Daily readings

Friday, October 9, 2026

Saint Denis and Companions Martyrs/Saint John Leonardi, Priest. Ordinary Time. Read the day's readings in one place for prayer, preparation, or quiet reflection.

CelebrationSaint Denis and Companions Martyrs/Saint John Leonardi, Priest

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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 Friday October 9, 2026?

The Catholic Mass readings for Friday October 9, 2026 are gathered on this page in their proper order: first reading Galatians 3:7-14, psalm Psalm 111:1b-2, 3-4, 5-6, no second reading is appointed for this Mass,and Gospel Luke 11:15-26.

What is the Gospel for Friday October 9, 2026?

The Gospel for Friday October 9, 2026 is Luke 11:15-26. It appears below with the rest of the day's Catholic readings.

What is the Psalm for Friday October 9, 2026?

The psalm for Friday October 9, 2026 is Psalm 111:1b-2, 3-4, 5-6. 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 Friday October 9, 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

Galatians 3:7-14

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.

3:7Know you therefore, that they who are of faith, the same are the children of Abraham.

8And the scripture, foreseeing, that God justifieth the Gentiles by faith, told to Abraham before: In you shall all nations be blessed.

9Therefore those who are of faith, shall be blessed with faithful Abraham.

10For as many as are of the works of the law, are under a curse. For it is written: Cursed is every one, that remains not in all things, which are written in the book of the law to do them.

11But that in the law no man is justified with God, it is clear: because the righteous man liveth by faith.

12But the law is not of faith: but, The one who does those things, shall live in them.

13Christ has redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written: Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree:

14That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Christ Jesus: that we may receive the promise of the Spirit by faith.

Psalm

Psalm 111:1b-2, 3-4, 5-6

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.

111:1I will praise you, O Lord, with all my heart; in the council of the righteous: and in the congregation.

2Great are the works of the Lord: sought out according to all his wills

3His work is praise and magnificence: and his righteousness continueth forever and ever.

4He has made a remembrance of his wonderful works, being a merciful and gracious Lord:

5he has given food to them that fear him. He will be mindful forever of his covenant:

6he will show forth to his people the power of his works.

Gospel

Luke 11:15-26

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.

11:15But some of them said: He casteth out devils by Beelzebub, the leader of devils.

16And others tempting, asked of him a sign from heaven.

17But he seeing their thoughts, said to them: Every kingdom divided against itself, shall be brought to ruin, and house upon house shall fall.

18And if Satan also be divided against himself, how shall his kingdom stand? because you say, that through Beelzebub I cast out devils.

19Now if I cast out devils by Beelzebub; by whom do your children cast them out? Therefore they shall be your judges.

20But if I by the finger of God cast out devils; doubtless the kingdom of God is come upon you.

21When a strong man armed keepeth his court, those things are in peace which he possesseth.

22But if a stronger than he come upon him, and overcome him; he will take away all his armour in which he trusted, and will distribute his spoils.

23He that is not with me, is against me; and he that gathereth not with me, scattereth.

24When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walks through places without water, seeking rest; and not finding, he says: I will return into my house whence I came out.

25And when he is come, he findeth it swept and garnished.

26Then he goes and takes with him seven other spirits more evil than himself, and entering in they dwell there. And the last state of that man becomes worse than the first.

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

Galatians 3:7-14

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 111:1b-2, 3-4, 5-6

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

Luke 11:15-26

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 Friday October 9, 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.