LiturgyTools.net: Hymns for the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C (26 Oct 2025)

A selection of hymns and songs suggestions based on themes from the Roman Catholic lectionary for the thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C.

Most are free-to-use (ie public domain or copyright-free), meaning that the words can be copied and sung to at least one tune with no concerns about copyright or performance licensing - sometimes in a limited setting. Many of these hymns are old / traditional - but where possible a variety of styles and genres are included. A selection of hymns that are still copyright may also be included, if they are particularly relevant.

Suggestions about hymns that could be included are welcome: leave a comment below.

Readings

First: Sirach / Eccelesiastisus 35 12-14, 16-19 - The Lord is a God of justice, who knows no favourites. ... he hears the cry of the oppressed. The one who serves God willingly is heard; ... The prayer of the lowly pierces the clouds.

Psalm 34: The Lord hears the cry of the poor / I will bless the Lord at all times; / The Lord confronts the evildoers, / The Lord is close to the brokenhearted;

Second: II Timothy 4: 6-8, 16-18 - I have finished the race; I have kept the faith. ... the Lord stood by me and gave me strength,so that through me the proclamation might be completed and all the Gentiles might hear it. ... The Lord will rescue me from every evil threat and will bring me safe to his heavenly kingdom.

Gospel: Luke 18:9-14 - Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector / Publican