Daily Devotions December 26 - January 1, 2022
Sunday, December 26, 2021
Prayer of the Day
Shine into our hearts the light of your wisdom, 0 God, and open our minds to the knowledge of your word, that in all things we may think and act according to your good will and may live continually in the
light of your Son, Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia. Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, and let the word of Christ
dwell in you richly. Alleluia. (Col. 3:15, 16)
1 Samuel 2:18-20, 26
The boy Samuel grew in favor with the LORD and the people
Psalm 148
The splendor of the LORD is over earth and heaven. (Ps. 148:13)
or Colossians 3:12-17
Clothe yourselves in love; let the peace of Christ rule your hearts
Luke 2:41-52
The boy Jesus increased in wisdom, and in divine and human favor
Monday, December 27, 2021
John, Apostle and Evangelist
Genesis 1:1-5, 26-31
Psalm 116:12-19
1 John 1:1-2:2
John 21:20-25
Tuesday, December 28, 2021
The Holy Innocents, martyrs
Jeremiah 31:15-17
Psalm 124
1 Peter 4:12-19
Matthew 2:13-18
Wednesday, December 29 2021
Stephen, Deacon and Martyr (transferred)
2 Chronicles 24:17-22
Psalm 17:1-9, 15
Acts 6:8-7:2a, 51-60
Matthew 23:34-39
Friday, December 31, 2021
New Year's Eve
Ecclesiastes 3:1-13
Psalm 8
Revelation 21:1-6a
Matthew 25:31-46
Name of Jesus
Numbers 6:22-27
Psalm 8
Galatians 4:4-7 or
Philippians 2:5-11
Luke 2:15-21
New Year's Day