Lectionary

Ash Wednesday
18 Feb 2026

Collect

Almighty and everlasting God, you hate nothing that you have made and forgive the sins of all those who are penitent: Create and make in us new and contrite hearts, that we, worthily lamenting our sins and acknowledging our wretchedness, may receive from you, the God of all mercy, perfect remission and forgiveness; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you,in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

First Reading

Joel 2:1-2,12-17 (or) Isaiah 58:1-12

Psalm

Psalm 51:1-18

Second Reading

2 Corinthians 5:20b-6:10

Gospel

Matthew 6:1-6,16-21 (or) John 8:1-11

Daily Gospel Reflection