Sunday, March 14, 2010
Fourth Sunday in Lent (Year C)
Sunday, March 14
First Reading: Joshua 5:9-12
Israel eats bread and grain, the produce of the land
Psalm: Psalm 32
Be glad, you righteous, and rejoice in the LORD. (Ps. 32:12)
Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 5:16-21
The mystery and ministry of reconciliation
Gospel: Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32
The parable of the prodigal father and the repentant son
Liturgical Color: Purple
Friday, March 19, 2010
Joseph, Guardian of Jesus
Friday, March 19
First Reading: 2 Samuel 7:4, 8-16
The LORD will make a house for David, an everlasting kingdom
Psalm: Psalm 89:1-29
Your steadfast love, O LORD, is established forever. (Ps. 89:2)
Second Reading: Romans 4:13-18
The descendants of Abraham inherit not through the law, but through faith
Gospel: Matthew 1:16, 18-21, 24a
An angel tells Joseph that Mary's child will be the Savior
Liturgical Color: White
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Fifth Sunday in Lent (Year C)
Sunday, March 21
First Reading: Isaiah 43:16-21
The LORD gives water in the wilderness to the chosen people
Psalm: Psalm 126
Those who sowed with tears will reap with songs of joy. (Ps. 126:6)
Second Reading: Philippians 3:4b-14
To know Christ and his resurrection, to share in his sufferings
Gospel: John 12:1-8
Mary anoints Jesus for his burial
Liturgical Color: Purple
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Annunciation of Our Lord
Thursday, March 25
First Reading: Isaiah 7:10-14
A young woman will bear a son
Psalm: Psalm 40:5-11 (Psalm 45 NRSV)
I love to do your will, O my God, O my God. (Ps. 40:9)
Psalm (Alternate): Psalm 45 (Psalm 40:5-10 NRSV)
I will make your name to be remembered from one generation to another. (Ps. 45:18)
Second Reading: Hebrews 10:4-10
The offering of Jesus' body sanctifies us
Gospel: Luke 1:26-38
The angel greets Mary
Liturgical Color: White