A.D. 2026 February 18
Ash Wednesday
Palma il Giovane, The Prophet Nathan Admonishes King David, 17th century, Museum of Art History, Vienna.
Lessons
Revised Common Lectionary Expanded Daily Readings — Year A
- Return to God — Joel 2:1–2, 12–17 or The fast that God chooses — Isaiah 58:1–12
- Plea for mercy — Psalm 51:1–17
- Now is the day of salvation — II Corinthians 5:20b–6:10
- The practice of faith — Matthew 6:1–6, 16–21
Other lectionaries
Revised Common Lectionary Daily Readings — Year A
- Return to God — Joel 2:1–2, 12–17 or The fast that God chooses — Isaiah 58:1–12
- Plea for mercy — Psalm 51:1–17
- Now is the day of salvation — II Corinthians 5:20b–6:10
- The practice of faith — Matthew 6:1–6, 16–21
Liturgical Colors
Purple