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