November 2024: Mass Readings and Resources

November 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 November 2024 here. Learn more about lectionary cycles from the USCCB.

All Saints Day

Friday November 1, 2024

On the Solemnity of All Saints, which is celebrated on November 1, we honor all men and women who dedicated themselves to serving the Lord during their earthly lives. We recognize them as a community of saints and seek their intercession so that we too may one day join them in heaven. The Mass readings for this day highlight the rewards and blessings awaiting those who endure persecution for the sake of Christ, reminding us of the ultimate joy and glory that await the faithful in heaven.

31st Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sunday November 3, 2024

The readings for the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B prompt us to reflect on our obedience to God’s commandments, both in our thoughts and in our hearts. In the first reading, Moses emphasizes the love of God above all else, while the second reading highlights the eternal priesthood of Jesus. In the gospel, Jesus commends a man who understands the importance of the Great Commandment. These readings explore themes such as the Ten Commandments, the call to love, loyalty, different types of love, and the role of Church laws (Magisterium).

32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sunday November 10, 2024

The readings for the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B challenge us to remember that all we have comes from God and to give generously. The first reading depicts a widow who shares her meager resources with Elijah and is rewarded with abundance. In the gospel, Jesus observes a poor widow who gives sacrificially from her poverty. These readings invite reflection on themes such as counting our blessings, charity, service, generosity, trust in God, giving our whole heart, examining what we are holding back, and avoiding comparisons and looking down on others.

33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sunday November 17, 2024

The readings for the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B focus on heavenly battles and being prepared. The first reading introduces St. Michael the Archangel as a guardian. The second reading highlights Jesus’ perfect offering for us, and in the gospel, Jesus speaks of coming darkness and the need to be ready. These readings invite reflection on topics such as archangels, angels, spiritual battles, readiness for the end, the temporary nature of worldly things, and the everlasting nature of God.

Solemnity of Christ the King

Sunday November 24, 2024

The Mass readings for the Solemnity of Christ the King Year B center around the theme of true kingship. The first reading foretells the coming of the Son of Man who receives dominion and kingship over all nations. The second reading from Revelation describes Jesus as the one who loves us, frees us from sin, and establishes us as a kingdom of priests. In the gospel, Jesus reveals that his kingdom is not of this world. These readings prompt reflection on the concept of Jesus as the true King, the relationship between the Mass and the Book of Revelation, Jesus in the context of spiritual battle, and the characteristics of his kingdom.