Daily readings

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Saints Marcellinus and Peter, Martyrs. Ordinary Time. Read the day's readings in one place for prayer, preparation, or quiet reflection.

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The on-site reading text is drawn from public-domain Douay-Rheims sources. Plain mode is a built-in reading aid that modernizes older wording for easier understanding while keeping the same Roman Catholic reading references for the day.

What are the Mass readings for Tuesday June 2, 2026?

The Catholic Mass readings for Tuesday June 2, 2026 are gathered on this page in their proper order: first reading 2 Peter 3:12-15a, 17-18, psalm Psalm 90:2, 3-4, 10, 14 and 16a, no second reading is appointed for this Mass,and Gospel Mark 12:13-17.

What is the Gospel for Tuesday June 2, 2026?

The Gospel for Tuesday June 2, 2026 is Mark 12:13-17. It appears below with the rest of the day's Catholic readings.

What is the Psalm for Tuesday June 2, 2026?

The psalm for Tuesday June 2, 2026 is Psalm 90:2, 3-4, 10, 14 and 16a. It is included below in the same reading order used at Mass, between the first reading and the Gospel.

Are these the USCCB daily readings for Tuesday June 2, 2026?

The same day's Catholic readings are gathered here on-site, with the official readings link available below in the source note.

First Reading

2 Peter 3:12-15a, 17-18

How to approach it

Read this as the first big movement of the day. Notice what God is doing, who is speaking, and what part of the story or teaching should stay with you.

3:12Looking for and hasting to the coming of the day of the Lord, by which the heavens being on fire shall be dissolved, and the elements shall melt with the burning heat?

13But we look for new heavens and a new earth according to his promises, in which righteousness dwells.

14Therefore, dearly beloved, waiting for these things, be diligent that you may be found before him unspotted and blameless in peace.

15And account the longsuffering of our Lord, salvation; as also our most dear brother Paul, according to the wisdom given him, has written to you:

17You therefore, brothers and sisters, knowing these things before, take heed, lest being led aside by the error of the unwise, you fall from your own steadfastness.

18But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and to the day of eternity. Amen.

Psalm

Psalm 90:2, 3-4, 10, 14 and 16a

How to pray it

The psalm is meant to be prayed, not rushed. If the wording feels older, focus on the main movement of the prayer: trust, praise, sorrow, gratitude, or hope.

90:2Before the mountains were made, or the earth and the world was formed; from eternity and to eternity you are God.

3Turn not man away to be brought low: and you have said: Be converted, O you people.

4For a thousand years in your sight are as yesterday, which is past. And as a watch in the night,

10the days of our years in them are threescore and ten years. But if in the strong they be fourscore years: and what is more of them is work and sorrow. For mildness is come upon us: and we shall be corrected.

14We are satisfied in the morning with your mercy: and we have rejoiced, and are delighted all our days.

16Look upon your servants and upon their works: and direct their children.

Gospel

Mark 12:13-17

What to watch for

The Gospel is the center of the reading set. Pay close attention to what Jesus says, what Jesus does, and what response he is asking for.

12:13And they sent to him some of the Pharisees and of the Herodians; that they should catch him in his words.

14Who coming, say to him: Master, we know that you are a true speaker, and carest not for any man; for you regardest not the person of men, but teachest the way of God in truth. Is it lawful to give tribute to Caesar; or shall we not give it?

15Who knowing their wiliness, says to them: Why tempt you me? bring me a penny that I may see it.

16And they brought it him. And he says to them: Whose is this image and inscription? They say to him, Caesar's.

17And Jesus answering, said to them: Render therefore to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's. And they marvelled at him.

How the readings move through Mass today

The Liturgy of the Word normally moves from the first reading to the psalm, then to the second reading when one is appointed, then to the Gospel, and then into the homily. On weekday Masses, the second reading is often omitted, so the Church moves from the psalm directly to the Gospel.

First Reading

2 Peter 3:12-15a, 17-18

The first reading is usually taken from the Old Testament. It prepares the heart to hear how God has been acting through his covenant and promises.

Psalm

Psalm 90:2, 3-4, 10, 14 and 16a

The psalm is the Church’s prayerful response to the first reading. It helps the congregation answer God’s word with trust, praise, repentance, or hope.

Second Reading

Usually omitted today

There is no second reading at many weekday Masses. On days like this, the liturgy moves from the psalm directly to the Gospel.

Gospel

Mark 12:13-17

The Gospel is the high point of the Liturgy of the Word. Catholics stand because Christ himself speaks to his people in a special way through the Gospel proclamation.

Homily

After the Gospel

The homily follows the Gospel. It should gather the day’s readings together, explain the mystery being celebrated, and help people carry the word of God into ordinary life.

What the homily usually draws together

A Catholic homily usually gathers the first reading, the psalm, and the Gospel into one spiritual movement. It may explain how the Old Testament prepares for Christ, how the apostles witness to the risen Lord, how the psalm teaches the Church to pray, and how the Gospel calls for faith and conversion now.

If you are preparing before Mass, try to carry one sentence, one image, or one invitation from the readings with you. That usually makes the homily easier to follow because you already know what part of God's word has stayed with you.

What about the Prayers of the Faithful for Tuesday June 2, 2026?

The Prayers of the Faithful are usually written locally by a parish, diocese, or celebrant, so there is not always one universal text for this exact day. The scriptural readings above are the stable part the whole Church receives, and they usually shape the petitions that follow at Mass.

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The day's references and liturgical celebration data come from the Catholic Readings API, while the on-site scripture text is rendered from public-domain Douay-Rheims sources so the day's readings can be read directly on the page.