October 2024 is Year B in the Sunday liturgical cycle and Year 2 in the weekday cycle. See Mass readings resources for specific Sundays and feast days in for October 2024 here. Learn more about lectionary cycles from the USCCB.
Sundays and Holy Days in October 2024
27th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday October 6, 2024
The readings for the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B center around marriage, relationships, and the blessings of family life. They highlight God’s creation of a suitable partner for man, the joy of children and family, Jesus’ unity with humanity, and his teachings against divorce while blessing children.
28th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday October 13, 2024
The readings for the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B challenge us to prioritize trust in God over attachment to material possessions. They emphasize the value of wisdom, accountability for our choices, and the difficulty for the wealthy to enter the Kingdom of God. These readings prompt discussions on detaching from worldly goods and focusing on spiritual wealth.
29th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday October 20, 2024
The readings for the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B highlight the theme of discipleship and the cost it entails. The first reading prophesies Jesus’ sacrificial mission for humanity, while the second reading assures us that Jesus understands our weaknesses. In the gospel, Jesus teaches his disciples about the importance of humility and servanthood in following him. These readings invite reflection on themes of humility, sacrifice, mercy, authority, and leadership in the context of discipleship.
30th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday October 27, 2024
The Mass readings for the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B focus on the theme of spiritual blindness and how Jesus can give us new vision. The first reading speaks of God gathering and healing His people, while the gospel recounts the healing of Bartimaeus, a blind beggar. These readings prompt us to reflect on sight, healing, prayer, courage, faith, and the power of Jesus’ call in our lives.
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