Online Church: @Our Lady of Africa Church Mbuya today, March 08, 2026

THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT, YEAR A

Main Celebrant: Fr. Ben Chola, MCCJ and Co-celebrant: Fr. Rufino Ezama MCCJ

Scripture Readings

-   First Reading: Exodus 17:3-7 - The Israelites' thirst and grumbling against Moses, and God's provision of water.
- Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 95:1-2, 6-7, 8-9 - A call to worship and listen to God's voice.
- Second Reading: Romans 5:1-2, 5-8 - God's love poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit.

- Gospel: John 4:5-42 - Jesus meets the Samaritan woman at the well, offering her living water.

The theme of the readings is God's provision and love, emphasizing the importance of trusting and following Him. The story of the Samaritan woman highlights Jesus' offer of living water, symbolizing eternal life and spiritual renewal.