Bible readings for each day

These short readings are those read, day by day, at community prayer in Taizé. The Bible reference given indicates a slightly longer passage.

2020

Thu, 2 April

The people of God did not go thirsty when he led them through the desert; God made water spring out of the rock for them.

Isaiah 48:12-21

Fri, 3 April

Jesus said: If you are bringing your offering to the altar and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, leave your offering there before the altar, go and be reconciled with them first, and then come back and present your offering.

Matthew 5:17-37

Sat, 4 April

The Lord says: Look, I am doing something new, even now it is emerging, do you not see it? Yes, I am making a way in the desert and my people will sing my praises.

Isaiah 43:18-21

SUN, 5 April

PALM SUNDAY

The crowds who went in front of Jesus and those who followed were all shouting: “Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is he who is coming in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest!”

Matthew 21:1-11

Mon, 6 April

Jesus said: Anyone who tries to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for my sake will find it.

Matthew 10:38-39

Tue, 7 April

Christ died for all, that those who live should no longer live for themselves but for the one who died and was raised to life for them.

2 Corinthians 5:13-17

Wed, 8 April

Jesus said: In truth, unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies it remains only a single grain. But if it dies, it yields a big harvest.

John 12:20-30

Thu, 9 April

Before his passion, Jesus said to his disciples: Now you are sad, but I shall see you again and your hearts will be full of joy. And no one shall take that joy from you.

John 16:20-22