The First Sunday of Lent22 February A. D. 2026 Year A ReadingsGenesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7, Psalm 32, Romans 5:12-19,+ Matthew 4:1-11 The CollectAlmighty 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...
Micah 6:1-8 Psalm 15 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 Matthew 5:1-12 CollectAlmighty and everlasting God, you govern all things both in heaven and on earth: Mercifully hear the supplications of your people, and in our time grant us your peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one...
Year A Readings Isaiah 35:1-10, Psalm 146:4-9, James 5:7-10 Matthew 11:2-11 Collect of the Saint’s Day (John of the Cross)Judge eternal, throned in splendor, who gave John of the Cross strength of purpose and faith that sustained him even through the dark night of the soul: Shed your light on all who love you, in unity...
Year A Readings Isaiah 11:1-10 Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19 Romans 15:4-13 Matthew 3:1-12 Collect of the DayMerciful God, who sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Give us grace to heed their warnings and forsake our sins, that we may greet with joy the coming of Jesus Christ our Redeemer; who lives...
Over the past few years, I played bass guitar in a classic rock cover band called AJ and the Drifters. AJ had played lead and rhythm guitar and took point on the mic. His brother Joe held down the fort on the kit, and I sang back up vocal harmonies and noodled around on...