Lent 2026

Sunday 29th March

“When therefore it was evening on that day, the first day of the week, and when the doors were locked where the disciples were assembled, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood in the middle and said to them, “Peace be to you.”  When he had said this, he showed them his hands and his side. The disciples therefore were glad when they saw the Lord. Jesus therefore said to them again, “Peace be to you. As the Father has sent me, even so I send you.” When he had said this, he breathed on them, and said to them, “Receive the Holy Spirit! - John 20:19–22  “Peace is the sign of the resurrection.” Abba Serapion

Saturday 28th March

“Jesus, crying with a loud voice, said, “Father, into your hands I commit my spirit!” Having said this, he breathed his last.” - Luke 23:46  “Entrust yourself to God, and fear will vanish.” Abba Anthony

Friday 27th March

“At the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, “Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani?” Which is, being interpreted, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” - Mark 15:34  “Stay in hell and do not despair.” Abba Silvanus

Thursday 26th March

“even as the Son of Man came not to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” - Matthew 20:28  “Serve others, and you will be free.” Abba Isaiah

Wednesday 25th March

“saying, “Father, if you are willing, remove this cup from me. Nevertheless, not my will, but yours, be done.” - Luke 22:42  “Obedience is resurrection before death.” Abba Moses