Daily readings

Sunday, March 1, 2026

2nd Sunday of Lent. Lent. Read the day's readings in one place for prayer, preparation, or quiet reflection.

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The on-site reading text is drawn from public-domain Douay-Rheims sources. Plain mode is a built-in reading aid that modernizes older wording for easier understanding while keeping the same Roman Catholic reading references for the day.

What are the Mass readings for Sunday March 1, 2026?

The Catholic Mass readings for Sunday March 1, 2026 are gathered on this page in their proper order: first reading Genesis 12:1-4a, psalm Psalm 33:4-5, 18-19, 20, 22., second reading 2 Timothy 1:8b-10,and Gospel Matthew 17:1-9.

What is the Gospel for Sunday March 1, 2026?

The Gospel for Sunday March 1, 2026 is Matthew 17:1-9. It appears below with the rest of the day's Catholic readings.

What is the Psalm for Sunday March 1, 2026?

The psalm for Sunday March 1, 2026 is Psalm 33:4-5, 18-19, 20, 22.. It is included below in the same reading order used at Mass, between the first reading and the Gospel.

Are these the USCCB daily readings for Sunday March 1, 2026?

The same day's Catholic readings are gathered here on-site, with the official readings link available below in the source note.

First Reading

Genesis 12:1-4a

How to approach it

Read this as the first big movement of the day. Notice what God is doing, who is speaking, and what part of the story or teaching should stay with you.

12:1And the Lord said to Abram: Go forth out of your country, and from your kindred, and out of they father's house, and come into the land which I shall show you.

2And I will make of you a great nation, and I will bless you, and magnify your name, and you shall be blessed.

3I will bless them that bless you, and curse them that curse you, and IN YOU shall all the kindred of the earth be blessed:

4So Abram went out as the Lord had commanded him, and Lot went with him: Abram was seventy-five years old when he went forth from Haran.

Psalm

Psalm 33:4-5, 18-19, 20, 22.

How to pray it

The psalm is meant to be prayed, not rushed. If the wording feels older, focus on the main movement of the prayer: trust, praise, sorrow, gratitude, or hope.

33:4For the word of the Lord is right, and all his works are done with faithfulness.

5He loves mercy and judgment; the earth is full of the mercy of the Lord.

18Look the eyes of the Lord are on them that fear him: and on them that hope in his mercy.

19To deliver their souls from death; and feed them in famine.

20Our soul waiteth for the Lord: for he is our helper and protector.

Second Reading

2 Timothy 1:8b-10

How to read it

This reading often teaches Christians how to live with steadiness, charity, and faith. Look for one clear encouragement or warning you can carry into the day.

1:8Be not you therefore ashamed of the teaching of our Lord, nor of me his prisoner: but work with the gospel, according to the power of God,

9Who has rescued us and called us by his holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given us in Christ Jesus before the times of the world.

10But is now made clear by the illumination of our Saviour Jesus Christ, who has destroyed death, and has brought to light life and incorruption by the gospel:

Gospel

Matthew 17:1-9

What to watch for

The Gospel is the center of the reading set. Pay close attention to what Jesus says, what Jesus does, and what response he is asking for.

17:1And after six days Jesus takes to him Peter and James, and John his brother, and bringeth them up into a high mountain apart:

2And he was transfigured before them. And his face did shine as the sun: and his garments became white as snow.

3And look there appeared to them Moses and Elias talking with him.

4And Peter answering, said to Jesus: Lord, it is good for us to be here: if you will, let us make here three tabernacles, one for you, and one for Moses, and one for Elias.

5And as he was yet speaking, look a bright cloud overshadowed them. And lo, a voice out of the cloud, saying: This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased: hear you him.

6And the disciples hearing, fell upon their face, and were very much afraid.

7And Jesus came and touched them: and said to them, Arise, and fear not.

8And they lifting up their eyes saw no one but only Jesus.

9And as they came down from the mountain, Jesus charged them, saying: Tell the vision to no man, till the Son of Man be risen from the dead.

How the readings move through Mass today

The Liturgy of the Word normally moves from the first reading to the psalm, then to the second reading when one is appointed, then to the Gospel, and then into the homily. On weekday Masses, the second reading is often omitted, so the Church moves from the psalm directly to the Gospel.

First Reading

Genesis 12:1-4a

The first reading is usually taken from the Old Testament. It prepares the heart to hear how God has been acting through his covenant and promises.

Psalm

Psalm 33:4-5, 18-19, 20, 22.

The psalm is the Church’s prayerful response to the first reading. It helps the congregation answer God’s word with trust, praise, repentance, or hope.

Second Reading

2 Timothy 1:8b-10

The second reading is usually taken from the New Testament letters or Revelation. It helps connect the day’s proclamation to Christian life in the Church.

Gospel

Matthew 17:1-9

The Gospel is the high point of the Liturgy of the Word. Catholics stand because Christ himself speaks to his people in a special way through the Gospel proclamation.

Homily

After the Gospel

The homily follows the Gospel. It should gather the day’s readings together, explain the mystery being celebrated, and help people carry the word of God into ordinary life.

What the homily usually draws together

A Catholic homily usually gathers the first reading, the psalm, and the Gospel into one spiritual movement. It may explain how the Old Testament prepares for Christ, how the apostles witness to the risen Lord, how the psalm teaches the Church to pray, and how the Gospel calls for faith and conversion now.

If you are preparing before Mass, try to carry one sentence, one image, or one invitation from the readings with you. That usually makes the homily easier to follow because you already know what part of God's word has stayed with you.

What about the Prayers of the Faithful for Sunday March 1, 2026?

The Prayers of the Faithful are usually written locally by a parish, diocese, or celebrant, so there is not always one universal text for this exact day. The scriptural readings above are the stable part the whole Church receives, and they usually shape the petitions that follow at Mass.

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The day's references and liturgical celebration data come from the Catholic Readings API, while the on-site scripture text is rendered from public-domain Douay-Rheims sources so the day's readings can be read directly on the page.