August 2025
Mass Readings and Free Resources
August 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 August 2025 here.
Sundays and Holy Days in August 2025
18th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday August 3, 2025
The 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C reminds us not to place our trust in wealth or things. Money, comfort, and success can disappear quickly. We may work hard, but if we only chase what we can see or own, we miss what truly matters. Life is short, and we do not know when it will end.
The 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C invites us to focus on God instead of storing up treasures on earth. God wants us to be rich in love, mercy, and faith. These are the things that last. When we live with this in mind, we find peace and purpose.
19th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday August 10, 2025
The 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C instructs us to live each day with trust in God. We do not know when Jesus will return, so we are called to stay ready. This means living with care, doing what is right, and keeping our faith strong.
This Sunday also helps us think about how we use the gifts God has given us. We are stewards. We are meant to serve, not just wait. The 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C teaches that faith is active. We show our love for God by how we live each day.
Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Friday August 15, 2025
The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary celebrates that Mary was taken into heaven, body and soul. She followed Jesus with her whole heart. At the end of her life, God brought her home to be with Him forever.
This feast shows us what God wants for all of us. Mary stayed close to God and said yes to His plan. She reminds us to live with faith, love, and trust. The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary gives us hope that one day we too will be with God in heaven.
20th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday August 17, 2025
The 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C tells us that following Jesus is not always easy. His message brings truth, but not everyone wants to hear it. Some will push back. Even families may feel tension when one person chooses to follow Christ fully. Faith can cause division, but Jesus calls us to stay strong and keep going.
This Sunday helps us see that real faith takes courage. We may face hard moments, but we are not alone. Jesus knows what it’s like to be rejected. The 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C asks us to stay faithful, even when it’s tough.
21st Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday August 24, 2025
The 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C reminds us that God’s love is for everyone. He calls people from all over the world to follow Him. It does not matter where we are from or what our past looks like. What matters is how we respond to His call.
This Sunday also teaches us that following God takes effort. The path is not always easy. We must make real choices and not wait too long. God wants us to stay strong, even when life is hard. On the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C, we are asked to keep moving forward with faith, trusting that God will guide us.
22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday August 31, 2025
The 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C teaches us about humility and kindness. It reminds us not to seek honor for ourselves. Instead, we are called to think of others and take the lower place. This goes against what the world often tells us. But Jesus shows us that true greatness comes when we are small in our own eyes.
This Sunday also reminds us to care for people who are often forgotten. We are told to welcome those who cannot pay us back. That includes the poor, the sick, and the lonely. The 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C shows us that God sees what others miss. He honors the quiet giver and lifts up the humble.
In the end, this is a message about how to live with love. We do not need to fight for attention or praise. We just need to serve, welcome others, and trust God to reward us in His time.
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