:10-16

Ps 146:6c-7, 8-9a, 9b-10

The Sacrifice of Jesus • Heb 9:24-28

Hypocrisy of the Scribes, and the Widow's Mite • Mark 12:38-44

156: The Dead Will Rise C

Martyrdom of a Mother and Her Sons • 2 Macc 7:1-2, 9-14

Ps 17:1, 5-6, 8+15

The Gospel Versus Empty Fables • 2 Thess 2:16—3:5

The Resurrection of the Dead • Luke 20:27-38

33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

157: Using Your Gifts A

The Ideal Wife • Prov 31:10-13, 19-20, 30-31

Ps 128:1-2, 3, 4-5

The Need for Preparation • 1 Thess 5:1-6

Parable of the Silver Pieces • Matt 25:14-30

158: Ready for the Lord B

Daniel's Conclusion to the Apocalypse • Dan 12:1-3

Ps 16:5+8, 9-10, 11

Christ's Eternal Sacrifice • Heb 10:11-14, 18

The Second Coming • Mark 13:24-32

159: Overcoming Difficulties C

Messenger of the Covenant • Mal 3:19-20a

Ps 98:5-6, 7-8, 9

Qualifications of Various Ministers • 2 Thess 3:7-12

The Cataclysm to Come • Luke 21:5-19

34th or Last Sunday in Ordinary Time

160: The Final Judgment A

Parable of the Shepherds • Ezek 34:11-12, 15-17

Ps 23:1-2a, 2b-3, 5, 6

Christ, the First Fruits • 1 Cor 15:20-26, 28

The Last Judgment • Matt 25:31-46

161: Given the Kingdom B

Daniel's Vision of One Like the Son of Man • Dan 7:13-14

Ps 93:1a, 1b-2, 5

Praise to Jesus Christ • Rev 1:5-8

The Blood and Water • John 18:33b-37

162: A King Above All C

David Anointed King • 2 Sam 5:1-3

Ps 122:1-2, 3-4a, 4b-5

Christ Is Before and Above All Things • Col 1:12-20

The Crucifixion • Luke 23:35-43

Trinity Sunday

164: A God of Love A

Renewal of the Tablets • Exod 34:4b-6, 8-9

Dan 3:52, 53, 54, 55

Farewell • 2 Cor 13:11-13

Belief in the Son Sent by the Father • John 3:16-18

165: Signs of God's Love B

Proofs of God's Love • Deut 4:32-34, 39-40

Ps 33:4-5, 6+9, 18-19, 20+22

Sons of God Through Adoption • Rom 8:14-17

Commission of the Apostles • Matt 28:16-20

166: The Spirit of Truth C

The Discourse of Wisdom • Prov 8:22-31

Ps 8:4-5, 6-7, 8-9

Faith, Hope, and Love • Rom 5:1-5

Coming of the Paraclete • John 16:12-15

Body & Blood / Corpus Christi

167: Bread for Others A

God's Care • Deut 8:2-3, 14b-16a

Ps 147:12-13, 14-15, 19-20

The Eucharist vs. Pagan Sacrifices • 1 Cor 10:16-17

The Living Bread • John 6:51-58

168: Bread for Others B

Ratification of the Covenant • Exod 24:3-8

Ps 116:12-13, 15-16, 17-18

The Sacrifice of Jesus • Heb 9:11-15

Passover Preparation • Mark 14:12-16, 22-26

169: True Authority C

David King of Israel • Gen 14:18-20

Ps 110:1, 2, 3, 4

Christ's Fullness and Reconciliation • 1 Cor 11:23-26

Loaves & Fishes • Luke 9:11b-17

Sacred Heart

170: Love One Another A

The Chosen Ones • Deut 7:6-11

Ps 103:1-2, 3-4, [6-7,] 8+10

God Is Love • 1 John 4:7-16

Praise of the Father • Matt 11:25-30

171: God's Great Love B

A Parent's Love • Hos 11:1, 3-4, 8c-9

Isa 12:2-3, 4bcd, 5-6

Prayer for Readers • Eph 3:8-12, 14-19

Blood and Water • John 19:31-37

172: Lost and Found C

God the Shepherd • Ezek 34:11-16

Ps 23:1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6

While We Were Sinners Jesus Died for Us • Rom 5:5b-11

Parable of the Lost Sheep • Luke 15:3-7

Presentation of the Lord

524: Light for All the World ABC

Messenger of the Covenant • Mal 3:1-4

Ps 24:7, 8 ,9, 10

Becoming Like Us to Save Us • Heb 2:14-18

The Presentation in the Temple • Luke 2:22-40

Solemnity of Saint Joseph, Husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary

543: Have Faith

The House of David • 2 Sam 7:4-5a, 12-14a, 16

Ps 89:2-3, 4-5, 27, 29

Inheritance Through Faith • Rom 4:13, 16-18, 22

The Birth of Jesus • Matt 1:16, 18-21, 24a

Annunciation of the Lord

545: Annunciation of the Lord

Emmanuel • Isa 7:10-14; 8:10

Ps 40:7-8, 8-9, 10, 11

One Sacrifice Instead of Many • Heb 10:4-10

Announcement of the Birth of Jesus • Luke 1:26-38

The Nativity of Saint John the Baptist

586: Birth of John the Baptist

Call of Jeremiah • Jer 1:4-10

Ps 71:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 15, 17

Salvation as the Goal of Faith • 1 Pet 1:8-12

Announcement of the Birth of John the Baptist • Luke 1:5-17

587: Nativity of St. John the Baptist

Servant of the Lord • Isa 49:1-6

Ps 139:1-3, 13-14, 14-15

Salvation From the Family of Abraham • Acts 13:22-26

The Nativity of John the Baptist • Luke 1:57-66, 80

Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul

590: Saints Peter and Paul

Peter Cures a Crippled Beggar • Acts 3:1-10

Ps 19:2-3, 4-5

Paul's Call by Christ • Gal 1:11-20

Jesus and Peter • John 21:15-19

591: Saints Peter and Paul, Apostles

Peter's Escape From Prison • Acts 12:1-11

Ps 34:2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9

Reward for Fidelity • 2 Tim 4:6-8, 17-18

Peter's Confession • Matt 16:13-19

Feast of Transfiguration of the Lord

614A: Transfiguration of the Lord A

Daniel's Vision of the Kingdom of God • Dan 7:9-10, 13-14

Ps 97:1-2, 5-6, 9

Apostolic Witness • 2 Peter 1:16-19

Transfiguration of Jesus • Matt 17:1-9

614B: Transfiguration of the Lord B

Daniel's Vision of the Kingdom of God • Dan 7:9-10, 13-14

Ps 97:1-2, 5-6, 9-10, 13-14

Apostolic Witness • 2 Peter 1:16-19

Transfiguration of Jesus • Mark 9:2-10

614C: Transfiguration of the Lord C

Daniel's Vision of the Kingdom of God • Dan 7:9-10, 13-14

Ps 97:1-2, 5-6, 9

Apostolic Witness • 2 Peter 1:16-19

Transfiguration of Jesus • Luke 9:28b-36

Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

621: Assumption: Vigil

The Ark Brought to Jerusalem • 1 Chr 15:3-4, 15-16; 16:1-2

Ps 132:6-7, 9-10, 13-14

Glorification of the Body • 1 Cor 15:54b-57

True Happiness by Keeping the Word of God • Luke 11:27-28

622: Assumption

The Ark Brought to Jerusalem • Rev 11:19a; 12:1-6a; 10ab

Ps 45:10, 11, 12, 16

Glorification of the Body • 1 Cor 15:20-27

True Happiness by Keeping the Word of God • Luke 1:39-56

Feast of Exaltation of the Holy Cross

638: Exaltation of the Cross

The Bronze Serpent • Num 21:4b-9

Ps 78:1-2, 34-35, 36-37, 38

Humility of Christ • Phil 2:6-11

For God So Loved the World • John 3:13-17

Solemnity of All Saints

667: All Saints

Rejoicing of the Elect • Rev 7:2-4, 9-14

Ps 24:1-2, 3-4, 5-6

Children of God • 1 John 3:1-3

The Beatitudes • Matt 5:1-12a

All Souls

668: All Souls ABC

The Souls of the Just • Wis 3:1-9

Ps 23:1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6

Christ's Death for Us • Rom 5:5-11

Eternal Life • Matt 5:1-12a

Feast of Dedication of the Lateran Basilica

671: God's House ABC

The Wonderful Stream • Ezek 47:1-2, 8-9, 12

Ps 46:2-3, 5-6, 8-9

You Are God's Temple • 1 Cor 3:9c-11, 16-17

Cleansing of the Temple • John 2:13-22

Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary

689: Immaculate Conception

The Fall • Gen 3:9-15, 20

Ps 98:1, 2-3, 3-4

The Father's Plan for Salvation • Eph 1:3-6, 11-12

Announcement of the Birth of Jesus • Luke 1:26-38

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