Corpus Christi Sunday - Year A - June 7, 2026

 Corpus Christi Year A invites us to think about what it means to receive Jesus in the Eucharist. The readings help us see how God feeds His people and draws them together as one.

• Living Bread from Heaven: Jesus calls Himself the living bread. This reminds us that the Eucharist is not just a symbol, but real food for our souls.
• God Provides in Hard Times: In the desert, God gave manna and water to His people. This shows He cares for us even when things are hard.
• Unity Through the Eucharist: Sharing one bread brings us together. The Eucharist makes us one Church, one body in Christ.
• True Life in Christ: Jesus says we must eat His flesh and drink His blood to have life. The Eucharist connects us to eternal life.
• Trusting God’s Word: God told His people they live by His word, not just by bread. We are reminded to listen and trust Him, especially when we are unsure.
• Sacrifice and Gift: The cup we bless reminds us of Christ’s sacrifice. In every Mass, we remember His love and offer ourselves back to Him.
• Memory of Salvation: God told His people to remember what He did for them. The Eucharist helps us remember Jesus and what He has done to save us.

Corpus Christi Year A calls us to treasure the gift of the Eucharist. It reminds us that Jesus is with us in every Mass, feeding us and making us one. (Source: https://young-catholics.com/706/corpus-christi-year-a/#google_vignette )

Entrance:
1.      Awit mga Binuhat
2.      Kon Magkatigum ta , sibo sa ebanghelyo diin nagkatigom sila sa usa ka lawak
3.      Himaya Kanimo, Kristo Jesus
4.      Sa Hapag ng Panginoon (Morano & Francisco) 
5.      Sa Piging na Handog (Carlos, Villaroman) 
6.      Sa Piging ng Panginoon (Tabuena, Hontivers) 
7.      Water of Life (Haas)

Readings:

• First Reading – Deuteronomy 8:2-3, 14B-16A: God led and tested the Israelites in the desert, providing manna and water, to show that life depends on His word.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 147: Praise the Lord, Jerusalem.
• Praise the Lord for strengthening Jerusalem, granting peace, and sharing his word and laws with Israel.
• Second Reading – 1 Corinthians 10:16-17: The cup and bread we bless signify our sharing in Christ’s blood and body, uniting us as one body.
• Gospel – John 6:51-58: Jesus declares He is the living bread from heaven. To have eternal life, we must eat His flesh and drink His blood, ensuring our union with Him and eternal life. 
  
  
  

Offertory:
1.      Daygon, Ikaw Ginoong Dios
2.      Diyutay Lang Kini
3.      Nagahalad Kami
4.      Uban ning Pan ug bino (Cubillas)
5.      Aniang Among Halad
6.      Unang Alay (Magnaye)
7.      Isang Pagkain, Isang Katawan, Isang Bayan (San Pedro) 
8.      Pag-aalay (Francisco)
9.      One Bread, One Body (Foley)
10.  Prayer for Generosity (Arboleda)
11.  Prayer of Rupert Mayer (Francisco)
12.  Take and Receive “Command and I obey”

(Image source: https://www.rvasia.org/daily-reflection/feast-corpus-christi ) 

 
Communion:
1.      Kini Maong Akong Lawas, best choice for the celebration. Sibo kaayo sa Ebanghelyo
2.      O Dios Ikaw Haduol
3.      Natawag ko Na Ikaw
4.      O Hesus, Hilumin Mo (Francisco)
5.      Pag-alabin Aming Puso (Francisco)
6.      Sa Dapit Hapon (Tabuena & Hontiveros) admittedly Lenten, but if you prioritize Stanza 3...
7.      Ito ang Aking Katawan (Isidro & Ramirez) best choice, stanzas 1 to 3
8.      Likhain Mong Muli (Alejo, Francisco)
9.      Anima Christi (Arboleda) 
10.  Empty Space (Go, Francisco) 
11.  The Presence of Jesus (Haas)
 
Recessional:
1.      Diocesan Shared Vision (if your parish have), we need to sing this so that the parishioners will know the parish vision
2.      Ang Tawag
3.      Ang Atong Tulubagon
4.      Tanda ng Kaharian ng Diyos (Moreno, Francisco)
5.      I am the Bread of Life (Toolan) Stanza 3 ang priority.

Trinity Sunday - Year A - May 31, 2026

 SORRY PO AT LATE NAKAPAGPOST. BUTI NALANG MAY NAHIRAMAN NG GADGET.
Trinity Sunday Year A invites us to reflect on the mystery of God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. It is a time to remember that God is three persons but one in essence, showing us how they work together for our good. Here are some key themes for this special day:

• God’s Loving Nature: God shows us love through His actions. He is always ready to forgive and shows kindness to all.

• God’s Justice and Mercy: While God is loving and forgiving, He also brings justice. He helps us understand that mercy and justice work together.

• Peace and Unity: Paul encourages the people to live in peace. Unity among believers is important to God, and He calls us to be united.

• Blessing Through Christ: Through Jesus, God offers grace to everyone. We are blessed with His love and friendship through the Holy Spirit.

• Gift of Eternal Life: God sent His Son to give us the gift of eternal life. Those who believe in Jesus can be saved from death and live forever.

• The Role of the Holy Spirit: The Holy Spirit brings us closer to God. He helps us grow in faith and guides us in living out God’s will.

• Faith and Salvation: Belief in Jesus is key to salvation. Without faith, we miss the chance to receive the gift of eternal life.

In conclusion, Trinity Sunday Year A highlights the importance of understanding the relationship between God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit. It teaches us about love, justice, salvation, and unity through our faith in God.
Source: https://young-catholics.com/702/trinity-sunday-year-a/
 
Entrance:
1. Diosnong Magtutudlo
2. Diha sa Halaran
3. Himaya Kanimo
4. Lungsod nga Balaan
5. Purihi’t Pasalamatan (Esteban & Hontiveros). Make sure you complete all three stanzas. Never ever cut short this song. Best choice.
6. Magpasalamat Kayo sa Panginoon (Ramirez). Prioritize Stanza 2.
7. Pagmamahal sa Panginoon (Hontiveros)
8. Awit ng Pasasalamat (Hontiveros)
9. For You Are My God (Foley) 
10. Glory and Praise to Our God (Schutte) Stanzas 1 and 3 ang priority.
11. Let Heaven Rejoice (Dufford) Stanzas 3 and 4 ang priority.
 
Readings:

• First reading – Exodus 34:4B-6, 8-9: God appears to Moses and speaks about His character. He is kind, patient, full of love, and ready to forgive, but He also brings justice. Moses bows down and worships Him.

• Responsorial Psalm – Daniel 3:52, 53, 54, 55, 56: This psalm praises God’s greatness. It honors His name, His holiness, and His rule over all creation.

• Second reading – 2 Corinthians 13:11-13: Paul encourages the people to live in peace and unity. He blesses them with the grace of Jesus, the love of God, and the friendship of the Holy Spirit.

• Gospel – John 3:16-18: Jesus tells Nicodemus that God loves the world so much that He sent His Son to bring eternal life. Those who believe in Jesus will be saved, but those who do not believe miss out on this gift. 
  
  
  

 
Offertory:
1. Daygon Ikaw Ginoong Dios (Koro Viannista)
2. Diyutay Lang Kini
3. Ning Adlaw sa kalipay
4. Paghahandog ng Sarili (Ofrasio-Hontiveros, or Arboleda-Francisco)
5. Paghahandog (San Andres)
6. Dwelling Place (Foley)
7. Take our bread (Wise)
 
Communion:
1. Kini Maong Akong Lawas
2. Way Sukod ang Pagmahal
3. Ako ang Kahayag
4. Hesus ng Aking Buhay (Aquino)
5. Ang Kaluluwa ko’y Nauuhaw (Isidro, Que)
6. Awit ng Pag-asam (Hangad)
6. In Him Alone (Francisco)
7. One More Gift (Francisco)
8. Sing of Him (Dufford)
9. The Cry of the Poor (Foley)
 
Recessional:
1. Ang Tawag
2. Ang Atong Tulubagon
3. Himaya Kanimo (if not used in Entrance)
4. Tanda ng Kaharian ng Diyos (Morano, Francisco) 
5. I Will Sing Forever (Francisco)