June 24, 2026

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Nativity of St. John the Baptist: Vigil: Birth Of John The Baptist 586

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)

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?

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

Key Passage

Behold, one is coming after me; I am not worthy to unfasten the sandals of his feet. (Acts 13:25c)

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?

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)