Gospel: November 8, 2026

November 8, 2026 (Sunday)

32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Psalter: Week 4 (Green)

Ps 63:2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 (2b)

My soul is thirsting for you, O Lord my God.

1st Reading: Wisdom of Solomon 6:12-16

Wisdom is luminous and never tarnished; she willingly lets herself be seen by those who love her, and known by those who look for her. She hastens to meet those who long for her. Seek her in the morning and you will not be disappointed; you will find her sitting at your door. To meditate on Wisdom is understanding fully grown; whoever is on the watch for her will be free of anxiety. She goes in search of those who are worthy of her, graciously meets them on the way and is present in their every thought.

2nd Reading: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Brothers and sisters, we want you not to be mistaken about those who are already asleep, lest you grieve as do those who have no hope. We believe that Jesus died and rose; it will be the same for those who have died in Jesus. God will bring them together, with Jesus, and for his sake. By the same word of the Lord, we assert this: those of us who are to be alive at the Lord’s coming, will not go ahead of those who are already asleep. When the command by the archangel’s voice is given, the Lord, himself, will come down from heaven, while the divine trumpet call is sounding. Then, those who have died in the Lord, will rise first; as for us who are still alive, we will be brought along with them, in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the celestial world. And we will be with the Lord forever. So then, comfort one another with these words.

Gospel: Matthew 25: 1-13

This story throws light on what will happen in the kingdom of heaven: Ten bridesmaids went out with their lamps to meet the bridegroom. Five of them were foolish, and five were sensible. The careless bridesmaids took their lamps as they were, and did not take extra oil. But those who were sensible, took flasks of oil with their lamps. As the bridegroom delayed, they all grew drowsy and fell asleep.

But at midnight, a cry rang out, ‘The bridegroom is here, come out and meet him!’ All the maidens woke up at once, and trimmed their lamps. Then the foolish ones said to the sensible ones, ‘Give us some oil, for our lamps are going out.’ The sensible ones answered, ‘There may not be enough for us and for you. You had better go to those who sell, and buy some for yourselves.’ When the bridegroom came, the foolish maidens were out buying oil, but those who were ready went with him into the wedding feast, and the doors were shut.

Later the other bridesmaids arrived and called out, ‘Lord, Lord, open to us!’ But he answered, ‘Truly I do not know you.’ So stay awake, for you do not know the day nor the hour.

Lectio Divina:

He will find us awake—faithful and ready.

Read: Today’s readings reflect on the themes of wisdom, vigilance, and the coming of the Lord. In the first reading, wisdom is depicted as a radiant and fortunate gift available to those who diligently seek it. The second reading provides believers with hope in the resurrection, emphasizing that those who have died in Christ will rise first when the Lord returns. The gospel presents the Parable of the Ten Virgins, underlining the importance of being prepared and ready for Christ’s return.

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Reflect: Are you ready and awake? In the Parable of the Ten Virgins, the Lord emphasizes the importance of vigilance and active faith in our Christian lives. The wise virgins, prepared and attentive, remind us that embodying Kingdom values requires us to be consistently engaged in our spiritual journey. It is not enough to simply wait; we are called to nurture our relationship with the Lord through acts of love, service, and righteousness. As we live out these values, we ensure that when Christ returns, He will find us awake—faithful and ready. Remaining active in our faith keeps the flame of hope alive, guiding us toward His promise.

Pray: Lord, help me remember that you may arrive at any moment, so let me actively pursue your will every moment of my life.

Act: Always remember the Scout motto: “Be prepared.”

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