Daily Bible readings

These short readings are those read, day by day, at community prayer in Taizé. The Bible reference given indicates a slightly longer passage.

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SUN, 6 July

Jesus said: The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. So pray that the Lord of the harvest may send out workers into his harvest.

Luke 10:1-9

Mon, 7 July

Be always joyful, pray continually and give thanks in all circumstances.

1 Thessalonians 5:12-22

Tue, 8 July

The Word of God remains for ever. And this Word is the Good News that has been proclaimed to you.

1 Peter 1:22-25

Wed, 9 July

Moses said to the people of God: If you return to and obey the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul, then God will have compassion on you.

Deuteronomy 30:1-14

Thu, 10 July

With thankfulness on my lips, I will praise the Lord before all people. For he stands at the side of the poor to save them from those who condemn them.

Psalms 109:21-31

Fri, 11 July

God wanted all his fullness to dwell in Christ, and through him to reconcile all things to himself.

Colossians 1:15-20

Sat, 12 July

Jesus said to his disciples: Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the Kingdom of God.

Luke 12:22-32

SUN, 13 July

Jesus’ disciples came to him and he taught them saying: Happy are the poor in spirit, the kingdom of heaven is theirs.

Matthew 5:1-12