Saturday, August 29, 2026

Passion of Saint John the Baptist — his martyrdom

Red · memorial

First Reading — See today's Mass readings

The daily readings for today's Mass are available from your local diocese or the USCCB (bible.usccb.org). Full lectionary integration is coming — for now, join us in the reflection below.

Responsorial Psalm — Ps 27:1

The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom should I fear?

Gospel — See today's Gospel

Sit for a moment with the Lord. Ask Him what He wishes to say to you this Saturday.

Today the Church honors Passion of Saint John the Baptist — his martyrdom. Let this feast draw your heart into the great story of salvation — and into a small, concrete act of love today.