February 2023
Mass Readings and Free Resources
February 2023 focuses on living as followers of Jesus in daily life. It calls us to do good for others, share what we have, and bring light into dark places. It reminds us to follow God’s ways and choose what is right. The month also begins Lent, a time to turn back to God, pray, fast, and give to others. We are asked to face temptation and trust God’s help each day.
2023 is Year A in the Sunday liturgical cycle and Year 1 in the weekday cycle.
See Mass readings resources for specific Sundays and feast days in February 2023 here.
Sundays and Holy Days in February 2023
5th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday, February 5, 2023
The readings for the 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A emphasize the importance of spreading the teachings of Jesus and helping those in need. They encourage us to be a source of light in the darkness by performing acts of kindness and sharing our blessings with others.
The readings remind us to rely on God’s wisdom and to boldly share the message of Christ with the world through our words and actions.
6th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday, February 12, 2023
The readings for the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A center around the importance of following God’s commandments. They teach us to choose a righteous path and obey the laws set by God.
The readings also emphasize that God’s wisdom surpasses our own and that Jesus came to fulfill the law rather than abolish it.
7th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday, February 19, 2023
The readings for the 7th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A teach us about the importance of holiness and showing love towards others. We are reminded not to hold grudges and to follow the Golden Rule, treating others as we would like to be treated.
The readings emphasize that we are all sacred temples of God and that we should love everyone, even those who may treat us poorly.
Ash Wednesday
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
Ash Wednesday is the start of Lent, a time when Catholics reflect on their sins and seek repentance. During Mass, ashes are placed on their foreheads as a symbol of sorrow and hope, reminding them of their mortality and the need for reconciliation with God.
The readings for Ash Wednesday emphasize the importance of returning to God with a sincere heart, seeking mercy, and performing acts of righteousness without seeking attention or praise from others.
1st Sunday of Lent
Sunday, February 26, 2023
The readings for the 1st Sunday of Lent Year A focus on sin and temptation. They tell the story of Adam and Eve turning away from God, emphasize the need for repentance and God’s mercy, and highlight Jesus’ resistance to temptation in the desert.
The readings invite us to reflect on our Lenten plans, engage in prayer, fasting, and acts of charity, and consider the temptations we face in our lives.
February 2023
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Marked by Ashes, Called to Change
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