A.D. 2023 February 26

The First Sunday in Lent

Acclamations

Celebrant: Bless the Lord who forgives all our sins.
People: 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

Sunday, Holy Day and Commemoration Lectionary — Year A

Genesis 2:4–9, 15–17, 25; 3:1–7
Psalm 51 or 51:1–12
Romans 5:12–21
Matthew 4:1–11

Daily Office Lectionary

Morning Prayer

Psalm 139
Exodus 5
Matthew 11

Evening Prayer

Psalm 141; 142
Lamentations 2 or 2:1–18
Romans 10

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.

Liturgical Colors

Purple