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January 2025

Mass Readings and Free Resources

January 2025 is Year C in the Sunday liturgical cycle and Year 1 in the weekday cycle. See Mass readings resources for specific Sundays and feast days in for all of January 2025 here.

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Sundays and Holy Days in January 2025

Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God

Wednesday January 1, 2025

The Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God celebrates Mary’s significant role as the mother of Jesus. The readings emphasize the blessing of peace, the divine plan of salvation through Mary, and Mary’s contemplative reflection on the events surrounding Jesus’ birth. Key themes include Mary as our mother, the challenges and joys of parenthood, and our identity as children of God.

The Feast of the Epiphany of Our Lord

Sunday January 5, 2025


The Feast of the Epiphany of Our Lord commemorates the revelation of Jesus Christ to all people. The readings depict the journey of the Magi who followed a star to worship the newborn King. Key themes include seeking closeness to God, embracing diversity, and recognizing the guiding signs in our lives.

Baptism of The Lord

Sunday January 12, 2025

The Feast of the Baptism of the Lord Year C celebrates the revelation of Jesus Christ as God’s beloved Son and the effects of the Holy Spirit. The readings highlight Jesus’ mission as the chosen servant and emphasize the significance of baptism. Key themes include recognizing ourselves as beloved by God, the transformative power of the Holy Spirit, and reflecting on the meaning of baptism in our lives.

2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sunday January 19, 2025

The 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C highlights the Church as the bride of Christ. The readings emphasize God’s love for His people, the manifestation of spiritual gifts, and the significance of the wedding at Cana where Jesus performed His first miracle. Key themes include the sacrament of Matrimony, utilizing our gifts for the benefit of others, and the intercessory role of Mary as our Mother.

3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sunday January 26, 2025

The 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C emphasizes the call to ministry and the significance of scripture. The readings highlight the teaching and interpretation of the law, the unity of believers as parts of the body of Christ, and Jesus’ public ministry as He proclaims the fulfillment of scripture. Key themes include the sacrament of Holy Orders, the universal priesthood of believers, the importance of scripture study and knowledge, fostering a sense of community, and reaching out to those who feel excluded.

January 2025

SundayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
1
Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God (SOLEMNITY)

World Day of Peace
2
Christmas Weekday on January 2

Saints Basil the Great and Gregory Nazianzen, Doctors of the Church (Memorial)
3
Christmas Weekday on January 3

The Holy Name of Jesus (Optional Memorial)
4
Christmas Weekday on January 4

Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton (Memorial)
5
Epiphany of Our Lord
6
Monday after Epiphany

St. André Bessette, religious (Optional memorial)
7
Tuesday after Epiphany

St. Raymond of Peñafort, priest (Optional memorial)
8
Wednesday after Epiphany
9
Thursday after Epiphany
10
Friday after Epiphany
11
Saturday after Epiphany
12
Baptism of the Lord Year C
13
Monday of the 1st Week in Ordinary Time

St. Hilary, bishop and doctor of the Church (Optional memorial)
14
Tuesday of the 1st Week in Ordinary Time
15
Wednesday of the 1st Week in Ordinary Time
16
Thursday of the 1st Week in Ordinary Time
17
Friday of the 1st Week in Ordinary Time

St. Anthony, abbot (Memorial)
18
Saturday of the 1st Week in Ordinary Time

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Begins
19
2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C
20
Monday of the 2nd Week in Ordinary Time

St. Fabian, pope and martyr (Optional memorial)

St. Sebastian, martyr (Optional Memorial)
21
Tuesday of the 2nd Week in Ordinary Time

Saint Agnes of Rome (Memorial)
22
Wednesday of the 2nd Week in Ordinary Time

Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children (Optional Memorial)
23
Thursday of the 2nd Week in Ordinary Time

St. Vincent, deacon and martyr (Optional memorial)

St. Marianne Cope, virgin (Optional memorial)
24
Friday of the 2nd Week in Ordinary Time

St. Francis de Sales, bishop and doctor of the Church (Memorial)
25
The Conversion of Saint Paul (FEAST)
26
3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C

Word of God Sunday
27
Monday of the 3rd Week in Ordinary Time

Saint Angela Merici (Optional Memorial)
28
Tuesday of the 3rd Week in Ordinary Time

Saint Thomas Aquinas, Priest and Doctor of the Church (Memorial)
29
Wednesday of the 3rd Week in Ordinary Time
30
Thursday of the 3rd Week in Ordinary Time
31
Friday of the 3rd Week in Ordinary Time

Saint John Bosco, Priest (Memorial)

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