Observance
The First Sunday in Lent
The 22nd Day of February, Anno Domini 2026
Sunday, Holy Day and Commemoration Lectionary — Year A
Liturgical Colors: Purple
Acclamations
Bless the Lord who forgives all our sins.
His mercy endures for ever.
Collects
Almighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit to be tempted by Satan: Come quickly to help us who are assaulted by many temptations, and, as you know the weaknesses of each of us, let each one find you mighty to save; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.
Amen.
Lessons
Genesis 2:4–9, 15–17, 25; 3:1–7
Psalm 51 or Psalm 51:1–12
Romans 5:12–21
Matthew 4:1–11
Prefaces
You bid your faithful people cleanse their hearts, and prepare with joy for the Paschal feast; that, fervent in prayer and in works of mercy, and renewed by your Word and Sacraments, they may come to the fullness of grace which you have prepared for those who love you.
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