The 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C calls us to reflect on our use of worldly resources and our responsibilities to others. The readings challenge us to live with honesty, justice, and faithfulness to God above all else.
- Justice
for the poor: The first reading reminds us that God cares about
the poor and condemns cheating and exploitation. We are called to treat
others with fairness and care for those in need.
- Honesty
in daily life: The Gospel warns against dishonesty and urges us
to act with integrity. God sees how we handle small things, and our
choices reveal our loyalty to Him.
- Prioritizing
God over wealth: Jesus teaches that we cannot serve both God and
money. We must decide where our true allegiance lies and choose what leads
to eternal life.
- Prayer
for all people: The second reading encourages us to pray for
everyone, including leaders and those in authority. This reminds us that
peace and order come from God’s guidance and our prayers.
- Responsible
use of resources: The Gospel challenges us to use our talents and
possessions wisely for God’s kingdom. Earthly goods are tools for doing
good and helping others.
- Faithful
service to God: Jesus calls us to be faithful in our
responsibilities. By serving God with sincerity, we show our love and
trust in Him.
The 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C helps us reflect on
our values and choices. It challenges us to live with faith, integrity, and
care for others in all that we do.
Entrance:
1. Mao Kini ang Panaghinigugmaay
2. Pag-inambitay
3. Pagmamahal sa Panginoon
4. Buklod ng Pag-ibig
5. Come with Praise
6. Magnificat (Haas)
Readings:
- First
Reading – Amos
8:4-7: God condemns those who cheat and exploit the poor, vowing to
remember their wrongdoings.
- Responsorial
Psalm – Psalm
113: Praise the Lord who lifts up the poor.
- Praise
the Lord, who is above all and helps the needy, lifting them from low
places to high positions.
- Second
Reading – 1
Timothy 2:1-8: Pray for everyone, including leaders, so we may live
peacefully. God wants everyone saved. Christ is our mediator. I was
appointed to teach this truth. Pray with pure hearts.
- Gospel – Luke
16:1-13: Jesus tells a story about a manager who, after being fired,
shrewdly reduces debts to secure future favors. He teaches that one
Offertory:
1. Dawata O Ginoo
2. Ning Adlaw sa Kalipay
3. Gasa ug Gugma
4. Paghahandog ng Sarili
5. Tanging Alay ko
6. Narito Ako, Panginoon (Que)
7. Earthen Vessel
8. Take our bread (Wise)
Communion:
1. Gugma ang Dios
2. Mugna sa Dios
3. Gugma ug Paglaum
4. Panunumpa
5. Mananatili
6. Hesus ng Aking Buhay (Aquino)
7. In Him Alone
8. I Love the Lord
9. How lovely is Your dwelling Place
Recessional:
1. Ang Tawag sa Panahon
2. Mapapalad
3. Life Forevermore (Ellerton, Francisco) cannot serve
both God and money.