First reading
Isaiah 55:6–9
My thoughts are not your thoughts.
Responsorial psalm
Psalm 144(145):2–3, 8–9, 17–18
R. The Lord is near to all who call him.
Second reading
Philippians 1:20–24, 27
Life to me is Christ; but death would bring me more.
Gospel acclamation
cf. Acts 16:14
Open our hearts, O Lord, to listen to the words of your Son.
Gospel
Matthew 20:1–16
Why be envious because I am generous?
Images from the Word
- Workers
- One denarius
- Fair wage
- Rich in forgiving
- Life is Christ
Liturgical notes
Speaking of the acclamation before the Gospel (usually the Alleluia), the Church notes:
An acclamation of this kind constitutes a rite or act in itself, by which the assembly of the faithful welcomes and greets the Lord who is about to speak to it in the Gospel and professes its faith by means of the chant.
—General Instruction of the Roman Missal, §62
This sung acclamation does not stand alone; rather it builds on the faith of the community, who use their body and voice to express what they believe. They are attentive to the voice of their Lord, who will speak to the community through the ears and hearts of all participants. Our musicians enable this to happen by selecting music that can be sung by all the community.
‘Graciously raise up, O Lord, those you renew with this Sacrament, that we may come to possess your redemption both in mystery and in the manner of our life.’ —prayer after Communion