27th Sunday in Ordinary Time

The 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time speaks about faith, trust, and the need to live rightly before God. In all three years, the readings show that faith is not just belief but action. God expects us to care for others, stay faithful in our work, and keep going even when it’s hard. The Gospel readings remind us that even a small amount of faith can do great things when we trust God.

In one year, Jesus tells the parable of the tenants who reject the landowner’s messengers. In another, He speaks about the power of a mustard-seed-sized faith. In another year, He calls His followers to do their duty without expecting praise. Each Gospel calls us to live humbly and serve with love. This Sunday helps us remember that God is patient but also calls us to live with purpose and obedience.

Click on the appropriate year below to see resources, themes, homilies, and more. See how to determine the correct year.

27th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A
27th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B
27th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C

Mass Readings for the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A

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• First Reading – Isaiah 5:1-7: God’s vineyard, Israel, produced wild grapes instead of good fruit. He will destroy it for failing to yield justice and righteousness.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 80: God planted Israel like a vine but allowed it to be ravaged. They pray for His protection and restoration, promising to stay faithful if He saves them.
• Second Reading – Philippians 4:6-9: Pray and give thanks to God, and His peace will guard you. Focus on virtuous things and continue practicing what you have learned.
• Gospel – Matthew 21:33-43: Jesus told a parable about tenants who killed the landowner’s son. The owner will punish them and lease the vineyard to others. Jesus warned that God’s kingdom would be given to those who produce fruit.

Mass Readings for the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B

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• First Reading – Genesis 2:18-24: God created animals and birds for man to name, but none was suitable. God then made a woman from man’s rib. Man recognized her as his equal and partner.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 128: Blessed are those who fear the Lord and follow his ways. They will enjoy prosperity, family blessings, and peace. May the Lord bless us throughout our lives.
• Second Reading – Hebrews 2:9-11: He was made lower than the angels to taste death for everyone. By God’s grace, he leads many to glory, becoming perfect through suffering and calling us “brothers.”
• Gospel – Mark 10:2-16: The Pharisees tested Jesus about divorce, and he emphasized God’s original design for marriage. He also welcomed children, stating the importance of receiving the kingdom of God like a child.

Mass Readings for the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C

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• First Reading – Habakkuk 1:2-3; 2:2-4: Despite witnessing violence and injustice, the plea for divine intervention is met with God’s instruction to record a future vision that promises fulfillment and vindicates the just who live by faith.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 95: We are called to worship joyfully, remember God as our creator and shepherd, and keep our hearts open, recalling the lessons from Meribah and Massah.
• Second Reading – 2 Timothy 1:6-8, 13-14: Reignite the divine gift within you, embracing God’s spirit of power, love, and discipline, and steadfastly proclaim your faith, guided and protected by the Holy Spirit.
• Gospel – Luke 17:5-10: Jesus teaches that even a small amount of faith can achieve great things and compares this to a servant’s duty, emphasizing that fulfilling obligations is simply doing what is expected.

Lookup Other Liturgical Dates in the Lectionary

The Bible and the Lectionary both contain Scripture, but they are used in different ways. The Bible has all the books of the Old and New Testaments and can be read in any order for prayer or study. The Lectionary is a book of selected Bible readings arranged for Mass. These readings follow the Church calendar and focus on key parts of the Bible. Each reading has a lectionary number to help keep track of when it is used.

The Lectionary is divided into sections for Sundays, weekdays, and feast days. Sunday readings follow a three-year cycle: Year A (Matthew), Year B (Mark), and Year C (Luke). Weekday readings follow a two-year cycle: Year I (odd years) and Year II (even years). The Gospel of John is read during special times. For example, the readings for the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time will have a specific lectionary number and readings that match that day’s theme.

How to Determine the Liturgical Year

The liturgical cycle is a three-year sequence of A, B, and C.

• 2024 is Year B
• 2025 is Year C
• 2026 is Year A
• 2027 is Year B
• 2028 is Year C
• 2029 is Year A
• 2030 is Year B
• 2031 is Year C
• … and so on

The 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time reminds us to stay faithful, even when things are hard. One year, Jesus talks about servants who work without praise. He says we should serve God with a willing heart, not for rewards. Another year shows the story of the wicked tenants who did not take care of what was given to them. This teaches that God trusts us with His gifts, but we must be faithful.

In another year, Jesus says that even a small amount of faith can do big things. He uses the image of a mustard seed. This tells us not to give up. God works through small acts when we trust Him. We are called to keep praying, serving, and loving others.

The 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time is about doing what is right, even when no one notices. God sees all things. He asks us to be steady and true, like workers who care for His field.

It is also a warning. If we reject His call, like the tenants in the story, we miss the good He wants for us. The readings remind us to live with care, trust, and purpose.

The readings for the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time ask us to reflect on our faith and actions. Do we do what is right, even when it is hard or unseen? Do we trust that God sees our quiet work? Think about what it means to be a faithful servant.

Take time to read and pray with the Scriptures. Ask yourself how you can care for what God has given you. Share your thoughts in the comments. Let others know how these readings speak to your life. Your words may help someone else stay strong in their faith.