May 2025: Mass Readings and Resources

May 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 May 2025 here. Learn more about lectionary cycles from the USCCB.

3rd Sunday of Easter

Sunday May 4, 2025

The Mass readings for the 3rd Sunday of Easter Year C emphasize the importance of evangelization, recognizing Jesus, enduring suffering for the gospel, and the universal praise of God by all creation. The apostles courageously proclaim the Good News despite persecution, all creatures unite in declaring Jesus as king, and Peter recognizes Jesus after a miraculous catch of fish.

4th Sunday of Easter – Good Shepherd Sunday

Sunday May 11, 2025

The Mass readings for the 4th Sunday of Easter Year C (Good Shepherd Sunday) highlight the themes of Jesus as the Good Shepherd, the importance of listening to God’s voice, the inclusivity of God’s love for all nations, the significance of interfaith relationships, and the manner in which we worship God. The readings demonstrate that Jesus calls people from all backgrounds to follow him, emphasizing the unity and diversity of God’s flock.

5th Sunday of Easter

Sunday May 18, 2025

The Mass readings for the 5th Sunday of Easter Year C emphasize the themes of love, community, the hope of heaven, and the challenges of discipleship. The readings encourage us to love one another as Jesus loves us, to find strength and support in community, and to persevere through difficulties in our journey towards the Kingdom of God. They also remind us of the ultimate reward of eternal joy and the promise that God will wipe away all tears and eliminate suffering in the new order of heaven.

6th Sunday of Easter

Sunday May 25, 2025

The Mass readings for the 6th Sunday of Easter Year C highlight the themes of the Holy Spirit’s guidance, God’s blessings upon us, the establishment of the Kingdom of God, and God’s faithfulness to His promises. The readings emphasize the role of the Holy Spirit in teaching and reminding us of Jesus’ teachings, the abundant blessings of God upon all nations, the vision of the new Jerusalem as a symbol of God’s glory, and Jesus’ assurance of sending the Holy Spirit to guide us in our journey of faith.