3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A - January 25, 2026

 

The 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A highlights Jesus as the light that leads people out of darkness. The readings show how God calls people to unity and invites them to follow Jesus.

• Light in darkness: Isaiah speaks of people walking in darkness who see a great light. Jesus brings this light by preaching and healing in Galilee.
• Call to unity: Paul urges the Corinthians to be united and not divided. Following Jesus means working together and not focusing on human leaders.
• Jesus calls disciples: Jesus calls Simon, Andrew, James, and John to follow Him. They leave everything behind to be with Him.
• Repent and believe: Jesus begins His preaching with a call to repentance. He invites people to change their ways and trust in God.
• God’s plan unfolds: The prophecy in Isaiah is fulfilled in Jesus. His presence in Galilee shows that God’s promises come true.
• Spreading the good news: Jesus goes from town to town preaching and healing. He shows that the message of God’s kingdom is for everyone.

God brings light, calls people to follow Jesus, and asks for unity. The 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A reminds people to trust in God’s plan.

ENTRANCE :
1. Diha sa Halaran
2. Himaya Kanimo
3. Bayan Magsiawit Na
4. City of God
5. Come with Praise

READINGS:

• First Reading – Isaiah 8:23–9:3: God transformed the fortunes of Zebulun and Naphtali, bringing light to their darkness, joy like a harvest, and breaking the bonds of oppression, reminiscent of Midian’s defeat.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 27: The Lord is my light and my salvation.
• The Lord is my light, salvation, and stronghold, eliminating all fear. I desire to dwell in His presence forever, confidently expecting to see His goodness in my life.
• Second Reading – 1 Corinthians 1:10-13, 17: I urge unity and no divisions among you, to avoid factions that claim allegiance to different leaders. Christ alone should be our focus, not human leaders.
• Gospel – Matthew 4:12-23: Jesus retreated to Galilee, fulfilling Isaiah’s prophecy by bringing light to a darkened region. He began preaching repentance and assembled his first disciples, starting his ministry of teaching, proclaiming, and healing. 
  
  
  

OFFERTORY:
1. Ang Pagtawag
2. Dios Nia Ko
3. Pag-aalay ng Sarili
4. Paghahandog ng Sarili
5. Panalangin sa Pagiging Bukas Palad
6. Take and Receive
7. Prayer for Generosity
 
COMMUNION:
1. Mangingisda ug Tawo
2. Ang Tawag sa Panahon
3. Pagkakaibigan
4. Panunumpa
5. Hesus ng Aking Buhay
6. Mangingisda ng Tao
7. Awit ng Paghilom
8. Pastorale
9. Hear I am Lord
10. Prayer of St. Francis
 
RECESSIONAL:
1. Ang Tawag
2. Ang Atong Tulubagon
3. Kinsa?
4. Pananagutan
5. Sinong Makapaghihiwalay
6. Before the Sun Burned Bright

2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time (Feast of Sto. Niño) - Year A - January 18, 2026

The 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A focuses on Jesus as the Lamb of God and the mission to spread God’s salvation. The readings show God’s call, the role of Jesus, and how people respond to him.

• Jesus as the Lamb of God: John the Baptist points to Jesus as the Lamb of God. This shows Jesus as the one who takes away sin and brings people back to God.
• God’s Call to Serve: God calls Israel to bring back the people and be a light to all nations. This reminds believers that God calls them to share his message with others.
• Salvation for All: God’s plan is not just for one group but for the whole world. Jesus brings salvation to everyone, not just to Israel.
• The Role of the Holy Spirit: John the Baptist sees the Spirit come down on Jesus. This confirms Jesus as the chosen one of God.
• Grace and Peace from God: Paul greets the church with a blessing of grace and peace. This reminds believers that God offers his help and peace to all who follow him.
• Witnessing to Jesus: John the Baptist tells others about Jesus. This shows the importance of sharing faith and pointing others to Jesus.

The 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A highlights Jesus’ mission and how people respond to him. The readings remind believers that they are called to follow Jesus and share his message with others.

ENTRANCE:
1. Diha sa Halaran
2. Daygon ta ang Ginoo
3. Bayan, Magsiawit Na!
4. Purihi't Pasalamatan
5. Glory and Praise to our God

READINGS:

• First Reading – Isaiah 49:3, 5-6: God calls Israel his servant, destined to bring back Jacob and be a light to all nations, spreading salvation everywhere.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 40: Here am I, Lord; I come to do your will.
• I waited for the Lord, and he listened to me. He put a song in my mouth. He opened my ears to listen. I spoke of his justice.
• Second Reading – 1 Corinthians 1:1-3: Paul and Sosthenes greet the sanctified church in Corinth, wishing them grace and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
• Gospel – John 1:29-34: John the Baptist saw Jesus and identified him as the Lamb of God. He explained his mission to baptize and testified that he saw the Spirit descend on Jesus, affirming him as the Son of God. 
  
  
  

OFFERTORY:
1. Nagahalad Kami
2. Daygon Ikaw Ginoong Dios
3. Kapuri-puri Ka
4. Panalangin sa Pagiging Bukas Palad
5. Take and Receive
6. Prayer for Generosity
 
COMMUNION:
1. Dios Nia Ko
2. Kinabuhi Mo, Kinabuhi Ko
3. Misyon sa Tawo
4. Bawat Sandali
5. Tubig ng Buhay
6. Huwag kang Mangamba
7. Sa'yo Lamang
8. Lead Me Lord
9. Here I am Lord
 
RECESSIONAL:
1. Ang Atong Tulubagon
2. Ang Tawag
3. Pananagutan
4. All the Ends of the Earth