A.D. 1945 March 25
The Sunday of the Passion (Palm Sunday)
Lessons
Those who do not observe the procession with palms and do not wish to use the passion gospel may substitute the gospel and psalm indicated for the Liturgy of the Palms for the gospel and psalm indicated for the Liturgy of the Passion. Whenever possible, the whole passion narrative should be read.
Revised Common Lectionary — Year A
Liturgy of the Palms
- Jesus enters Jerusalem — Matthew 21:1–11
- The Passover praise psalm — Psalm 118:1–2, 19–29
Liturgy of the Passion
- The servant submits to suffering — Isaiah 50:4–9a
- I commend my spirit — Psalm 31:9–16
- Death on a cross — Philippians 2:5–11
- The passion and death of Jesus — Matthew 26:14–27:66 or 27:11–54
Liturgical Colors
Red
The Annunciation of the Lord (Lady Day)
Lessons
Revised Common Lectionary — Year A
- A young woman will bear a son — Isaiah 7:10–14
- Your name will be remembered — Psalm 45 or I love to do your will, O God — Psalm 40:5–10
- The offering of Jesus’ body sanctifies us — Hebrews 10:4–10
- The angel greets Mary — Luke 1:26–38
Liturgical Colors
White or Gold