Daily Gospel Reading and Reflection
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Daily scriptural reading and reflections from the Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers Seminary in New York, the Catholic Foreign Mission Society of America.
Episodes
- Monday of the Sixth Week of Easter, John 15:26—16:4a
This episode features the Gospel reading for Monday of the Sixth Week of Easter, John 15:26—16:4a. It includes Jesus' words to his disciples about the coming Advocate, the Spirit of truth, and the role of disciples in testifying.
- Friday of the Fifth Week of Easter, John 15:12-17
This episode reflects on the Gospel reading John 15:12-17 for the Friday of the Fifth Week of Easter. The passage discusses Jesus' commandment for his disciples to love one another.
- Thursday of the Fifth Week of Easter, John 15:9-11
The podcast reflects on John 15:9-11 for Thursday of the Fifth Week of Easter. Jesus teaches his disciples to remain in his love by keeping his commandments, just as he remains in the Father's love.
- Wednesday of the Fifth Week of Easter, John 15:1-8
The Gospel reading for Wednesday of the Fifth Week of Easter is John 15:1-8, where Jesus describes himself as the true vine and God as the vine grower. He emphasizes the importance of remaining in him, stating that he prunes branches to be…
- Tuesday of Fifth Week of Easter, John 14:27-31a
This episode covers the gospel reading for the Tuesday of the Fifth Week of Easter, John 14:27-31a. Jesus speaks to his disciples about his peace, instructing them not to be troubled or afraid.
- Monday of the Fifth Week of Easter, John 14:21-26
This episode of Daily Gospel Reading and Reflection covers John 14:21-26 for the Monday of the Fifth Week of Easter. Jesus discusses the sending of the Holy Spirit by the Father to teach and remind the disciples.
- Friday of the Fourth Week of Easter, John 14:1-6
This episode covers the Gospel reading John 14:1-6 for the Friday of the Fourth Week of Easter. It reflects on Jesus's response to Thomas's question about knowing the way, where Jesus declares himself to be the way, the truth, and the life.
- Thursday of the Fourth Week of Easter, John 13:16-20
This episode reflects on the Gospel reading for Thursday of the Fourth Week of Easter, John 13:16-20. Jesus states that he is telling his followers things in advance so they may believe, and emphasizes the importance of receiving those he…
- Memorial of Saint Catherine of Siena, Virgin and Doctor of the Church, Matthew 11:25-30
This episode reflects on the Memorial of Saint Catherine of Siena, Virgin and Doctor of the Church, using the Gospel reading from Matthew 11:25-30. Jesus
- Tuesday of the Fourth Week of Easter, John 10:22-30
The Gospel reading for Tuesday of the Fourth Week of Easter is John 10:22-30. Jesus addresses the Jews' demand for a plain answer about being the Christ, stating his works testify to him but they do not believe because they are not his she…
- Monday of the Fourth Week of Easter, John 10:11-18
This episode reflects on the Gospel reading John 10:11-18 for Monday of the Fourth Week of Easter. Jesus is presented as the good shepherd who lays down his life for the sheep, contrasting this with a hired man who abandons them when dange…
- Friday of the Third Week of Easter, John 6:52-59
This episode covers the Gospel reading for Friday of the Third Week of Easter, John 6:52-59. Jesus teaches about the necessity of eating his Flesh and drinking his Blood to have eternal life.
- Thursday of the Third Week of Easter, John 6:44-51
This episode reflects on the Gospel reading John 6:44-51 for Thursday of the Third Week of Easter. Jesus proclaims himself as the bread of life, stating that those who eat this bread will not die, unlike those who ate the manna in the dese…
- Wednesday of the Third Week of Easter, John 6:35-40
This episode reflects on the Gospel reading John 6:35-40 for Wednesday of the Third Week of Easter. Jesus declares himself the bread of life, stating that those who come to him will not hunger and those who believe in him will not thirst.
- Tuesday of the Third Week of Easter, John 6:30-35
The episode reflects on the Gospel reading John 6:30-35 for the Tuesday of the Third Week of Easter. Jesus declares himself the bread of life, stating that those who come to him will never hunger and those who believe in him will never thi…
- Monday of the Third Week of Easter, John 6:22-29
The Gospel reading for Monday of the Third Week of Easter, John 6:22-29, addresses the question of how to accomplish God's works. Jesus states that the work of God is to believe in the one He sent.
- Friday of the Second Week of Easter, John 6:1-15
This episode reflects on the Gospel reading John 6:1-15, where Jesus miraculously fed five thousand people with five loaves and two fish. It also highlights Jesus's instruction to gather the remaining fragments to prevent waste.
- Thursday of the Second Week of Easter, John 3:31-36
This episode of Daily Gospel Reading covers the scripture John 3:31-36, read during the Thursday of the Second Week of Easter. It highlights the contrast between earthly and heavenly origins and the supreme authority of one who comes from…
- Wednesday of the Second Week of Easter, John 3:16-21
This episode covers John 3:16-21, referencing God's love and the gift of his Son for eternal life to believers. It is part of the Daily Gospel Reading and Reflection series.
- Tuesday of the Second Week of Easter, John 3:7b-15
This episode covers the Gospel reading for Tuesday of the Second Week of Easter, John 3:7b-15. It focuses on the Son of Man and the necessity of his being lifted up for eternal life, referencing Moses and the serpent in the desert.
- Monday of the Second Week of Easter, John 3:1-8
The podcast discusses the Gospel reading for Monday of the Second Week of Easter, John 3:1-8, which recounts the nocturnal visit of Nicodemus, a Pharisee and ruler of the Jews, to Jesus.
- Friday in the Octave of Easter, John 21:1-14
This episode reflects on the Gospel reading for Friday in the Octave of Easter, John 21:1-14. It recounts Jesus revealing himself to his disciples for the third time after his resurrection and sharing a meal with them.
- Thursday in the Octave of Easter, Luke 24:35-48
The reading for Thursday in the Octave of Easter, from Luke 24:35-48, focuses on Jesus opening his disciples' minds to understand the Scriptures concerning his suffering, resurrection, and the preaching of repentance.
- Wednesday in the Octave of Easter, Luke 24:13-35
Luke 24:13-35 describes the experience of two disciples on the road to Emmaus whose hearts burned within them as Jesus spoke and opened the Scriptures. They recognized him in the breaking of the bread, after which they returned to Jerusale…
- Tuesday in the Octave of Easter, John 20:11-18
The Gospel reading for Tuesday in the Octave of Easter, John 20:11-18, recounts Jesus telling Mary Magdalene not to hold onto him as he ascends to the Father. He instructs her to tell the disciples of his ascension and his God, whom he cal…
- Monday in the Octave of Easter, Matthew 28:8-15
On the Monday in the Octave of Easter, Mary Magdalene and another Mary encountered the resurrected Jesus as they went to inform his disciples. Jesus instructed them to tell his brothers to go to Galilee, where they would see him.
- Good Friday of the Lord’s Passion, John 18:1—19:42
This episode features the Gospel reading for Good Friday of the Lord's Passion, John 18:1—19:42. It details the events following Jesus' crucifixion, including Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus preparing and burying Jesus' body according to…
- Holy Thursday-Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper, John 13:1-15
This episode reflects on the Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper for Holy Thursday, using the Gospel of John 13:1-15. Jesus washes his disciples' feet, presenting it as a model for them to follow.
- Wednesday of Holy Week, Matthew 26:14-25
The episode covers the Gospel reading for Wednesday of Holy Week, Matthew 26:14-25, which details Judas Iscariot's agreement with the chief priests to hand over Jesus for thirty pieces of silver.
- Tuesday of Holy Week, John 13:21-33, 36-38
The episode reflects on the Gospel reading for Tuesday of Holy Week from John 13:21-33, 36-38. It includes Jesus' exchange with Simon Peter where he predicts Peter will deny him three times before the cock crows.
- Monday of Holy Week, John 12:1-11
The episode covers the Gospel reading for Monday of Holy Week, John 12:1-11. It details Jesus
- Friday of the Fifth Week of Lent, John 10:31-42
The episode covers the Gospel reading for Friday of the Fifth Week of Lent, John 10:31-42. It touches upon Jesus returning to the Jordan, people acknowledging John the Baptist's testimony, and many beginning to believe in Jesus.
- Thursday of the Fifth Week of Lent, John 8:51-59
The podcast episode for Thursday of the Fifth Week of Lent features the Gospel reading John 8:51-59. In this passage, Jesus states "before Abraham came to be, I AM," leading the listeners to pick up stones, but Jesus escapes.
- Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord, Luke 1:26-38
This episode features the Gospel reading Luke 1:26-38 for the Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord. It includes the angel Gabriel's message to Mary, foretelling the birth of Jesus.
- Tuesday of the Fifth Week of Lent, John 8:21-30
The episode discusses the Gospel reading for Tuesday of the Fifth Week of Lent, John 8:21-30, where Jesus asserts his divine identity and connection to the Father, leading many to believe.
- Monday of the Fifth Week of Lent, John 8:1-11
The reading for Monday of the Fifth Week of Lent, John 8:1-11, recounts Jesus writing on the ground and challenging those without sin to cast the first stone, prompting them to leave. He then tells the woman, 'Go, and from now on sin no mo…
- Friday of the Fourth Week of Lent, John 7:1-2, 10, 25-30
This episode of Daily Gospel Reading and Reflection covers the Gospel for Friday of the Fourth Week of Lent, featuring John 7:1-2, 10, 25-30. It touches on the questioning of Jesus' identity by the inhabitants of Jerusalem and the authorit…
- Solemnity of Saint Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Matthew 1:16, 18-21, 24a
This episode covers the Solemnity of Saint Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary, referencing Matthew 1:16, 18-21, 24a. It discusses the angelic apparition to Joseph in a dream, revealing the conception of Jesus through the Holy Spirit…
- Wednesday of the Fourth Week of Lent, John 5:17-30
This episode reflects on the Gospel reading John 5:17-30 for Wednesday of the Fourth Week of Lent. The reading emphasizes Jesus's submission to the will of his Father, stating, "I cannot do anything on my own; I judge as I hear, and my jud…
- Memorial of Saint Patrick, Bishop, Luke 5:1-11
The episode reflects on the Memorial of Saint Patrick, Bishop, featuring the Gospel reading Luke 5:1-11. It recounts Jesus calling Simon Peter, James, and John to be his disciples after they experience a miraculous catch of fish, leading t…
- Monday of the Fourth Week of Lent, John 4:43-54
The Gospel reading for Monday of the Fourth Week of Lent, John 4:43-54, describes Jesus healing an official's son. The father's belief and that of his household are highlighted as they realized Jesus's words corresponded with the time of h…
- Friday of the Third Week of Lent, Mark 12:28-34
Jesus teaches the greatest commandments are to love God and neighbor, deeming it more valuable than sacrifices. A scribe's understanding response leads Jesus to say he is close to the Kingdom of God.
- Thursday of the Third Week of Lent, Luke 11:14-23
The episode discusses the Gospel reading for Thursday of the Third Week of Lent, Luke 11:14-23, where Jesus casts out a mute demon, astonishing the crowds. Some accused him of using demonic power, while others sought a sign, prompting Jesu…
- Wednesday of the Third Week of Lent, Matthew 5:17-19
This episode covers the Gospel reading for Wednesday of the Third Week of Lent, Matthew 5:17-19. Jesus discusses his relationship to the law and the prophets, stating he came to fulfill them.
- Tuesday of the Third Week of Lent, Matthew 18:21-35
On the Tuesday of the Third Week of Lent, the Gospel reading from Matthew 18:21-35 features Peter asking Jesus about the frequency of forgiveness. Jesus teaches that forgiveness should be limitless, not just seven times, but seventy-seven…
- Monday of the Third Week of Lent, Luke 4:24-30
This episode reflects on the Gospel reading for Monday of the Third Week of Lent, Luke 4:24-30. Jesus speaks in the synagogue at Nazareth about the reception of prophets in their native places.
- Friday of the Second Week of Lent, Matthew 21:33-43, 45-46
This episode reflects on the Gospel reading for Friday of the Second Week of Lent from Matthew 21:33-43, 45-46, highlighting the theme of the rejected stone becoming the cornerstone.
- Thursday of the Second Week of Lent, Luke 16:19-31
This episode reflects on the Gospel reading Luke 16:19-31 for Thursday of the Second Week of Lent. The passage highlights the idea that if people do not heed Moses and the prophets, they will not be convinced even by a resurrection from th…
- Wednesday of the Second Week of Lent, Matthew 20:17-28
This episode reflects on the Gospel reading for Wednesday of the Second Week of Lent, Matthew 20:17-28. Jesus explains that true greatness among followers is found in serving others, just as he came not to be served but to serve and ransom…
- Tuesday of the Second Week of Lent, Matthew 23:1-12
This episode of Daily Gospel Reading and Reflection covers Matthew 23:1-12. Jesus teaches his followers to heed the words of the scribes and Pharisees because they sit in Moses' seat, but warns against following their actions as they preac…