The Third Sunday of Lent emphasizes the theme of spiritual renewal and conversion. The Gospel often recounts Jesus’ encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well (John 4:5-42), where He offers her “living water”—a symbol of the eternal life He gives through the Holy Spirit. This encounter highlights themes of repentance, forgiveness, and the deep thirst for God that resides in every human heart. The readings encourage reflection on one’s relationship with God and the need for inner transformation. The Sunday calls Christians to deepen their faith, seek God’s mercy, and embrace the living water of Christ’s love.
(*) denotes that the Lenten Sundays are moveable observance dates. These dates are determined based on Easter Sunday, a moveable feast based on the lunar and solar cycles of the Jewish calendar.