18th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C - August 3, 2025

 On the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C, the readings call us to examine our values and priorities. They remind us to look beyond material wealth and focus on what is eternal. Here are some key themes from this Sunday’s readings.

• The Emptiness of Wealth: The first reading warns us that worldly riches and success can feel empty. It reminds us that only God can give lasting joy and fulfillment.
• Setting Hearts on Heaven: Paul encourages believers to seek what is above and keep their focus on God’s kingdom. This calls us to prioritize spiritual growth over material concerns.
• Letting Go of Greed: Jesus’ parable in the Gospel warns against greed and storing up riches. It shows that selfish desires can separate us from God and others.
• True Security in God: The readings remind us that earthly wealth is fragile, but God’s love is steady and secure. Our security and peace come from trusting in God rather than possessions.
• Living for Eternal Life: Paul calls us to focus on eternal life by living in a way that pleases God. This theme reminds us that our actions should reflect our hope in heaven.
• The Folly of Selfish Ambition: The Gospel warns against putting our ambitions above God and others. It challenges us to use our blessings to serve and to help others.
• Seeking Lasting Joy: The readings call us to seek joy that endures beyond this life. True joy comes from our relationship with God and living according to His ways.

These themes from the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C encourage us to live with purpose and hope in God. They remind us that true happiness and peace come from placing our lives in God’s hands.

Entrance:
1.      Himaya Kanimo, Kristo Jesus (Koro Viannista)
2.      Mao Kini ang Paghinigugmaay
3.      Sa Hapag ng Panginoon
4.      Pag-aalala (Francisco)
5.      Bayan, Magsiawit Na
6.      Bayan, Umawit Na
7.      Water of Life (Haas)
8.      Come with Praise
9.      Seek the Lord (O ‘Connor)

Readings:

• First Reading – Ecclesiastes 1:2; 2:21-23: The Teacher declares everything meaningless. Working hard only to leave the results to someone else is futile. Life is full of pain and worry, and this is also meaningless.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 90: If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts.
• God turns people back to dust, and life is fleeting like grass. Teach us to value our days and show us compassion. May God’s favor be upon us and our work.
• Second Reading – Colossians 3:1-5, 9-11: Focus on what is above, not on earthly things. Put to death sinful behaviors and renew yourself in Christ. Christ is everything and in everyone.
• Gospel – Luke 12:13-21: Jesus warns against greed and tells a parable of a rich man focused on storing wealth. God calls him a fool, reminding us that life is about being rich toward God. 
  
  
  

Offertory:
1.      Ania King mga Gasa
2.      Gasa sa Gugma (Koro Viannista; Himaya Kanimo)
3.      Unang Alay (Magnaye)
4.      Pag-aalay (Francisco)
5.      One Bread, One Body (Foley)
6.      Christify
 
Communion:
1.      Kini Maong Akong Lawas
2.      Ang Kinabuhing Mahinungdanon
3.      Daygon Ikaw Ginoong Dios
4.      Awit ng Paghahangad (best choice as it fits for the gospel)
5.      Huwag kang Mangamba
6.      Panalangin sa Pagiging Bukas Palad
7.      Paghahandog ng Sarili
8.      Come to me
9.      Come to me all who are weary
10.    Far Greater Love
11.     Prayer for Generosity
12.     Prayer of St. Francis
13.    Seek Ye First
14.     I Seek you for I Thirst
 
Recessional:
1.      Panbanwag
2.      Kinsa
3.      Sinong Makapaghihiwalay
4.      Maliban na Mahulog sa Lupa
5.      I am the Bread of Life (Toolan)
6.      Blessed be GOD
7.      Live Forever

 

17th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C - July 27, 2025

The 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C focuses on prayer, trust, and God’s care for us. The readings show how people turn to God with faith and hope, asking for help and guidance.

• Persistence in prayer: Abraham and Jesus teach the importance of continuing to ask God for help. Both show that faith means trusting God will listen and respond.
• God’s justice and mercy: Abraham asks God to spare the innocent when Sodom is judged. This reminds us that God is both fair and full of mercy.
• Faith and forgiveness: Paul tells the Colossians that their sins are forgiven because of Jesus. This shows that faith brings new life and freedom from sin.
• The gift of prayer: Jesus teaches his disciples how to pray, giving them the Lord’s Prayer. Prayer is a way to build a deeper relationship with God.
• Trust in God’s care: Jesus says God gives good gifts to those who ask. This reminds us to trust in God, who loves and provides for us.
• Interceding for others: Abraham’s prayer for Sodom shows the power of asking God to help others. Prayer is not just for ourselves but for those in need.

These themes help us reflect on how we pray and trust in God. They encourage us to turn to God with faith, knowing that He listens and cares for us.

Entrance:

1.     Diosnong Magtutudlo,
2.     Pag-inambitay
3.     Kasaulogan sa Kinabuhi
4.     Bayan, Magsiawit Na! (Aquino)
5.     Bayan, Umawit (Borres, Baltazar, Francisco)
6.     Come With Praise (Schutte)
7.     For You Are My God (Foley)
8.     Glory and Praise to Our God (Schutte)

Readings:

• First Reading – Genesis 18:20-32: God tells Abraham He will check on Sodom and Gomorrah’s sin. Abraham asks God to spare the city if ten innocent people are found, and God agrees.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 138: Lord, on the day I called for help, you answered me.
• I thank the Lord for hearing my prayers, giving me strength, and protecting me. His kindness lasts forever, and He will complete His work for me.
• Second Reading – Colossians 2:12-14: In baptism, you were buried and raised with Christ. God forgave your sins, canceled your debt, and made you alive with Christ.
• Gospel – Luke 11:1-13: Jesus teaches His disciples how to pray and emphasizes persistence in prayer, assuring them that God will answer. He highlights God’s readiness to give the Holy Spirit to those who ask.
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Offertory:
1.     Dios Nia Ko,
2.     O Dios Dawata,
3.     Paghahandog ng Sarili (Arboleda, Francisco)
4.     Panalangin sa Pagiging Bukas Palad (Arboleda, Francisco)
5.     Prayer for Generosity (Arboleda)
6.     Prayer of Rupert Mayer
 
Communion:
1.     Ang Kinabuhing Mahinungdanon,
2.    Kinabuhi Mo, Kinabuhi Ko
3.    Ang Paglingap ng Diyos (Hontiveros) Don’t forget to change Yahweh to Poon.
4.    Huwag Kang Mangamba (Pagsanghan, Francisco)
5.    H’wag Mangamba (Francisco)
6.    Manalig Ka (Perez) best choice as we pray, nananalig tayo
7.    Manatili Ka (Francisco)
8.    O Diyos, Iniibig Kita (Rodrigo, Hontiveros)
9.    O Hesus, Hilumin Mo (Francisco)
10. Pagbabalik (Alcaraz, Francisco)
11.  Pananalanging Maging Bukas-Palad (Rodrigo, Ramirez)
12. Panginoon, Aking Tanglaw (Ramirez) good choice, as we pray God will guide us
13. Sa ‘Yo Lamang (Borres, Gan, Francisco)
14. Sa ‘Yong Piling (Castro, Villaroman)
15. Sino Kayo? (Javellana, Que)
16. Tungo Sa’Yo (Francia, Reyes, Tirol)
17. Empty Space (Go, Francisco)
18. I Am the Bread of Life (Toolan)
19. I Love the Lord (Aquino)
20.I Seek You for I Thirst (Valdellon)
21. In Him Alone (Francisco)
22.On Eagle’s Wings (Joncas)
23.Your Heart Today (Franc.isco)
24.Here I Am, Lord
25. In your Own Time (Tirol)
26. Lead Me, Lord
 
Recessional:
1.     Kinsa?
2.    Ang Atong Tulubagon
3.    Diocesan Shared Vision
4.    Humayo’t Ihayag
5.    Magpasalamat sa Kanya
6.    I Will Sing Forever
7.    All My Days