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Readings from scripture are part of every Mass. At least two readings, one always from the Gospels (three on Sundays and solemnities), make up the liturgy of the world for to listen and be nourished by the Good News. In addition, a psalm or canticle is sung.

Although the readings are taken from the Bible, the readings are proclaimed using a lectionary — a book specially designed for liturgy. For the 2025 liturgical year, the Sunday readings are taken from Year C of the readings calendar; and the daily readings are taken from Cycle I of the weekday readings calendar.

Sunday, March 23, 2025
Fourth Sunday of Lent (Laetare)

This week, the Scrutiny Year A Readings are used. Click here for the regular Year C readings.

First reading

The people of God entered the promised land and there kept the Passover. (1 Samuel 16:1b, 6-7, 10-13a)

Responsorial psalm

R. (1) The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want. (Psalm 23:1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6)

Second reading

God reconciled us to himself through Christ. (Ephesians 5:8-14)

Verse Before the Gospel

R. Praise and honor to you, Lord, Jesus Christ.
I am the light of the world, says the Lord;
whoever follows me will have the light of life.
R. Praise and honor to you, Lord, Jesus Christ.
(John 8:12)

Gospel reading

Your brother was dead and has come to life again. (John 9:1-41)

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