Daily Mass Readings – Monday, 11 January 2027

1 God, who, at sundry times and in divers manners, spoke in times past to the fathers by the prophets, last of all,

2 In these days hath spoken to us by his Son, whom he hath appointed heir of all things, by whom also he made the world.

3 Who being the brightness of his glory, and the figure of his substance, and upholding all things by the word of his power, making purgation of sins, sitteth on the right hand of the majesty on high.

4 Being made so much better than the angels, as he hath inherited a more excellent name than they.

5 For to which of the angels hath he said at any time, Thou art my Son, today have I begotten thee? And again, I will be to him a Father, and he shall be to me a Son?

6 And again, when he bringeth in the first begotten into the world, he saith: And let all the angels of God adore him.

R. (7c) Let all his angels worship him.

1 The Lord hath reigned, let the earth rejoice: let many islands be glad.

2b Justice and judgment are the establishment of his throne.

R. Let all his angels worship him.

6 The heavens declared his justice: and all people saw his glory.

7c Adore him, all you his angels:

R. Let all his angels worship him.

9 For thou art the most high Lord over all the earth: thou art exalted exceedingly above all gods.

R. Let all his angels worship him.

R. Alleluia, alleluia.

15 The Kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the Gospel.

R. Alleluia, alleluia.

14 And after that John was delivered up, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God,

15 And saying: The time is accomplished, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent, and believe the gospel.

16 And passing by the sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and Andrew his brother, casting nets into the sea (for they were fishermen).

17 And Jesus said to them: Come after me, and I will make you to become fishers of men.

18 And immediately leaving their nets, they followed him.

19 And going on from thence a little farther, he saw James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother, who also were mending their nets in the ship:

20 And forthwith he called them. And leaving their father Zebedee in the ship with his hired men, they followed him.

God has spoken in many ways, but his word reaches its fullness in Jesus, the Son through whom all things were made. He bears the brightness of God’s glory, sustains creation, and brings purification from sin. The angels worship him because he is Lord over all; yet this glorious Son comes near, walking along the shore and calling ordinary fishermen to follow him.

His proclamation is simple and urgent: the kingdom of God is at hand. Repentance is more than regret; it is turning toward the King who has come among us. Simon, Andrew, James, and John show what faith can look like when it hears Christ’s voice: they leave their nets and follow. Their response challenges us to notice what we cling to and what may keep us from answering Jesus freely. Christ does not merely give information about God’s kingdom. He calls us into it, reshaping our lives and making us useful for gathering others toward him. The One adored by angels still speaks personally, and his word deserves a trusting response.

Lord Jesus, radiant Son of the Father, you sustain all things and cleanse us from sin. Let your word reach the places in me that resist conversion. Give me faith to believe that your kingdom is truly near, and courage to leave behind whatever keeps me from following you. Teach me to recognize your call in the duties and relationships of each day. Shape my life into an instrument that helps others encounter your mercy. May I worship you with the angels and serve you with a willing heart. Amen.