Lectionary

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Transfiguration Sunday

Sunday, February 22, 2026

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First Reading

Exodus 24:12-18

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Psalm

Psalm 2

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Second Reading

2 Peter 1:16-21

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Gospel

Matthew 17:1-9

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Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7 · Psalm 32 · Romans 5:12-19 · Matthew 4:1-11

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The revelation of Christ to the world — mission, calling, and the light of nations.

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