I have competed well; I have finished the race.
A reading from the second letter of Saint Paul to Timothy.
I am already being poured out like a libation,
and the time of my departure is at hand.
I have competed well;
I have finished the race;
I have kept the faith.
From now on the crown of righteousness awaits me,
which the Lord,
the just judge,
will award to me on that day;
and not only me,
but to all who have longed for his appearance.
The Word of the Lord.