Presentation of the Lord (Candlemas)
Presentation of the Lord (Candlemas)
Presentation of the Lord (Candlemas)
Our Lady of Lourdes
Ash Wednesday (start of Lent)
1st Sunday of Lent — 22 February 2026Gospel: Matthew 4:1‑11 — Jesus is led by the Spirit into the desert and is tempted by the devil.
2nd Sunday of Lent — 1 March 2026Gospel: Matthew 17:1‑9 — The Transfiguration of Jesus (alternative option in Year A; some places may use John 3:1‑17).
Catholic Education Week
Catholic Education Sunday 2026
3rd Sunday of Lent — 8 March 2026Gospel: John 4:5‑42 — Jesus speaks with the Samaritan woman at the well.
4th Sunday of Lent (Laetare Sunday) — 15 March 2026Gospel: John 9:1‑41 — Jesus heals a man born blind.
St Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary Celebrates Saint Joseph as the protector of the Holy Family and a model of faith and obedience.
5th Sunday of Lent — 22 March 2026Gospel: John 11:1‑45 — The raising of Lazarus.
Annunciation of the Lord Commemorates the angel Gabriel announcing to Mary that she would conceive by the Holy Spirit.