Universalis

Saint Bartholomew, Apostle First reading Apocalypse 21:9-14 He showed me Jerusalem, the holy city, coming down from God out of heaven The angel came to speak to me, and said, ‘Come here and I will show you the bride that the Lamb has married.’ In the spirit, he took me to the top of an … Read moreMon 24 August

21st Sunday in Ordinary Time First reading Isaiah 22:19-23 I place the key of the House of David on my servant’s shoulder Thus says the Lord of Hosts to Shebna, the master of the palace:I dismiss you from your office,I remove you from your post,and the same day I call on my servantEliakim son of … Read moreSun 23 August

Our Lady, Mother and Queen First reading Isaiah 9:1-7 A Son is given to us The people that walked in darknesshas seen a great light;on those who live in a land of deep shadowa light has shone.You have made their gladness greater,you have made their joy increase;they rejoice in your presenceas men rejoice at harvest … Read moreSat 22 August

Saint Pius X, Pope First reading 1 Thessalonians 2:2-8 We were eager to hand over to you not only the Good News but our whole lives It was our God who gave us the courage to proclaim his Good News to you in the face of great opposition. We have not taken to preaching because … Read moreFri 21 August

Saint Bernard, Abbot, Doctor First reading Ecclesiasticus 15:1-6 Whoever grasps the Law will obtain wisdom Whoever fears the Lord will act like this, and whoever grasps the Law will obtain wisdom.She will come to meet him like a mother, and receive him like a virgin bride.He will lean on her and will not fall, he will rely on … Read moreThu 20 August

Wednesday of week 20 in Ordinary Time, or Saint John Eudes, Priest First reading Ezekiel 34:1-11 An oracle against bad and selfish shepherds The word of the Lord was addressed to me as follows: ‘Son of man, prophesy against the shepherds of Israel; prophesy and say to them:‘“Shepherds, the Lord says this: Trouble for the … Read moreWed 19 August

Tuesday of week 20 in Ordinary Time First reading Ezekiel 28:1-10 Against the arrogance of the king of Tyre The word of the Lord was addressed to me as follows, ‘Son of man, tell the ruler of Tyre, “The Lord says this:Being swollen with pride,you have said: I am a god;I am sitting on the … Read moreTue 18 August

Monday of week 20 in Ordinary Time First reading Ezekiel 24:15-24 The Lord will profane his sanctuary The word of the Lord was addressed to me as follows, ‘Son of man, I am about to deprive you suddenly of the delight of your eyes. But you are not to lament, not to weep, not to … Read moreMon 17 August

20th Sunday in Ordinary Time First reading Isaiah 56:1,6-7 I will bring foreigners to my holy mountain Thus says the Lord: Have a care for justice, act with integrity, for soon my salvation will come and my integrity be manifest.Foreigners who have attached themselves to the Lord to serve him and to love his name … Read moreSun 16 August

The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary First reading Apocalypse 11:19,12:1-6,10 A great sign appeared in heaven: a woman adorned with the sun The sanctuary of God in heaven opened and the ark of the covenant could be seen inside it. Now a great sign appeared in heaven: a woman, adorned with the sun, standing … Read moreSat 15 August