Scriptures for the Month

For January 2026, scriptures focus on the Epiphany, the Baptism of the Lord, and the start of Ordinary Time, with readings like Isaiah 60:1-6 (Epiphany) and Matthew 3:13-17 (Baptism), alongside daily themes of new creation (2 Corinthians 5:17), God's faithfulness (Lamentations 3:22-23), and calls to wisdom and discipleship.

• Here are some key scripture themes and specific readings for January 2026:

  Major Feasts & Sundays:

  • January 1 (Solemnity of Mary): Acts 10:34-43, Psalm 67, Galatians 4:4-7, John 12:20-33 (focusing on God's blessing and the coming of Jesus).

  • January 4 (Epiphany of the Lord): Isaiah 60:1-6, Psalm 72, Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6, Matthew 2:1-12 (light to the nations).

  • January 11 (Baptism of the Lord): Isaiah 42:1-9, Psalm 29, Acts 10:34-43, Matthew 3:13-17 (Jesus's baptism and God's beloved Son).

  • January 18 (Second Sunday in Ordinary Time): Isaiah 49:1-7, Psalm 40, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42 (God's servant, the Lamb of God).

  • January 25 (Third Sunday in Ordinary Time): Isaiah 9:1-4, Psalm 27, 1 Corinthians 1:10-18, Matthew 4:12-23 (light in darkness, call to discipleship). 

  Daily Themes & Verses:

  • New Beginnings (Jan 1): 2 Corinthians 5:17 ("If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation").

  • God's Faithfulness: Lamentations 3:22-23 ("His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning").

  • Wisdom & Direction: Proverbs 3:5-6 ("Trust in the Lord with all your heart").

  • Holiness & Law: Exodus 19-20 (God's revelation at Sinai).