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.

2019

Fri, 24 May

John the Baptist came, preaching in the desert of Judea and saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near.”

Matthew 3:1-12

Sat, 25 May

Paul writes: Let us put aside the deeds of darkness. Clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ.

Romans 13:11-14

SUN, 26 May

Jesus said: Peace I leave you; my peace I give you. A peace which the world cannot give, this is my gift to you. Do not let your hearts be troubled or afraid.

John 14:22-26

Mon, 27 May

Set me free from prison, Lord, that I may praise your name.

Psalms 142

Tue, 28 May

From the book of the prophet Hosea: Sow saving justice for yourselves and reap a harvest of faithful love. It is time to seek out the Lord until God comes to shower righteousness upon you.

Hosea 10:12

Wed, 29 May

Seeing that many of his disciples were turning away, Jesus said to the Twelve, “What about you, do you want to go away too?” Peter answered, “Lord, to whom would we go? You have the words of eternal life.”

John 6:67-69

Thu, 30 May

ASCENSION

Christ, having offered himself only once to take away the sins of the many, will appear a second time, not to bear sin, but to bring salvation to those who are waiting for him.

Hebrews 9:22-28

Fri, 31 May

From the book of Isaiah: I will trust and not be afraid, for God is my strength and my song.

Isaiah 12:1-6