When is Divine Mercy Sunday 2026?
In 2026, Divine Mercy Sunday falls on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
Divine Mercy Sunday is celebrated on the Second Sunday of Easter, one week after Easter. It was established for the universal Church by Pope John Paul II in the year 2000, drawing on the devotion associated with Saint Faustina Kowalska.
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Key liturgical dates in 2026
| Ash Wednesday | February 18, 2026 |
| Palm Sunday | March 29, 2026 |
| Good Friday | April 3, 2026 |
| Easter Sunday | April 5, 2026 |
| Ascension | May 14, 2026 |
| Pentecost | May 24, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Divine Mercy Sunday in 2026?
In 2026, Divine Mercy Sunday falls on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
Why does the date of Divine Mercy Sunday change each year?
Its date depends on the date of Easter, which is a movable feast set as the first Sunday after the first full moon on or after the spring equinox. Because Easter moves, so do the feasts calculated from it.