When Fasting Becomes Love – Friday, February 20, 2026

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When Fasting Becomes Love – Friday, February 20, 2026
Today’s Catholic Mass Readings & Gospel Reflection

Reading 1: Isaiah 58:1–9a
Resp: Psalm 51:3–4, 5–6ab, 18–19
Gospel: Matthew 9:14–15

Liturgical Day: Friday after Ash Wednesday
Liturgical Color: Violet
Lectionary Number: 221

Today’s Gospel from Matthew 9:14–15 teaches that fasting flows from relationship, not routine. This reflection invites us to embrace Lent as a season of sincere conversion rooted in love, justice, and longing for Christ.

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