St. Martin de Porres Orlando West

First Reading Joshua 5:9a,10-12 The Israelites celebrate the Passover in the promised land. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 34:2-7 A prayer of praise to God. Second Reading 2 Corinthians 5:17-21 Paul preaches our reconciliation with Christ. Gospel Reading Luke 15:1-3,11-32 Jesus teaches about forgiveness in the parable of the Prodigal Son.

Third Sunday of Lent, Cycle C Sunday, March 20, 2022 First Reading 
Exodus 3:1-8a,13-15
God speaks to Moses from the burning bush and sends him to the Israelites. Responsorial Psalm
Psalm 103:1-4,6-7,8,11
A prayer in praise of God's mercy Second Reading
1 Corinthians 10:1-6,10-12
Paul teaches that the Scriptures were written to set an example for us. Gospel Reading
Luke 13:1-9
Jesus preaches a les...

Second Sunday of Lent, Cycle C ~ Fr. Rampe Hlobo SJ Sunday, March 13, 2022 First Reading Genesis 15:5-12,17-18 God makes a covenant with Abraham, promising him many descendants. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 27:1,7-8,8-9,13-14 A prayer to God who is our salvation Second Reading Philippians 3:17-4:1 (or shorter form, Philippians 3:20-4:1) Paul encourages the Philippians to remain firm in their faith tha...

First Sunday of Lent, Cycle C Sunday, March 6, 2022 ~ Fr. Rampe Hlobo SJ First Reading Deuteronomy 26:4-10 Moses describes the offering of praise for God's deliverance of Israel. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 91:1-2,10-11,12-13,14-15 A prayer for God's protection Second Reading Romans 10:8-13 Paul teaches that we are saved by faith. Gospel Reading Luke 4:1-13 In the desert, Jesus is tempted by the devi...

Ash Wednesday, Year C First Reading Joel 2:12-18 Return to the Lord for he is merciful. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 51:3-6b,12-14,17 Create a clean heart in us, O God, and be merciful. Second Reading 2 Corinthians 5:20—6:2 Be reconciled to God; now is the day of salvation. Gospel Reading Matthew 6:1-6,16-18 Jesus teaches that almsgiving, prayer, and fasting should be done in secret.

Eighth Sunday of Ordinary Time, Cycle C Sunday, February 27, 2022 First Reading Sirach 27:4–7
In his conversation is the test of the man. Responsorial Psalm
Psalm 92: 2–3,13–16
The just shall flourish like a palm tree. Second Reading 1 Corinthians 15: 54–58
Thanks be to God who has given us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Gospel Reading
Luke 6:39–45
Each tree is known by its yield.

First Reading
1 Samuel 26:2, 7-9,12-13,22-23
David does not kill Saul. Responsorial Psalm
Psalm 103:1-4,8,10,12-13
A song in praise of God's mercy Second Reading
1 Corinthians 15:45-49
As we bear the image of Adam, so we will bear the image of the one from heaven. Gospel Reading
Luke 6:27-38
Jesus teaches his disciples to be merciful as God is merciful.

Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Cycle C Sunday, February 13, 2022 First Reading
Jeremiah 17:5-8
Put trust and hope in the Lord, not in human beings. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 1:1-4,6
Blessed are those who follow the law of the Lord. 
Second Reading
1 Corinthians 15:12,16-20
Our hope for resurrection is sure because Christ has been raised from the dead. Gospel Reading Luke 6:17,20-26
Jesus teaches th...

Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Cycle C Sunday, February 6, 2022 First Reading Isaiah 6:1-2a,3-8 Isaiah describes his vision and call from the Lord. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 138:1-5,7-8 A song of thanks to God who saves us Second Reading 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 (shorter form, 1 Corinthians 15:3-8,11) Paul reminds the Corinthians of the gospel that he announced to them. Gospel Reading Luke 5:1-11 The...

Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Cycle C Sunday, January 30, 2022 First Reading
Jeremiah 1:4-5,17-19
The Lord assures Jeremiah that he will deliver him from all who fight against him. Responsorial Psalm
Psalm 71:1-2,3-4,5-6,15,17
A song in praise of God's salvation Second Reading 
1 Corinthians 12:31—13:13
Paul describes love as the greatest of virtues. Gospel Reading
Luke 4:21-30
Jesus is rejected...

First Reading
Nehemiah 8:2-4a,5-6,8-10
Ezra reads from the book of the Law and interprets it for all to understand. Responsorial Psalm
Psalm 19:8,9,10,15
A song in praise of the Law of the Lord Second Reading
1 Corinthians 12:12-30
Paul explains that all were baptized into the one body of Christ. Gospel Reading
Luke 1:1-4; 4:14-21
In the synagogue at Nazareth, Jesus reads aloud from the scroll of...

First Reading Isaiah 62:1-5 God delights in Israel and will rejoice as a bridegroom rejoices over his bride. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 96:1-2,2-3,7-8,9-10 A song in praise of God's marvelous deeds Second Reading 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 All spiritual gifts originate from the same Spirit. Gospel Reading John 2:1-11 Jesus performs his first sign at a wedding feast in Cana.

The Baptism of the Lord, Cycle C Sunday, January 9, 2022 First Reading Isaiah 40:1-5,9-11 Isaiah tells the people to prepare a way for the Lord. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 104:1b-4,24-25,27-30 A prayer praising God's greatness Second Reading Titus 2:11-14; 3:4-7 Jesus Christ saved us and renewed us with his Holy Spirit. Gospel Reading Luke 3:15-16,21-22 Jesus is baptized by John.

Epiphany of the Lord Sunday, January 2, 2022 First Reading Isaiah 60:1-6 Jerusalem shall be a light to all nations. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 72:1-2,7-8,10-11,12-13 Every nation on earth shall worship the Lord. Second Reading Ephesians 3:2-3a,5-6 Gentiles are coheirs in the promise of Christ. Gospel Reading Matthew 2:1-12 The Magi seek out Jesus and do him homage.

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, Cycle C Sunday, December 26, 2021 First Reading Sirach 3:2-6,12-14. Hannah dedicates her son, Samuel, to the Lord. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 84:2-3,5-6,9-10 Those who dwell in the Lord's house are happy. Second Reading 1 John 3:1-2,21-24 We are God's children now. Gospel Reading Luke 2:41-52 The boy Jesus is found in the Temple.

The Nativity of the Lord Christmas Saturday, December 25, 2021 ~ Br. Mohale Mogoto First Reading Isaiah 62:11-12 Say to daughter Zion, your savior comes. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 97:1-6, 11-12 A light will shine on us this day: the Lord is born for us. Second Reading Titus 3:4-7 He saved us through the bath of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit. Gospel Reading Luke 2:15-20 So they went in hast...

The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas) Vigil Mass Friday, 24th December 2021 First Reading Isaiah 62:11-12 Say to daughter Zion, your savior comes. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 97:1-6, 11-12 A light will shine on us this day: the Lord is born for us. Second Reading Titus 3:4-7 He saved us through the bath of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit. Gospel Reading Luke 2:15-20 So they went in haste and fo...

Fourth Sunday of Advent, Cycle C Sunday, December 19, 2021 First Reading Micah 5:1-4 The ruler of Israel is promised to come from Bethlehem. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 80:2-3,15-16,18-19 A prayer for God's salvation Second Reading Hebrews 10:5-10 Through his obedience to God's will, Christ consecrated all. Gospel Reading Luke 1:39-45 Mary visits Elizabeth, who sings praise to Mary and her child.

Third Sunday of Advent, Cycle C Sunday, December 12, 2021 First Reading Zephaniah 3:14-18a A savior is promised to Israel. Responsorial Psalm Isaiah 12:2-3,4,5-6 A song of praise to God our savior Second Reading Philippians 4:4-7 Rejoice always because the Lord is near. Gospel Reading Luke 3:10-18 John the Baptist teaches the path of repentance and announces Christ.

First Reading Baruch 5:1-9 Jerusalem shall see the splendor of God's glory. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 126:1-2,2-3,4-5,6 A song of praise for God's great deeds Second Reading Philippians 1:4-6,8-11 Paul prays for the Philippians. Gospel Reading Luke 3:1-6 John preaches repentance and baptizes in the region of the Jordan.

First Reading Jeremiah 33:14-16 The Lord will fulfill his promises to Israel and Judah. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 25:4-5,8-9,10,14 The Lord will teach us his paths. Second Reading 1 Thessalonians 3:12—4:2 Paul encourages the Thessalonians to be holy and to please God. Gospel Reading Luke 21:25-28,34-36 Jesus teaches his disciples to be vigilant so that they will be ready when the Son of Man comes i...

First Reading Jeremiah 33:14-16 The Lord will fulfill his promises to Israel and Judah. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 25:4-5,8-9,10,14 The Lord will teach us his paths. Second Reading 1 Thessalonians 3:12—4:2 Paul encourages the Thessalonians to be holy and to please God. Gospel Reading Luke 21:25-28,34-36 Jesus teaches his disciples to be vigilant so that they will be ready when the Son of Man comes i...

The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King, Cycle B Sunday, November 21, 2021 First Reading Daniel 7:13-14 Daniel prophesies about the coming of the Son of Man. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 93:1,1-2,5 A prayer of praise to God our king Second Reading Revelation 1:5-8 Jesus is the firstborn of the dead and the ruler of all. Gospel Reading John 18:33b-37 Jesus is questioned by Pilate about the char...

First Reading Daniel 12:1-3 Daniel prophesies about the judgment of the last days. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 16:5,8,9-10,11 God protects us and shows us the path of life. Second Reading Hebrews 10:11-14,18 Jesus’ offering for sin has made all to be consecrated perfect forever. Gospel Reading Mark 13:24-32 Jesus teaches about the signs of the coming of the Son of Man.

Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, Cycle B Sunday, November 14, 2021 First Reading Daniel 12:1-3 Daniel prophesies about the judgment of the last days. Responsorial Psalm Psalm 16:5,8,9-10,11 God protects us and shows us the path of life. Second Reading Hebrews 10:11-14,18 Jesus’ offering for sin has made all to be consecrated perfect forever. Gospel Reading Mark 13:24-32 Jesus teaches about th...