Daily Mass Readings – Saturday, 14 November 2026

5 Dearly beloved, thou dost faithfully whatever thou dost for the brethren, and that for strangers,

6 Who have given testimony to thy charity in the sight of the church: whom thou shalt do well to bring forward on their way in a manner worthy of God.

7 Because, for his name they went out, taking nothing of the Gentiles.

8 We therefore ought to receive such, that we may be fellow helpers of the truth.

R. (1a) Blessed the man who fears the Lord.

or

R. Alleluia.

1 Blessed is the man that feareth the Lord: he shall delight exceedingly in his commandments.

2 His seed shall be mighty upon earth: the generation of the righteous shall be blessed.

R. Blessed the man who fears the Lord.

or

R. Alleluia.

3 Glory and wealth shall be in his house: and his justice remaineth for ever and ever.

4 To the righteous a light is risen up in darkness: he is merciful, and compassionate and just.

R. Blessed the man who fears the Lord.

or

R. Alleluia.

5 Acceptable is the man that sheweth mercy and lendeth: he shall order his words with judgment:

6 Because he shall not be moved for ever.

R. Blessed the man who fears the Lord.

or

R. Alleluia.

R. Alleluia, alleluia.

14 God has called us through the Gospel, to possess the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ.

R. Alleluia, alleluia.

1 And he spoke also a parable to them, that we ought always to pray, and not to faint,

2 Saying: There was a judge in a certain city, who feared not God, nor regarded man.

3 And there was a certain widow in that city, and she came to him, saying: Avenge me of my adversary.

4 And he would not for a long time. But afterwards he said within himself: Although I fear not God, nor regard man,

5 Yet because this widow is troublesome to me, I will avenge her, lest continually coming she weary me.

6 And the Lord said: Hear what the unjust judge saith.

7 And will not God revenge his elect who cry to him day and night: and will he have patience in their regard?

8 I say to you, that he will quickly revenge them. But yet the Son of man, when he cometh, shall he find, think you, faith on earth?

Jesus urges us to pray always and not lose heart. The widow keeps bringing her plea before an unjust judge, not because he is compassionate, but because she refuses to abandon her hope of justice. If even such a judge finally responds, how much more will God hear his chosen ones who cry to him day and night? The question Jesus leaves with us is whether persistent prayer will preserve faith in our hearts.

The other readings show what that faith looks like when it becomes visible: welcoming those who labor for the Gospel, helping them on their journey, showing mercy, and acting with justice. Prayer is not escape from faithful action. It keeps us steady enough to serve the truth and generous enough to support those who serve it. The righteous person described in the psalm remains compassionate even in darkness, trusting that God’s light will rise. Our prayers may seem to wait for an answer, but they can already form us into people who persevere, give, and welcome. Faith endures when it continues to turn toward God and continues to do good.

Merciful Father, teach me to pray with the widow’s perseverance and to trust your justice when answers seem delayed. Keep my faith from growing faint. Make my prayer fruitful in patient service, generous hospitality, and compassion toward those who carry the Gospel. Give me courage to support your servants and to welcome strangers as fellow helpers in the truth. When darkness surrounds me, let your light guide my words and actions. May I remain faithful in seeking you, confident that you hear every sincere cry and strengthen all who place their hope in you. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.