Wednesday, June 24, 2026

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Nativity of St. John the Baptist: Vigil: Birth Of John The Baptist 586
Questions
Adults: What do you find yourself praying for most? Take time this week to listen during times of prayer to hear what God might be calling you to.
Children: Do you remember a time when one of your prayers has been answered?
Key Passage
The angel said to him, "Do not be afraid, Sechariah, because your prayer has been heard. Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you shall name him John. (Luke 1:13)

Readings

First Reading • Call Of Jeremiah
Jeremiah 1:4-10 (NRSVCE | GNT | MSG | NLT | NRSVACE)
Psalm
Psalms 71:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 15, 17 (NRSVCE | GNT | MSG | NLT | NRSVACE)
Second Reading • Salvation As The Goal Of Faith
1 Peter 1:8-12 (NRSVCE | GNT | MSG | NLT | NRSVACE)
Gospel • Announcement Of The Birth Of John The Baptist
Luke 1:5-17 (NRSVCE | GNT | MSG | NLT | NRSVACE)
Nativity of St. John the Baptist: Day: Nativity Of St. John The Baptist 587
Questions
Adults: In what ways do you help people in your life prepare themselves for meeting Jesus?
Children: How do you help others to be their best, as John did?
Key Passage
Behold, one is coming after me; I am not worthy to unfasten the sandals of his feet. (Acts 13:25c)

Readings

First Reading • Servant Of The Lord
Isaiah 49:1-6 (NRSVCE | GNT | MSG | NLT | NRSVACE)
Psalm
Psalms 139:1-3, 13-14, 14-15 (NRSVCE | GNT | MSG | NLT | NRSVACE)
Second Reading • Salvation From The Family Of Abraham
Acts of the Apostles 13:22-26 (NRSVCE | GNT | MSG | NLT | NRSVACE)
Gospel • The Nativity Of John The Baptist
Luke 1:57-66, 80 (NRSVCE | GNT | MSG | NLT | NRSVACE)