These readings are from the Anglican Church of Canada’s adaptation of the Revised Common Lectionary. On Sundays and feast days there is a link to the full readings.
Liturgical Year C: Dec 1, 2024 to Nov 29, 2025
Liturgical Year A: Nov 30, 2025 to Nov 28, 2026
Sunday, February 22nd, 2026
First Sunday in Lent (Violet)
Freedom Sunday
Morning Prayer: Ps 63:1-8, (9-11), 98; Dan 9:3-10; Heb 2:10-18; Coll 286
Holy Eucharist: Propers 286; Gen 2:15-17, 3:1-7; Psalm 32; Rom 5:12-19; Mt 4:1-11; Preface of Lent
Evening Prayer: Ps 63:1-8, (9-11), 98; Dan 9:3-10; Heb 2:10-18; Coll 286
Freedom Sunday: In 2019 the General Synod designated the Sunday closest to National Human Trafficking Awareness Day (February 22) as "Freedom Sunday". This occasion offers Canadian Anglicans an opportunity to learn about human trafficking and slavery in Canada today. Further liturgical information may be found online on the Anglican Church of Canada website. Freedom Sunday may be observed by special intentions in the prayers of the people.
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