Month: May 2026

Daily Gospel – May 21, 2026

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John 17:20-26

And not for them only do I pray, but for them also who through their word shall believe in me. That they all may be one, as thou, Father, in me, and I in thee; that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me. And the glory which thou hast given me, I have given to them: that, they may be one, as we also are one. I in them, and thou in me: that they may be made perfect in one: and the world may know that thou hast sent me and hast loved them, as thou hast also loved me. Father, I will that where I am, they also whom thou hast given me may be with me: that they may see my glory which thou hast given me, because thou hast loved me before the creation of the world. Just Father, the world hath not known thee: but I have known thee. And these have known that thou hast sent me. And I have made known thy name to them and will make it known: that the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be in them, and I in them.

Jesus prays not only for His disciples but for all future believers. His desire is that His followers be united in love and truth. Christian unity is a powerful witness to the world because it reflects God’s own nature. This Gospel challenges us to overcome divisions and seek reconciliation wherever possible. By living in charity and humility, we participate in Christ’s prayer for unity. The more closely we draw to Him, the closer we grow to one another.

Daily Gospel – May 20, 2026

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John 17:11-19

And now I am not in the world, and these are in the world, and I come to thee. Holy Father, keep them in thy name whom thou hast given me: that they may be one, as we also are. While I was with them, I kept them in thy name. Those whom thou gavest me have I kept: and none of them is lost, but the son of perdition: that the scripture may be fulfilled. And now I come to thee: and these things I speak in the world, that they may have my joy filled in themselves. I have given them thy word, and the world hath hated them: because they are not of the world, as I also am not of the world. I pray not that thou shouldst take them out of the world, but that thou shouldst keep them from evil. They are not of the world, as I also am not of the world. Sanctify them in truth. Thy word is truth. As thou hast sent me into the world, I also have sent them into the world. And for them do I sanctify myself, that they also may be sanctified in truth.

Jesus prays that His disciples may be protected from evil and sanctified in truth. Christian life involves living in the world while remaining rooted in God. This balance requires wisdom, courage, and grace. The Gospel reminds us that holiness is not escape from daily life but faithful living within it. Through God’s word and the guidance of the Spirit, we are strengthened to remain faithful witnesses. Christ desires that our lives reflect the truth and love of the Father.

Daily Gospel – May 19, 2026

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John 17:1-11

These things Jesus spoke: and lifting up his eyes to heaven, he said: the hour is come. Glorify thy Son, that thy Son may glorify thee. As thou hast given him power over all flesh, that he may give eternal life to all whom thou hast given him. Now this is eternal life: That they may know thee, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent. I have glorified thee on the earth; I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do. And now glorify thou me, O Father, with thyself, with the glory which I had, before the world was, with thee. I have manifested thy name to the men whom thou hast given me out of the world. Thine they were: and to me thou gavest them. And they have kept thy word. Now they have known that all things which thou hast given me are from thee: Because the words which thou gavest me, I have given to them. And they have received them and have known in very deed that I came out from thee: and they have believed that thou didst send me. I pray for them. I pray not for the world, but for them whom thou hast given me: because they are thine. And all my things are thine, and thine are mine: and I am glorified in them. And now I am not in the world, and these are in the world, and I come to thee. Holy Father, keep them in thy name whom thou hast given me: that they may be one, as we also are.

Jesus prays for His disciples, revealing His deep love and concern for them. He entrusts them to the Father’s care and asks that they remain faithful. This prayer reminds us that Christ continues to intercede for His followers today. We are never forgotten or abandoned. Even in moments of weakness, Jesus prays for our perseverance and growth in holiness. His loving concern encourages us to remain steadfast in faith and confident in God’s protection.

Daily Gospel – May 18, 2026

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John 16:29-33

His disciples say to him: Behold, now thou speakest plainly and speakest no proverb. Now we know that thou knowest all things and thou needest not that any man should ask thee. By this we believe that thou camest forth from God. Jesus answered them: Do you now believe? Behold, the hour cometh, and it is now come, that you shall be scattered every man to his own and shall leave me alone. And yet I am not alone, because the Father is with me. These things I have spoken to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you shall have distress. But have confidence. I have overcome the world.

Jesus reminds His disciples that peace comes through Him, even amid suffering. Challenges and hardships are part of life, but they do not have the final word. The Resurrection assures us that Christ has already overcome the world. This Gospel invites us to place our trust in Him rather than in our own strength. When difficulties arise, we can face them with courage because the risen Lord remains victorious and present with His people.

Daily Gospel – May 17, 2026

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Matthew 28:16-20

And the eleven disciples went into Galilee, unto the mountain where Jesus had appointed them. And seeing him they adored: but some doubted. And Jesus coming, spoke to them, saying: All power is given to me in heaven and in earth. Going therefore, teach ye all nations: baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Ghost. Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you. And behold I am with you all days, even to the consummation of the world.

Before ascending into heaven, Jesus commissions His disciples to make disciples of all nations. This mission remains the heart of the Church today. Every Christian is called to share the Good News through both words and actions. The Ascension reminds us that Christ entrusts His work to ordinary people empowered by His grace. We are never alone in this mission because He promises to remain with us always. Through faithful witness, we help others encounter the saving love of God.

Daily Gospel – May 16, 2026

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John 16:23-28

And in that day you shall not ask me any thing. Amen, amen, I say to you: if you ask the Father any thing in my name, he will give it you. Hitherto, you have not asked any thing in my name. Ask, and you shall receive; that your joy may be full. These things I have spoken to you in proverbs. The hour cometh when I will no longer speak to you in proverbs, but will shew you plainly of the Father. In that day, you shall ask in my name: and I say not to you that I will ask the Father for you. For the Father himself loveth you, because you have loved me and have believed that I came out from God. I came forth from the Father and am come into the world: again I leave the world and I go to the Father.

Jesus encourages His disciples to pray with confidence to the Father. Prayer is not merely a ritual but a relationship built on trust and love. God delights in hearing the prayers of His children and responds according to His wisdom. This Gospel reminds us that we can bring every need, hope, and concern before Him. Through prayer, our hearts become aligned with God’s will and open to His grace. The risen Lord continues to intercede for us and draw us closer to the Father.

Daily Gospel – May 15, 2026

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John 16:20-23

Amen, amen, I say to you, that you shall lament and weep, but the world shall rejoice: and you shall be made sorrowful, but your sorrow shall be turned into joy. A woman, when she is in labour, hath sorrow, because her hour is come; but when she hath brought forth the child, she remembereth no more the anguish, for joy that a man is born into the world. So also you now indeed have sorrow: but I will see you again and your heart shall rejoice. And your joy no man shall take from you. And in that day you shall not ask me any thing. Amen, amen, I say to you: if you ask the Father any thing in my name, he will give it you.

Jesus assures His disciples that their sorrow will be turned into joy. Temporary suffering is not the final chapter for those who trust in God. Easter is the great proof that life triumphs over death and hope over despair. This Gospel encourages us to persevere through trials with confidence in God’s promises. Even when we cannot see the outcome, Christ remains at work. In Him, every sacrifice and struggle can become a path toward deeper joy and renewal.

Daily Gospel – May 14, 2026

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John 15:9-17

As the Father hath loved me, I also have loved you. Abide in my love. If you keep my commandments, you shall abide in my love: as I also have kept my Father’s commandments and do abide in his love. These things I have spoken to you, that my joy may be in you, and your joy may be filled. This is my commandment, that you love one another, as I have loved you. Greater love than this no man hath, that a man lay down his life for his friends. You are my friends, if you do the things that I command you. I will not now call you servants: for the servant knoweth not what his lord doth. But I have called you friends because all things, whatsoever I have heard of my Father, I have made known to you. You have not chosen me: but I have chosen you; and have appointed you, that you should go and should bring forth fruit; and your fruit should remain: that whatsoever you shall ask of the Father in my name, he may give it you. These things I command you, that you love one another.

Jesus speaks of remaining in His love and invites His disciples into a friendship rooted in trust. He no longer calls them servants but friends because He shares His life with them. This remarkable invitation reminds us that God desires a personal relationship with each of us. Our response should be one of gratitude and fidelity. As we remain in Christ’s love, we become capable of loving others more generously and living as authentic witnesses of the Gospel.

Daily Gospel – May 13, 2026

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John 16:12-15

I have yet many things to say to you: but you cannot bear them now. But when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will teach you all truth. For he shall not speak of himself: but what things soever he shall hear, he shall speak. And the things that are to come, he shall shew you. He shall glorify me: because he shall receive of mine and shall shew it to you. All things whatsoever the Father hath are mine. Therefore I said that he shall receive of me and shew it to you.

The Holy Spirit leads believers into the fullness of truth. Jesus knows that His disciples are not yet ready to understand everything, so He promises divine guidance. God continues to reveal His wisdom gradually as we grow in faith. This Gospel reminds us to remain humble and open to learning. The Spirit works within the Church and within our hearts, helping us discern God’s will. By listening attentively, we become more faithful followers of Christ.

Daily Gospel – May 12, 2026

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John 16:5-11

But I told you not these things from the beginning, because I was with you. And now I go to him that sent me, and none of you asketh me: Whither goest thou? But because I have spoken these things to you, sorrow hath filled your heart. But I tell you the truth: it is expedient to you that I go. For if I go not, the Paraclete will not come to you: but if I go, I will send him to you. And when he is come, he will convince the world of sin and of justice and of judgment. Of sin: because they believed not in me. And of justice: because I go to the Father: and you shall see me no longer. And of judgment: because the prince of this world is already judged.

Jesus explains that His departure will make way for the coming of the Holy Spirit. What initially seemed like a loss would become a blessing for the disciples. Often, God’s plans unfold in ways we do not immediately understand. This Gospel encourages us to trust His wisdom even when circumstances seem confusing. The Spirit helps us recognize God’s presence and purpose in our lives. Through faith, we learn that God can bring good from every situation.