February 15, 2026 | The Final Sunday after the Epiphany

February 15 – Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A – RCL

ILLUMINATION for the First Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
Exodus 24:12-18

Moses is summoned by God to the highest of the holy mountain, and he receives the Ten Commandments written on stone. The glory of the Lord is described as fireplace and cloud.

A studying (lesson) from the Guide of Exodus:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: The Lord mentioned to Moses…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others.

Revised Customary Model
The LORD mentioned to Moses, “Come as much as me on the mountain, and wait there; and I offers you the tables of stone, with the legislation and the commandment, which I’ve written for his or her instruction.” So Moses rose together with his servant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God. And he mentioned to the elders, “Tarry right here for us, till we come to you once more; and, behold, Aaron and Hur are with you; whoever has a trigger, let him go to them.” Then Moses went up on the mountain, and the cloud coated the mountain. The glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai, and the cloud coated it six days; and on the seventh day he known as to Moses out of the midst of the cloud. Now the looks of the glory of the LORD was like a devouring fireplace on the highest of the mountain within the sight of the individuals of Israel. And Moses entered the cloud, and went up on the mountain. And Moses was on the mountain forty days and forty nights.

New Revised Customary Model
The LORD mentioned to Moses, “Come as much as me on the mountain, and wait there; and I offers you the tablets of stone, with the legislation and the commandment, which I’ve written for his or her instruction.” So Moses set out together with his assistant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God. To the elders he had mentioned, “Wait right here for us, till we come to you once more; for Aaron and Hur are with you; whoever has a dispute could go to them.” Then Moses went up on the mountain, and the cloud coated the mountain. The glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai, and the cloud coated it for six days; on the seventh day he known as to Moses out of the cloud. Now the looks of the glory of the LORD was like a devouring fireplace on the highest of the mountain within the sight of the individuals of Israel. Moses entered the cloud, and went up on the mountain. Moses was on the mountain for forty days and forty nights.
ILLUMINATION for the Second Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
2 Peter 1:16-21

As he approaches demise, Peter writes this letter wherein he addresses the Transfiguration. He was a witness to this occasion which demonstrated the ability of God.

A studying (lesson) from the Second Letter of Peter:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: We didn’t comply with…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others.

Revised Customary Model
We didn’t comply with cleverly devised myths after we made identified to you the ability and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, however we have been eyewitnesses of his majesty. For when he obtained honor and glory from God the Father and the voice was borne to him by the Majestic Glory, “That is my beloved Son, with whom I’m properly happy,” we heard this voice borne from heaven, for we have been with him on the holy mountain. And we’ve got the prophetic phrase made extra positive. You’ll do properly to concentrate to this as to a lamp shining in a darkish place, till the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts. To begin with you have to perceive this, that no prophecy of scripture is a matter of 1’s personal interpretation, as a result of no prophecy ever got here by the impulse of man, however males moved by the Holy Spirit spoke from God.

New Revised Customary Model
We didn’t comply with cleverly devised myths after we made identified to you the ability and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, however we had been eyewitnesses of his majesty. For he obtained honor and glory from God the Father when that voice was conveyed to him by the Majestic Glory, saying, “That is my Son, my Beloved, with whom I’m properly happy.” We ourselves heard this voice come from heaven, whereas we have been with him on the holy mountain. So we’ve got the prophetic message extra absolutely confirmed. You’ll do properly to be attentive to this as to a lamp shining in a darkish place, till the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts. To begin with you have to perceive this, that no prophecy of scripture is a matter of 1’s personal interpretation, as a result of no prophecy ever got here by human will, however women and men moved by the Holy Spirit spoke from God.
ILLUMINATION for the Gospel Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
Matthew 17:1-9

Jesus experiences the Transfiguration on a excessive mountain. The presence of Moses and Elijah symbolize the legislation and the prophets because the Lord fulfills the traditional custom.

A studying (lesson) from the Gospel in response to Matthew:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: Six days after…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others. If learn by an ordained
individual because the eucharistic gospel, conclude with The gospel of the Lord.

Revised Customary Model
Six days after Peter had acknowledged Jesus because the Christ, the Son of the Residing God, Jesus took with him Peter and James and John his brother, and led them up a excessive mountain aside. And he was transfigured earlier than them, and his face shone just like the solar, and his clothes grew to become white as gentle. And behold, there appeared to them Moses and Elijah, speaking with him. And Peter mentioned to Jesus, “Lord, it’s properly that we’re right here; if you want, I’ll make three cubicles right here, one for you and one for Moses and one for Elijah.” He was nonetheless talking, when lo, a vibrant cloud overshadowed them, and a voice from the cloud mentioned, “That is my beloved Son, with whom I’m properly happy; take heed to him.” When the disciples heard this, they fell on their faces, and have been stuffed with awe. However Jesus got here and touched them, saying, “Rise, and don’t have any worry.” And once they lifted up their eyes, they noticed nobody however Jesus solely. And as they have been coming down the mountain, Jesus commanded them, “Inform nobody the imaginative and prescient, till the Son of man is raised from the lifeless.”

New Revised Customary Model
Six days after Peter had acknowledged Jesus because the Christ, the Son of the Residing God, Jesus took with him Peter and James and his brother John and led them up a excessive mountain, by themselves. And he was transfigured earlier than them, and his face shone just like the solar, and his garments grew to become dazzling white. Immediately there appeared to them Moses and Elijah, speaking with him. Then Peter mentioned to Jesus, “Lord, it’s good for us to be right here; if you want, I’ll make three dwellings right here, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” Whereas he was nonetheless talking, all of a sudden a vibrant cloud overshadowed them, and from the cloud a voice mentioned, “That is my Son, the Beloved; with him I’m properly happy; take heed to him!” When the disciples heard this, they fell to the bottom and have been overcome by worry. However Jesus got here and touched them, saying, “Stand up and don’t be afraid.” And once they seemed up, they noticed nobody besides Jesus himself alone. As they have been coming down the mountain, Jesus ordered them, “Inform nobody concerning the imaginative and prescient till after the Son of Man has been raised from the lifeless.”

February 15 – Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A – BCP

ILLUMINATION for the First Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
Exodus 24:12, (13-14 non-obligatory) 15-18

Moses is summoned by God to the highest of the holy mountain, and he receives the Ten Commandments written on stone. The glory of the Lord is described as fireplace and cloud.

A studying (lesson) from the Guide of Exodus:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: The Lord mentioned to Moses…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others.

Revised Customary Model
The LORD mentioned to Moses, “Come as much as me on the mountain, and wait there; and I offers you the tables of stone, with the legislation and the commandment, which I’ve written for his or her instruction.” [So Moses rose with his servant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God. And he said to the elders, “Tarry here for us, until we come to you again; and, behold, Aaron and Hur are with you; whoever has a cause, let him go to them.”] Then Moses went up on the mountain, and the cloud coated the mountain. The glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai, and the cloud coated it six days; and on the seventh day he known as to Moses out of the midst of the cloud. Now the looks of the glory of the LORD was like a devouring fireplace on the highest of the mountain within the sight of the individuals of Israel. And Moses entered the cloud, and went up on the mountain. And Moses was on the mountain forty days and forty nights.

New Revised Customary Model
The LORD mentioned to Moses, “Come as much as me on the mountain, and wait there; and I offers you the tablets of stone, with the legislation and the commandment, which I’ve written for his or her instruction.” [So Moses set out with his assistant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God. To the elders he had said, “Wait here for us, until we come to you again; for Aaron and Hur are with you; whoever has a dispute may go to them.”] Then Moses went up on the mountain, and the cloud coated the mountain. The glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai, and the cloud coated it for six days; on the seventh day he known as to Moses out of the cloud. Now the looks of the glory of the LORD was like a devouring fireplace on the highest of the mountain within the sight of the individuals of Israel. Moses entered the cloud, and went up on the mountain. Moses was on the mountain for forty days and forty nights.
ILLUMINATION for the Second Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
Philippians 3:7-14

Paul emphasizes the necessity for a non secular union with the crucified Christ. He says understanding Jesus as his Lord is extra essential than the rest.

A studying (lesson) from the Letter of Paul to the Philippians:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: No matter achieve I had…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others.

Revised Customary Model
No matter achieve I had, I counted as loss for the sake of Christ. Certainly I depend every part as loss due to the surpassing value of understanding Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I’ve suffered the lack of all issues, and depend them as refuse, so that I could achieve Christ and be present in him, not having a righteousness of my very own, based mostly on legislation, however that which is thru religion in Christ, the righteousness from God that will depend on religion; that I could know him and the ability of his resurrection, and should share his sufferings, changing into like him in his demise, that if potential I could attain the resurrection from the lifeless. Not that I’ve already obtained this or am already excellent; however I press on to make it my very own, as a result of Christ Jesus has made me his personal. Brethren, I don’t contemplate that I’ve made it my very own; however one factor I do, forgetting what lies behind and straining ahead to what lies forward, I press on towards the aim for the prize of the upward name of God in Christ Jesus.

New Revised Customary Model
No matter achieve I had I’ve come to treat as loss due to Christ. Greater than that, I regard every part as loss due to the surpassing worth of understanding Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I’ve suffered the lack of all issues, and I regard them as garbage, so that I could achieve Christ and be present in him, not having a righteousness of my very own that comes from the legislation, however one which comes by way of religion in Christ, the righteousness from God based mostly on religion. I wish to know Christ and the ability of his resurrection and the sharing of his sufferings by changing into like him in his demise, if one way or the other I could attain the resurrection from the lifeless. Not that I’ve already obtained this or have already reached the aim; however I press on to make it my very own, as a result of Christ Jesus has made me his personal. Beloved, I don’t contemplate that I’ve made it my very own; however this one factor I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining ahead to what lies forward, I press on towards the aim for the prize of the heavenly name of God in Christ Jesus.

ILLUMINATION for the Gospel Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
Matthew 17:1-9

Jesus experiences the Transfiguration on a excessive mountain. The presence of Moses and Elijah symbolize the legislation and the prophets because the Lord fulfills the traditional custom.

A studying (lesson) from the Gospel in response to Matthew:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: Six days after…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others. If learn by an ordained
individual because the eucharistic gospel, conclude with The gospel of the Lord.

Revised Customary Model
Six days after Peter had acknowledged Jesus because the Christ, the Son of the Residing God, Jesus took with him Peter and James and John his brother, and led them up a excessive mountain aside. And he was transfigured earlier than them, and his face shone just like the solar, and his clothes grew to become white as gentle. And behold, there appeared to them Moses and Elijah, speaking with him. And Peter mentioned to Jesus, “Lord, it’s properly that we’re right here; if you want, I’ll make three cubicles right here, one for you and one for Moses and one for Elijah.” He was nonetheless talking, when lo, a vibrant cloud overshadowed them, and a voice from the cloud mentioned, “That is my beloved Son, with whom I’m properly happy; take heed to him.” When the disciples heard this, they fell on their faces, and have been stuffed with awe. However Jesus got here and touched them, saying, “Rise, and don’t have any worry.” And once they lifted up their eyes, they noticed nobody however Jesus solely. And as they have been coming down the mountain, Jesus commanded them, “Inform nobody the imaginative and prescient, till the Son of man is raised from the lifeless.”

New Revised Customary Model
Six days after Peter had acknowledged Jesus because the Christ, the Son of the Residing God, Jesus took with him Peter and James and his brother John and led them up a excessive mountain, by themselves. And he was transfigured earlier than them, and his face shone just like the solar, and his garments grew to become dazzling white. Immediately there appeared to them Moses and Elijah, speaking with him. Then Peter mentioned to Jesus, “Lord, it’s good for us to be right here; if you want, I’ll make three dwellings right here, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” Whereas he was nonetheless talking, all of a sudden a vibrant cloud overshadowed them, and from the cloud a voice mentioned, “That is my Son, the Beloved; with him I’m properly happy; take heed to him!” When the disciples heard this, they fell to the bottom and have been overcome by worry. However Jesus got here and touched them, saying, “Stand up and don’t be afraid.” And once they seemed up, they noticed nobody besides Jesus himself alone. As they have been coming down the mountain, Jesus ordered them, “Inform nobody concerning the imaginative and prescient till after the Son of Man has been raised from the lifeless.”

February 15 – Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A – RCL

ILLUMINATION for the First Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
Exodus 24:12-18

Moses is summoned by God to the highest of the holy mountain, and he receives the Ten Commandments written on stone. The glory of the Lord is described as fireplace and cloud.

A studying (lesson) from the Guide of Exodus:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: The Lord mentioned to Moses…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others.

Revised Customary Model
The LORD mentioned to Moses, “Come as much as me on the mountain, and wait there; and I offers you the tables of stone, with the legislation and the commandment, which I’ve written for his or her instruction.” So Moses rose together with his servant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God. And he mentioned to the elders, “Tarry right here for us, till we come to you once more; and, behold, Aaron and Hur are with you; whoever has a trigger, let him go to them.” Then Moses went up on the mountain, and the cloud coated the mountain. The glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai, and the cloud coated it six days; and on the seventh day he known as to Moses out of the midst of the cloud. Now the looks of the glory of the LORD was like a devouring fireplace on the highest of the mountain within the sight of the individuals of Israel. And Moses entered the cloud, and went up on the mountain. And Moses was on the mountain forty days and forty nights.

New Revised Customary Model
The LORD mentioned to Moses, “Come as much as me on the mountain, and wait there; and I offers you the tablets of stone, with the legislation and the commandment, which I’ve written for his or her instruction.” So Moses set out together with his assistant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God. To the elders he had mentioned, “Wait right here for us, till we come to you once more; for Aaron and Hur are with you; whoever has a dispute could go to them.” Then Moses went up on the mountain, and the cloud coated the mountain. The glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai, and the cloud coated it for six days; on the seventh day he known as to Moses out of the cloud. Now the looks of the glory of the LORD was like a devouring fireplace on the highest of the mountain within the sight of the individuals of Israel. Moses entered the cloud, and went up on the mountain. Moses was on the mountain for forty days and forty nights.
ILLUMINATION for the Second Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
2 Peter 1:16-21

As he approaches demise, Peter writes this letter wherein he addresses the Transfiguration. He was a witness to this occasion which demonstrated the ability of God.

A studying (lesson) from the Second Letter of Peter:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: We didn’t comply with…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others.

Revised Customary Model
We didn’t comply with cleverly devised myths after we made identified to you the ability and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, however we have been eyewitnesses of his majesty. For when he obtained honor and glory from God the Father and the voice was borne to him by the Majestic Glory, “That is my beloved Son, with whom I’m properly happy,” we heard this voice borne from heaven, for we have been with him on the holy mountain. And we’ve got the prophetic phrase made extra positive. You’ll do properly to concentrate to this as to a lamp shining in a darkish place, till the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts. To begin with you have to perceive this, that no prophecy of scripture is a matter of 1’s personal interpretation, as a result of no prophecy ever got here by the impulse of man, however males moved by the Holy Spirit spoke from God.

New Revised Customary Model
We didn’t comply with cleverly devised myths after we made identified to you the ability and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, however we had been eyewitnesses of his majesty. For he obtained honor and glory from God the Father when that voice was conveyed to him by the Majestic Glory, saying, “That is my Son, my Beloved, with whom I’m properly happy.” We ourselves heard this voice come from heaven, whereas we have been with him on the holy mountain. So we’ve got the prophetic message extra absolutely confirmed. You’ll do properly to be attentive to this as to a lamp shining in a darkish place, till the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts. To begin with you have to perceive this, that no prophecy of scripture is a matter of 1’s personal interpretation, as a result of no prophecy ever got here by human will, however women and men moved by the Holy Spirit spoke from God.
ILLUMINATION for the Gospel Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
Matthew 17:1-9

Jesus experiences the Transfiguration on a excessive mountain. The presence of Moses and Elijah symbolize the legislation and the prophets because the Lord fulfills the traditional custom.

A studying (lesson) from the Gospel in response to Matthew:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: Six days after…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others. If learn by an ordained
individual because the eucharistic gospel, conclude with The gospel of the Lord.

Revised Customary Model
Six days after Peter had acknowledged Jesus because the Christ, the Son of the Residing God, Jesus took with him Peter and James and John his brother, and led them up a excessive mountain aside. And he was transfigured earlier than them, and his face shone just like the solar, and his clothes grew to become white as gentle. And behold, there appeared to them Moses and Elijah, speaking with him. And Peter mentioned to Jesus, “Lord, it’s properly that we’re right here; if you want, I’ll make three cubicles right here, one for you and one for Moses and one for Elijah.” He was nonetheless talking, when lo, a vibrant cloud overshadowed them, and a voice from the cloud mentioned, “That is my beloved Son, with whom I’m properly happy; take heed to him.” When the disciples heard this, they fell on their faces, and have been stuffed with awe. However Jesus got here and touched them, saying, “Rise, and don’t have any worry.” And once they lifted up their eyes, they noticed nobody however Jesus solely. And as they have been coming down the mountain, Jesus commanded them, “Inform nobody the imaginative and prescient, till the Son of man is raised from the lifeless.”

New Revised Customary Model
Six days after Peter had acknowledged Jesus because the Christ, the Son of the Residing God, Jesus took with him Peter and James and his brother John and led them up a excessive mountain, by themselves. And he was transfigured earlier than them, and his face shone just like the solar, and his garments grew to become dazzling white. Immediately there appeared to them Moses and Elijah, speaking with him. Then Peter mentioned to Jesus, “Lord, it’s good for us to be right here; if you want, I’ll make three dwellings right here, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” Whereas he was nonetheless talking, all of a sudden a vibrant cloud overshadowed them, and from the cloud a voice mentioned, “That is my Son, the Beloved; with him I’m properly happy; take heed to him!” When the disciples heard this, they fell to the bottom and have been overcome by worry. However Jesus got here and touched them, saying, “Stand up and don’t be afraid.” And once they seemed up, they noticed nobody besides Jesus himself alone. As they have been coming down the mountain, Jesus ordered them, “Inform nobody concerning the imaginative and prescient till after the Son of Man has been raised from the lifeless.”

February 15 – Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A – BCP

ILLUMINATION for the First Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
Exodus 24:12, (13-14 non-obligatory) 15-18

Moses is summoned by God to the highest of the holy mountain, and he receives the Ten Commandments written on stone. The glory of the Lord is described as fireplace and cloud.

A studying (lesson) from the Guide of Exodus:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: The Lord mentioned to Moses…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others.

Revised Customary Model
The LORD mentioned to Moses, “Come as much as me on the mountain, and wait there; and I offers you the tables of stone, with the legislation and the commandment, which I’ve written for his or her instruction.” [So Moses rose with his servant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God. And he said to the elders, “Tarry here for us, until we come to you again; and, behold, Aaron and Hur are with you; whoever has a cause, let him go to them.”] Then Moses went up on the mountain, and the cloud coated the mountain. The glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai, and the cloud coated it six days; and on the seventh day he known as to Moses out of the midst of the cloud. Now the looks of the glory of the LORD was like a devouring fireplace on the highest of the mountain within the sight of the individuals of Israel. And Moses entered the cloud, and went up on the mountain. And Moses was on the mountain forty days and forty nights.

New Revised Customary Model
The LORD mentioned to Moses, “Come as much as me on the mountain, and wait there; and I offers you the tablets of stone, with the legislation and the commandment, which I’ve written for his or her instruction.” [So Moses set out with his assistant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God. To the elders he had said, “Wait here for us, until we come to you again; for Aaron and Hur are with you; whoever has a dispute may go to them.”] Then Moses went up on the mountain, and the cloud coated the mountain. The glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai, and the cloud coated it for six days; on the seventh day he known as to Moses out of the cloud. Now the looks of the glory of the LORD was like a devouring fireplace on the highest of the mountain within the sight of the individuals of Israel. Moses entered the cloud, and went up on the mountain. Moses was on the mountain for forty days and forty nights.
ILLUMINATION for the Second Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
Philippians 3:7-14

Paul emphasizes the necessity for a non secular union with the crucified Christ. He says understanding Jesus as his Lord is extra essential than the rest.

A studying (lesson) from the Letter of Paul to the Philippians:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: No matter achieve I had…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others.

Revised Customary Model
No matter achieve I had, I counted as loss for the sake of Christ. Certainly I depend every part as loss due to the surpassing value of understanding Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I’ve suffered the lack of all issues, and depend them as refuse, so that I could achieve Christ and be present in him, not having a righteousness of my very own, based mostly on legislation, however that which is thru religion in Christ, the righteousness from God that will depend on religion; that I could know him and the ability of his resurrection, and should share his sufferings, changing into like him in his demise, that if potential I could attain the resurrection from the lifeless. Not that I’ve already obtained this or am already excellent; however I press on to make it my very own, as a result of Christ Jesus has made me his personal. Brethren, I don’t contemplate that I’ve made it my very own; however one factor I do, forgetting what lies behind and straining ahead to what lies forward, I press on towards the aim for the prize of the upward name of God in Christ Jesus.

New Revised Customary Model
No matter achieve I had I’ve come to treat as loss due to Christ. Greater than that, I regard every part as loss due to the surpassing worth of understanding Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I’ve suffered the lack of all issues, and I regard them as garbage, so that I could achieve Christ and be present in him, not having a righteousness of my very own that comes from the legislation, however one which comes by way of religion in Christ, the righteousness from God based mostly on religion. I wish to know Christ and the ability of his resurrection and the sharing of his sufferings by changing into like him in his demise, if one way or the other I could attain the resurrection from the lifeless. Not that I’ve already obtained this or have already reached the aim; however I press on to make it my very own, as a result of Christ Jesus has made me his personal. Beloved, I don’t contemplate that I’ve made it my very own; however this one factor I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining ahead to what lies forward, I press on towards the aim for the prize of the heavenly name of God in Christ Jesus.

ILLUMINATION for the Gospel Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
Matthew 17:1-9

Jesus experiences the Transfiguration on a excessive mountain. The presence of Moses and Elijah symbolize the legislation and the prophets because the Lord fulfills the traditional custom.

A studying (lesson) from the Gospel in response to Matthew:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: Six days after…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others. If learn by an ordained
individual because the eucharistic gospel, conclude with The gospel of the Lord.

Revised Customary Model
Six days after Peter had acknowledged Jesus because the Christ, the Son of the Residing God, Jesus took with him Peter and James and John his brother, and led them up a excessive mountain aside. And he was transfigured earlier than them, and his face shone just like the solar, and his clothes grew to become white as gentle. And behold, there appeared to them Moses and Elijah, speaking with him. And Peter mentioned to Jesus, “Lord, it’s properly that we’re right here; if you want, I’ll make three cubicles right here, one for you and one for Moses and one for Elijah.” He was nonetheless talking, when lo, a vibrant cloud overshadowed them, and a voice from the cloud mentioned, “That is my beloved Son, with whom I’m properly happy; take heed to him.” When the disciples heard this, they fell on their faces, and have been stuffed with awe. However Jesus got here and touched them, saying, “Rise, and don’t have any worry.” And once they lifted up their eyes, they noticed nobody however Jesus solely. And as they have been coming down the mountain, Jesus commanded them, “Inform nobody the imaginative and prescient, till the Son of man is raised from the lifeless.”

New Revised Customary Model
Six days after Peter had acknowledged Jesus because the Christ, the Son of the Residing God, Jesus took with him Peter and James and his brother John and led them up a excessive mountain, by themselves. And he was transfigured earlier than them, and his face shone just like the solar, and his garments grew to become dazzling white. Immediately there appeared to them Moses and Elijah, speaking with him. Then Peter mentioned to Jesus, “Lord, it’s good for us to be right here; if you want, I’ll make three dwellings right here, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” Whereas he was nonetheless talking, all of a sudden a vibrant cloud overshadowed them, and from the cloud a voice mentioned, “That is my Son, the Beloved; with him I’m properly happy; take heed to him!” When the disciples heard this, they fell to the bottom and have been overcome by worry. However Jesus got here and touched them, saying, “Stand up and don’t be afraid.” And once they seemed up, they noticed nobody besides Jesus himself alone. As they have been coming down the mountain, Jesus ordered them, “Inform nobody concerning the imaginative and prescient till after the Son of Man has been raised from the lifeless.”

February 15 – Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A – RCL

ILLUMINATION for the First Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
Exodus 24:12-18

Moses is summoned by God to the highest of the holy mountain, and he receives the Ten Commandments written on stone. The glory of the Lord is described as fireplace and cloud.

A studying (lesson) from the Guide of Exodus:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: The Lord mentioned to Moses…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others.

Revised Customary Model
The LORD mentioned to Moses, “Come as much as me on the mountain, and wait there; and I offers you the tables of stone, with the legislation and the commandment, which I’ve written for his or her instruction.” So Moses rose together with his servant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God. And he mentioned to the elders, “Tarry right here for us, till we come to you once more; and, behold, Aaron and Hur are with you; whoever has a trigger, let him go to them.” Then Moses went up on the mountain, and the cloud coated the mountain. The glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai, and the cloud coated it six days; and on the seventh day he known as to Moses out of the midst of the cloud. Now the looks of the glory of the LORD was like a devouring fireplace on the highest of the mountain within the sight of the individuals of Israel. And Moses entered the cloud, and went up on the mountain. And Moses was on the mountain forty days and forty nights.

New Revised Customary Model
The LORD mentioned to Moses, “Come as much as me on the mountain, and wait there; and I offers you the tablets of stone, with the legislation and the commandment, which I’ve written for his or her instruction.” So Moses set out together with his assistant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God. To the elders he had mentioned, “Wait right here for us, till we come to you once more; for Aaron and Hur are with you; whoever has a dispute could go to them.” Then Moses went up on the mountain, and the cloud coated the mountain. The glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai, and the cloud coated it for six days; on the seventh day he known as to Moses out of the cloud. Now the looks of the glory of the LORD was like a devouring fireplace on the highest of the mountain within the sight of the individuals of Israel. Moses entered the cloud, and went up on the mountain. Moses was on the mountain for forty days and forty nights.
ILLUMINATION for the Second Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
2 Peter 1:16-21

As he approaches demise, Peter writes this letter wherein he addresses the Transfiguration. He was a witness to this occasion which demonstrated the ability of God.

A studying (lesson) from the Second Letter of Peter:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: We didn’t comply with…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others.

Revised Customary Model
We didn’t comply with cleverly devised myths after we made identified to you the ability and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, however we have been eyewitnesses of his majesty. For when he obtained honor and glory from God the Father and the voice was borne to him by the Majestic Glory, “That is my beloved Son, with whom I’m properly happy,” we heard this voice borne from heaven, for we have been with him on the holy mountain. And we’ve got the prophetic phrase made extra positive. You’ll do properly to concentrate to this as to a lamp shining in a darkish place, till the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts. To begin with you have to perceive this, that no prophecy of scripture is a matter of 1’s personal interpretation, as a result of no prophecy ever got here by the impulse of man, however males moved by the Holy Spirit spoke from God.

New Revised Customary Model
We didn’t comply with cleverly devised myths after we made identified to you the ability and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, however we had been eyewitnesses of his majesty. For he obtained honor and glory from God the Father when that voice was conveyed to him by the Majestic Glory, saying, “That is my Son, my Beloved, with whom I’m properly happy.” We ourselves heard this voice come from heaven, whereas we have been with him on the holy mountain. So we’ve got the prophetic message extra absolutely confirmed. You’ll do properly to be attentive to this as to a lamp shining in a darkish place, till the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts. To begin with you have to perceive this, that no prophecy of scripture is a matter of 1’s personal interpretation, as a result of no prophecy ever got here by human will, however women and men moved by the Holy Spirit spoke from God.
ILLUMINATION for the Gospel Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
Matthew 17:1-9

Jesus experiences the Transfiguration on a excessive mountain. The presence of Moses and Elijah symbolize the legislation and the prophets because the Lord fulfills the traditional custom.

A studying (lesson) from the Gospel in response to Matthew:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: Six days after…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others. If learn by an ordained
individual because the eucharistic gospel, conclude with The gospel of the Lord.

Revised Customary Model
Six days after Peter had acknowledged Jesus because the Christ, the Son of the Residing God, Jesus took with him Peter and James and John his brother, and led them up a excessive mountain aside. And he was transfigured earlier than them, and his face shone just like the solar, and his clothes grew to become white as gentle. And behold, there appeared to them Moses and Elijah, speaking with him. And Peter mentioned to Jesus, “Lord, it’s properly that we’re right here; if you want, I’ll make three cubicles right here, one for you and one for Moses and one for Elijah.” He was nonetheless talking, when lo, a vibrant cloud overshadowed them, and a voice from the cloud mentioned, “That is my beloved Son, with whom I’m properly happy; take heed to him.” When the disciples heard this, they fell on their faces, and have been stuffed with awe. However Jesus got here and touched them, saying, “Rise, and don’t have any worry.” And once they lifted up their eyes, they noticed nobody however Jesus solely. And as they have been coming down the mountain, Jesus commanded them, “Inform nobody the imaginative and prescient, till the Son of man is raised from the lifeless.”

New Revised Customary Model
Six days after Peter had acknowledged Jesus because the Christ, the Son of the Residing God, Jesus took with him Peter and James and his brother John and led them up a excessive mountain, by themselves. And he was transfigured earlier than them, and his face shone just like the solar, and his garments grew to become dazzling white. Immediately there appeared to them Moses and Elijah, speaking with him. Then Peter mentioned to Jesus, “Lord, it’s good for us to be right here; if you want, I’ll make three dwellings right here, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” Whereas he was nonetheless talking, all of a sudden a vibrant cloud overshadowed them, and from the cloud a voice mentioned, “That is my Son, the Beloved; with him I’m properly happy; take heed to him!” When the disciples heard this, they fell to the bottom and have been overcome by worry. However Jesus got here and touched them, saying, “Stand up and don’t be afraid.” And once they seemed up, they noticed nobody besides Jesus himself alone. As they have been coming down the mountain, Jesus ordered them, “Inform nobody concerning the imaginative and prescient till after the Son of Man has been raised from the lifeless.”

February 15 – Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A – BCP

ILLUMINATION for the First Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
Exodus 24:12, (13-14 non-obligatory) 15-18

Moses is summoned by God to the highest of the holy mountain, and he receives the Ten Commandments written on stone. The glory of the Lord is described as fireplace and cloud.

A studying (lesson) from the Guide of Exodus:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: The Lord mentioned to Moses…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others.

Revised Customary Model
The LORD mentioned to Moses, “Come as much as me on the mountain, and wait there; and I offers you the tables of stone, with the legislation and the commandment, which I’ve written for his or her instruction.” [So Moses rose with his servant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God. And he said to the elders, “Tarry here for us, until we come to you again; and, behold, Aaron and Hur are with you; whoever has a cause, let him go to them.”] Then Moses went up on the mountain, and the cloud coated the mountain. The glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai, and the cloud coated it six days; and on the seventh day he known as to Moses out of the midst of the cloud. Now the looks of the glory of the LORD was like a devouring fireplace on the highest of the mountain within the sight of the individuals of Israel. And Moses entered the cloud, and went up on the mountain. And Moses was on the mountain forty days and forty nights.

New Revised Customary Model
The LORD mentioned to Moses, “Come as much as me on the mountain, and wait there; and I offers you the tablets of stone, with the legislation and the commandment, which I’ve written for his or her instruction.” [So Moses set out with his assistant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God. To the elders he had said, “Wait here for us, until we come to you again; for Aaron and Hur are with you; whoever has a dispute may go to them.”] Then Moses went up on the mountain, and the cloud coated the mountain. The glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai, and the cloud coated it for six days; on the seventh day he known as to Moses out of the cloud. Now the looks of the glory of the LORD was like a devouring fireplace on the highest of the mountain within the sight of the individuals of Israel. Moses entered the cloud, and went up on the mountain. Moses was on the mountain for forty days and forty nights.
ILLUMINATION for the Second Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
Philippians 3:7-14

Paul emphasizes the necessity for a non secular union with the crucified Christ. He says understanding Jesus as his Lord is extra essential than the rest.

A studying (lesson) from the Letter of Paul to the Philippians:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: No matter achieve I had…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others.

Revised Customary Model
No matter achieve I had, I counted as loss for the sake of Christ. Certainly I depend every part as loss due to the surpassing value of understanding Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I’ve suffered the lack of all issues, and depend them as refuse, so that I could achieve Christ and be present in him, not having a righteousness of my very own, based mostly on legislation, however that which is thru religion in Christ, the righteousness from God that will depend on religion; that I could know him and the ability of his resurrection, and should share his sufferings, changing into like him in his demise, that if potential I could attain the resurrection from the lifeless. Not that I’ve already obtained this or am already excellent; however I press on to make it my very own, as a result of Christ Jesus has made me his personal. Brethren, I don’t contemplate that I’ve made it my very own; however one factor I do, forgetting what lies behind and straining ahead to what lies forward, I press on towards the aim for the prize of the upward name of God in Christ Jesus.

New Revised Customary Model
No matter achieve I had I’ve come to treat as loss due to Christ. Greater than that, I regard every part as loss due to the surpassing worth of understanding Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I’ve suffered the lack of all issues, and I regard them as garbage, so that I could achieve Christ and be present in him, not having a righteousness of my very own that comes from the legislation, however one which comes by way of religion in Christ, the righteousness from God based mostly on religion. I wish to know Christ and the ability of his resurrection and the sharing of his sufferings by changing into like him in his demise, if one way or the other I could attain the resurrection from the lifeless. Not that I’ve already obtained this or have already reached the aim; however I press on to make it my very own, as a result of Christ Jesus has made me his personal. Beloved, I don’t contemplate that I’ve made it my very own; however this one factor I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining ahead to what lies forward, I press on towards the aim for the prize of the heavenly name of God in Christ Jesus.

ILLUMINATION for the Gospel Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
Matthew 17:1-9

Jesus experiences the Transfiguration on a excessive mountain. The presence of Moses and Elijah symbolize the legislation and the prophets because the Lord fulfills the traditional custom.

A studying (lesson) from the Gospel in response to Matthew:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: Six days after…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others. If learn by an ordained
individual because the eucharistic gospel, conclude with The gospel of the Lord.

Revised Customary Model
Six days after Peter had acknowledged Jesus because the Christ, the Son of the Residing God, Jesus took with him Peter and James and John his brother, and led them up a excessive mountain aside. And he was transfigured earlier than them, and his face shone just like the solar, and his clothes grew to become white as gentle. And behold, there appeared to them Moses and Elijah, speaking with him. And Peter mentioned to Jesus, “Lord, it’s properly that we’re right here; if you want, I’ll make three cubicles right here, one for you and one for Moses and one for Elijah.” He was nonetheless talking, when lo, a vibrant cloud overshadowed them, and a voice from the cloud mentioned, “That is my beloved Son, with whom I’m properly happy; take heed to him.” When the disciples heard this, they fell on their faces, and have been stuffed with awe. However Jesus got here and touched them, saying, “Rise, and don’t have any worry.” And once they lifted up their eyes, they noticed nobody however Jesus solely. And as they have been coming down the mountain, Jesus commanded them, “Inform nobody the imaginative and prescient, till the Son of man is raised from the lifeless.”

New Revised Customary Model
Six days after Peter had acknowledged Jesus because the Christ, the Son of the Residing God, Jesus took with him Peter and James and his brother John and led them up a excessive mountain, by themselves. And he was transfigured earlier than them, and his face shone just like the solar, and his garments grew to become dazzling white. Immediately there appeared to them Moses and Elijah, speaking with him. Then Peter mentioned to Jesus, “Lord, it’s good for us to be right here; if you want, I’ll make three dwellings right here, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” Whereas he was nonetheless talking, all of a sudden a vibrant cloud overshadowed them, and from the cloud a voice mentioned, “That is my Son, the Beloved; with him I’m properly happy; take heed to him!” When the disciples heard this, they fell to the bottom and have been overcome by worry. However Jesus got here and touched them, saying, “Stand up and don’t be afraid.” And once they seemed up, they noticed nobody besides Jesus himself alone. As they have been coming down the mountain, Jesus ordered them, “Inform nobody concerning the imaginative and prescient till after the Son of Man has been raised from the lifeless.”

February 15 – Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A – RCL

ILLUMINATION for the First Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
Exodus 24:12-18

Moses is summoned by God to the highest of the holy mountain, and he receives the Ten Commandments written on stone. The glory of the Lord is described as fireplace and cloud.

A studying (lesson) from the Guide of Exodus:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: The Lord mentioned to Moses…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others.

Revised Customary Model
The LORD mentioned to Moses, “Come as much as me on the mountain, and wait there; and I offers you the tables of stone, with the legislation and the commandment, which I’ve written for his or her instruction.” So Moses rose together with his servant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God. And he mentioned to the elders, “Tarry right here for us, till we come to you once more; and, behold, Aaron and Hur are with you; whoever has a trigger, let him go to them.” Then Moses went up on the mountain, and the cloud coated the mountain. The glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai, and the cloud coated it six days; and on the seventh day he known as to Moses out of the midst of the cloud. Now the looks of the glory of the LORD was like a devouring fireplace on the highest of the mountain within the sight of the individuals of Israel. And Moses entered the cloud, and went up on the mountain. And Moses was on the mountain forty days and forty nights.

New Revised Customary Model
The LORD mentioned to Moses, “Come as much as me on the mountain, and wait there; and I offers you the tablets of stone, with the legislation and the commandment, which I’ve written for his or her instruction.” So Moses set out together with his assistant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God. To the elders he had mentioned, “Wait right here for us, till we come to you once more; for Aaron and Hur are with you; whoever has a dispute could go to them.” Then Moses went up on the mountain, and the cloud coated the mountain. The glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai, and the cloud coated it for six days; on the seventh day he known as to Moses out of the cloud. Now the looks of the glory of the LORD was like a devouring fireplace on the highest of the mountain within the sight of the individuals of Israel. Moses entered the cloud, and went up on the mountain. Moses was on the mountain for forty days and forty nights.
ILLUMINATION for the Second Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
2 Peter 1:16-21

As he approaches demise, Peter writes this letter wherein he addresses the Transfiguration. He was a witness to this occasion which demonstrated the ability of God.

A studying (lesson) from the Second Letter of Peter:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: We didn’t comply with…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others.

Revised Customary Model
We didn’t comply with cleverly devised myths after we made identified to you the ability and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, however we have been eyewitnesses of his majesty. For when he obtained honor and glory from God the Father and the voice was borne to him by the Majestic Glory, “That is my beloved Son, with whom I’m properly happy,” we heard this voice borne from heaven, for we have been with him on the holy mountain. And we’ve got the prophetic phrase made extra positive. You’ll do properly to concentrate to this as to a lamp shining in a darkish place, till the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts. To begin with you have to perceive this, that no prophecy of scripture is a matter of 1’s personal interpretation, as a result of no prophecy ever got here by the impulse of man, however males moved by the Holy Spirit spoke from God.

New Revised Customary Model
We didn’t comply with cleverly devised myths after we made identified to you the ability and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, however we had been eyewitnesses of his majesty. For he obtained honor and glory from God the Father when that voice was conveyed to him by the Majestic Glory, saying, “That is my Son, my Beloved, with whom I’m properly happy.” We ourselves heard this voice come from heaven, whereas we have been with him on the holy mountain. So we’ve got the prophetic message extra absolutely confirmed. You’ll do properly to be attentive to this as to a lamp shining in a darkish place, till the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts. To begin with you have to perceive this, that no prophecy of scripture is a matter of 1’s personal interpretation, as a result of no prophecy ever got here by human will, however women and men moved by the Holy Spirit spoke from God.
ILLUMINATION for the Gospel Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
Matthew 17:1-9

Jesus experiences the Transfiguration on a excessive mountain. The presence of Moses and Elijah symbolize the legislation and the prophets because the Lord fulfills the traditional custom.

A studying (lesson) from the Gospel in response to Matthew:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: Six days after…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others. If learn by an ordained
individual because the eucharistic gospel, conclude with The gospel of the Lord.

Revised Customary Model
Six days after Peter had acknowledged Jesus because the Christ, the Son of the Residing God, Jesus took with him Peter and James and John his brother, and led them up a excessive mountain aside. And he was transfigured earlier than them, and his face shone just like the solar, and his clothes grew to become white as gentle. And behold, there appeared to them Moses and Elijah, speaking with him. And Peter mentioned to Jesus, “Lord, it’s properly that we’re right here; if you want, I’ll make three cubicles right here, one for you and one for Moses and one for Elijah.” He was nonetheless talking, when lo, a vibrant cloud overshadowed them, and a voice from the cloud mentioned, “That is my beloved Son, with whom I’m properly happy; take heed to him.” When the disciples heard this, they fell on their faces, and have been stuffed with awe. However Jesus got here and touched them, saying, “Rise, and don’t have any worry.” And once they lifted up their eyes, they noticed nobody however Jesus solely. And as they have been coming down the mountain, Jesus commanded them, “Inform nobody the imaginative and prescient, till the Son of man is raised from the lifeless.”

New Revised Customary Model
Six days after Peter had acknowledged Jesus because the Christ, the Son of the Residing God, Jesus took with him Peter and James and his brother John and led them up a excessive mountain, by themselves. And he was transfigured earlier than them, and his face shone just like the solar, and his garments grew to become dazzling white. Immediately there appeared to them Moses and Elijah, speaking with him. Then Peter mentioned to Jesus, “Lord, it’s good for us to be right here; if you want, I’ll make three dwellings right here, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” Whereas he was nonetheless talking, all of a sudden a vibrant cloud overshadowed them, and from the cloud a voice mentioned, “That is my Son, the Beloved; with him I’m properly happy; take heed to him!” When the disciples heard this, they fell to the bottom and have been overcome by worry. However Jesus got here and touched them, saying, “Stand up and don’t be afraid.” And once they seemed up, they noticed nobody besides Jesus himself alone. As they have been coming down the mountain, Jesus ordered them, “Inform nobody concerning the imaginative and prescient till after the Son of Man has been raised from the lifeless.”

February 15 – Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A – BCP

ILLUMINATION for the First Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
Exodus 24:12, (13-14 non-obligatory) 15-18

Moses is summoned by God to the highest of the holy mountain, and he receives the Ten Commandments written on stone. The glory of the Lord is described as fireplace and cloud.

A studying (lesson) from the Guide of Exodus:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: The Lord mentioned to Moses…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others.

Revised Customary Model
The LORD mentioned to Moses, “Come as much as me on the mountain, and wait there; and I offers you the tables of stone, with the legislation and the commandment, which I’ve written for his or her instruction.” [So Moses rose with his servant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God. And he said to the elders, “Tarry here for us, until we come to you again; and, behold, Aaron and Hur are with you; whoever has a cause, let him go to them.”] Then Moses went up on the mountain, and the cloud coated the mountain. The glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai, and the cloud coated it six days; and on the seventh day he known as to Moses out of the midst of the cloud. Now the looks of the glory of the LORD was like a devouring fireplace on the highest of the mountain within the sight of the individuals of Israel. And Moses entered the cloud, and went up on the mountain. And Moses was on the mountain forty days and forty nights.

New Revised Customary Model
The LORD mentioned to Moses, “Come as much as me on the mountain, and wait there; and I offers you the tablets of stone, with the legislation and the commandment, which I’ve written for his or her instruction.” [So Moses set out with his assistant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God. To the elders he had said, “Wait here for us, until we come to you again; for Aaron and Hur are with you; whoever has a dispute may go to them.”] Then Moses went up on the mountain, and the cloud coated the mountain. The glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai, and the cloud coated it for six days; on the seventh day he known as to Moses out of the cloud. Now the looks of the glory of the LORD was like a devouring fireplace on the highest of the mountain within the sight of the individuals of Israel. Moses entered the cloud, and went up on the mountain. Moses was on the mountain for forty days and forty nights.
ILLUMINATION for the Second Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
Philippians 3:7-14

Paul emphasizes the necessity for a non secular union with the crucified Christ. He says understanding Jesus as his Lord is extra essential than the rest.

A studying (lesson) from the Letter of Paul to the Philippians:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: No matter achieve I had…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others.

Revised Customary Model
No matter achieve I had, I counted as loss for the sake of Christ. Certainly I depend every part as loss due to the surpassing value of understanding Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I’ve suffered the lack of all issues, and depend them as refuse, so that I could achieve Christ and be present in him, not having a righteousness of my very own, based mostly on legislation, however that which is thru religion in Christ, the righteousness from God that will depend on religion; that I could know him and the ability of his resurrection, and should share his sufferings, changing into like him in his demise, that if potential I could attain the resurrection from the lifeless. Not that I’ve already obtained this or am already excellent; however I press on to make it my very own, as a result of Christ Jesus has made me his personal. Brethren, I don’t contemplate that I’ve made it my very own; however one factor I do, forgetting what lies behind and straining ahead to what lies forward, I press on towards the aim for the prize of the upward name of God in Christ Jesus.

New Revised Customary Model
No matter achieve I had I’ve come to treat as loss due to Christ. Greater than that, I regard every part as loss due to the surpassing worth of understanding Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I’ve suffered the lack of all issues, and I regard them as garbage, so that I could achieve Christ and be present in him, not having a righteousness of my very own that comes from the legislation, however one which comes by way of religion in Christ, the righteousness from God based mostly on religion. I wish to know Christ and the ability of his resurrection and the sharing of his sufferings by changing into like him in his demise, if one way or the other I could attain the resurrection from the lifeless. Not that I’ve already obtained this or have already reached the aim; however I press on to make it my very own, as a result of Christ Jesus has made me his personal. Beloved, I don’t contemplate that I’ve made it my very own; however this one factor I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining ahead to what lies forward, I press on towards the aim for the prize of the heavenly name of God in Christ Jesus.

ILLUMINATION for the Gospel Lesson
Final Sunday after the Epiphany, Yr A, February 15, 2026
Matthew 17:1-9

Jesus experiences the Transfiguration on a excessive mountain. The presence of Moses and Elijah symbolize the legislation and the prophets because the Lord fulfills the traditional custom.

A studying (lesson) from the Gospel in response to Matthew:
(Lead in with) RSV and NRSV: Six days after…
Conclude with The phrase of the Lord or Right here endeth, and many others. If learn by an ordained
individual because the eucharistic gospel, conclude with The gospel of the Lord.

Revised Customary Model
Six days after Peter had acknowledged Jesus because the Christ, the Son of the Residing God, Jesus took with him Peter and James and John his brother, and led them up a excessive mountain aside. And he was transfigured earlier than them, and his face shone just like the solar, and his clothes grew to become white as gentle. And behold, there appeared to them Moses and Elijah, speaking with him. And Peter mentioned to Jesus, “Lord, it’s properly that we’re right here; if you want, I’ll make three cubicles right here, one for you and one for Moses and one for Elijah.” He was nonetheless talking, when lo, a vibrant cloud overshadowed them, and a voice from the cloud mentioned, “That is my beloved Son, with whom I’m properly happy; take heed to him.” When the disciples heard this, they fell on their faces, and have been stuffed with awe. However Jesus got here and touched them, saying, “Rise, and don’t have any worry.” And once they lifted up their eyes, they noticed nobody however Jesus solely. And as they have been coming down the mountain, Jesus commanded them, “Inform nobody the imaginative and prescient, till the Son of man is raised from the lifeless.”

New Revised Customary Model
Six days after Peter had acknowledged Jesus because the Christ, the Son of the Residing God, Jesus took with him Peter and James and his brother John and led them up a excessive mountain, by themselves. And he was transfigured earlier than them, and his face shone just like the solar, and his garments grew to become dazzling white. Immediately there appeared to them Moses and Elijah, speaking with him. Then Peter mentioned to Jesus, “Lord, it’s good for us to be right here; if you want, I’ll make three dwellings right here, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” Whereas he was nonetheless talking, all of a sudden a vibrant cloud overshadowed them, and from the cloud a voice mentioned, “That is my Son, the Beloved; with him I’m properly happy; take heed to him!” When the disciples heard this, they fell to the bottom and have been overcome by worry. However Jesus got here and touched them, saying, “Stand up and don’t be afraid.” And once they seemed up, they noticed nobody besides Jesus himself alone. As they have been coming down the mountain, Jesus ordered them, “Inform nobody concerning the imaginative and prescient till after the Son of Man has been raised from the lifeless.”