The mass readings for May are as follows –
The readings and reflections on them can be found on www.wednesdayword.org
Sunday May 21st – The Sixth Sunday of Easter
First Reading: The Gospel Spreads to Samaria – Acts of the Apostles 8; 5-18, 14-17
Second Reading: Defence of the Faith – 1 Peter 3, 15-18
Gospel Reading: The Advocate whom the Father will send – John 14; 15-21
Sunday May 14th – The Fifth Sunday of Easter
First Reading: The Appointment of Deacons – Acts of the Apostles 6; 1-7
Second Reading: A Royal Priesthood – 1 Peter 2; 4-9
Gospel Reading: Jesus Warns of his Departure – John 14; 1-12
Sunday May 7th – The Fourth Sunday of Easter
First Reading: The First Conversions – Acts of the Apostles 2; 14,16-31
Second Reading: The Example of Christ – 1 Peter 2; 20-25
Gospel Reading: The Good Shepherd – John 10; 1-10