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.

2026

SUN, 21 June

How great an effect the grace of God has had, coming to so many and so plentifully as a free gift through the one man, Jesus Christ!

Romans 5:15-17

Mon, 22 June

The Lord said to Abraham, “Leave your country, your kinsfolk and your father’s house for the land I will show you.” And Abraham set out, as the Lord had told him.

Genesis 12:1-5

Tue, 23 June

The Lord said to Jeremiah: If you come back, I will take you back, and you shall stand before me. I am with you to save you and free you.

Jeremiah 15:15-21

Wed, 24 June

Zechariah, father of John the Baptist, prophesied: You, little child, will be called Prophet of the Most High, for you will go before the Lord to prepare a way for him.

Luke 1:67-79

Thu, 25 June

A leper came to Jesus and said, “If you are willing, you can cleanse me.” Filled with compassion, Jesus stretched out his hand and touched him, saying, “I am willing. Be clean!”

Mark 1:40-45

Fri, 26 June

Share in my sufferings for the Gospel, relying on the power of God who has saved us and called us to be holy.

2 Timothy 1:6-11

Sat, 27 June

May the God of perseverance and encouragement give you a spirit of unity among yourselves, so that with one heart and one voice you may glorify God.

Romans 15:1-6

SUN, 28 June

We believe that if we died with Christ then we shall live with him too.

Romans 6:4-11