Mass Readings — Thursday, June 18, 2026

Thursday, June 18, 2026

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The Readings at Mass Today

First ReadingSirach 48:1-14

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Responsorial PsalmPsalms 97:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7

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GospelMatthew 6:7-15

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Weekday of the Eleventh Week in Ordinary Time (USCCB Liturgical Calendar 2026).

Pray with the Church today

These are the readings appointed in the Catholic lectionary for Thursday, June 18, 2026 — the same Scriptures proclaimed at every Catholic Mass around the world today. Reading and praying over them is one of the simplest ways to enter into the Church's daily liturgy, whether or not you are able to attend Mass in person.

If you would like to receive these readings at Mass, you can find a Catholic church near you and check its Mass times. You can also read about today's saint or explore the liturgical calendar.

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