Monday of the 9th Week in Ordinary Time

• First Reading – 2 Peter 1:2-7: God has given us all we need for life and devotion. Grow in faith, virtue, knowledge, self-control, endurance, devotion, affection, and love.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 91: Those who trust in God find refuge and strength. God will rescue, protect, and honor them, granting long life and salvation.
• Gospel – Mark 12:1-12: Jesus tells a parable about a vineyard owner whose tenants mistreat and kill his servants and son. The owner will punish them and give the vineyard to others. The leaders realize this parable is about them.

A man planted a vineyard, put a hedge around it, dug a wine press, and built a tower. Then he leased it to tenant farmers and left on a journey. 

Mark 12:1

Monday of the 9th Week in Ordinary Time Cycle 2 reminds us of God’s gifts and our response. The readings emphasize growth in virtue and faithfulness to God’s mission.

• God’s Gifts: God gives us everything we need for life and devotion. We should use these gifts to live faithfully and grow in virtue.
• Growth in Virtue: We are called to grow in faith, virtue, knowledge, self-control, endurance, devotion, affection, and love. These qualities help us live as God wants.
• Faithfulness: God expects us to be faithful to Him. The tenants in the parable were not faithful and faced punishment.
• Accountability: The parable shows that we are accountable to God for our actions. The tenants were punished for their wrongdoing.
• Judgment: God will judge those who reject His messengers. The tenants killed the servants and the son, showing rejection of God’s message.
• New Covenant: The vineyard given to others represents the new covenant. God’s blessings are given to those who are faithful to Him.
• Leadership: The parable criticizes the leaders who failed to guide the people. They recognized that Jesus spoke about them.

The themes of Monday of the 9th Week in Ordinary Time Cycle 2 remind us to use God’s gifts well and be faithful. God holds us accountable and calls us to grow in virtue and faith.

On Monday of the 9th Week in Ordinary Time Cycle 2, we reflect on the gifts God gives us. In the first reading from 2 Peter, we learn that God provides everything we need for life and devotion. These gifts help us grow in faith and virtue.

Peter lists qualities we should develop: faith, virtue, knowledge, self-control, endurance, devotion, affection, and love. Each quality builds on the other. As we grow in these areas, we become more like Christ.

God wants us to grow in these virtues. This growth helps us live as He wants. It makes us better people and better followers of Jesus.

Faithfulness and Accountability

In the Gospel from Mark, Jesus tells a parable about a vineyard owner. The tenants mistreat and kill the owner’s servants and son. The owner punishes them and gives the vineyard to others.

This parable shows that God expects us to be faithful. The tenants were not faithful and faced consequences. God holds us accountable for our actions.

The leaders understood the parable was about them. They knew they were not guiding the people properly. Jesus’ words were a warning to them and to us.

Living Out the Message

Monday of the 9th Week in Ordinary Time Cycle 2 calls us to reflect on our own lives. Are we using God’s gifts well? Are we growing in the virtues Peter mentions?

We should strive to be faithful and accountable. God has given us much, and He expects much from us. Let us pray for the strength to live according to His will.

Prayer

Lord, help us to grow in faith, virtue, and love. Guide us to use Your gifts well and live faithfully. Give us the strength to be accountable and to follow Your ways. Amen.

Word on Fire: The Crazy Love of God

In his reflection for the Monday of the 9th Week in Ordinary Time Cycle 2, Bishop Robert Barron discusses the parable of the vineyard and the tenants. The vineyard represents Israel and the world, created by God for His people. The tenants’ violent rejection of the landowner’s servants mirrors humanity’s rejection of prophets and messengers. Despite this, the landowner sends his beloved son, symbolizing God sending His only Son, Jesus, even knowing the outcome. This reflects God’s extraordinary patience and love for humanity. God’s “crazy love” is seen in His willingness to offer His Son for our salvation.

What date is Monday of the 9th Week in Ordinary Time Cycle 2?

The next date is Monday June 1, 2026.

Cycle 1 is used in odd numbered years and Cycle 2 is used in even numbered years. The gospel is the same for both years. For odd numbered years see Monday of the 9th Week in Ordinary Time Cycle 1.

What are the Mass readings for Monday of the 9th Week in Ordinary Time Cycle 2?

The Mass readings for Monday June 1, 2026 are:
First Reading  – 2 Peter 1:2-7: Growing in Faith and Virtue
Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 91: Trust in God
Gospel – Mark 12:1-12: The Parable of the Tenants

What does 2 Peter 1:2-7 mean when it says God has given us everything we need for life and devotion?

It means God provides us with all the tools and guidance we need to live good and faithful lives. We just need to use them.

What are the virtues listed in 2 Peter 1:5-7, and why are they important?

The virtues are faith, virtue, knowledge, self-control, endurance, devotion, affection, and love. They help us grow as Christians and live as God wants.

How can we grow in these virtues in our daily lives?

We can grow in these virtues by praying, reading the Bible, and practicing them in our actions. For example, we can show love by helping others.

What is the main message of the parable in Mark 12:1-12?

The main message is that God expects us to be faithful and accountable. The tenants were not, so they were punished.

Why did the tenants in the parable mistreat and kill the servants and the son?

The tenants were greedy and wanted to keep the vineyard for themselves. They did not respect the owner’s authority.

How does the parable in Mark 12:1-12 apply to our lives?

It reminds us to be faithful to God and respectful of His messengers. We should not be greedy or selfish.

Why did the leaders realize the parable was about them?

The leaders knew they were not guiding the people properly. They saw themselves in the story Jesus told.

What can we learn from the readings for Monday of the 9th Week in Ordinary Time Cycle 2?

We learn to use God’s gifts well and grow in virtue. We also learn to be faithful and accountable.

How can we be more accountable to God in our daily lives?

We can be more accountable by following His teachings, helping others, and praying for guidance.

Why is it important to reflect on the readings for Monday of the 9th Week in Ordinary Time Cycle 2?

Reflecting helps us understand God’s message and apply it to our lives. It helps us grow as Christians.