A.D. 2026 August 23

The Thirteenth Sunday After Pentecost

Proper 16

Acclamations

Celebrant: Blessed be God: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
People: And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.

Collects

Let your continual mercy, O Lord, cleanse and defend your Church; and, because it cannot continue in safety without your help, protect and govern it always by your goodness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Lessons

Sunday, Holy Day and Commemoration Lectionary — Year A

Isaiah 51:1–6
Psalm 138
Romans 11:25–36
Matthew 16:13–20

Daily Office Lectionary

Morning Prayer

Psalm 122; 123
II Samuel 11
Philippians 4

Evening Prayer

Psalm 124; 125; 126
Amos 4
John 18:28–40

Prefaces

Through Jesus Christ our Lord, who on the first day of the week overcame death and the grave, and by his glorious resurrection opened to us the way of everlasting life.

Liturgical Colors

Green