4th Sunday of Easter (Good Shepherd Sunday) - Year A - April 26, 2026

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The 4th Sunday of Easter Year A, known as Good Shepherd Sunday, highlights Jesus as the Good Shepherd who cares for His flock. The readings emphasize the themes of guidance, protection, and the call to follow Christ.

• Jesus as the Good Shepherd: Jesus calls Himself the Good Shepherd who knows His sheep and lays down His life for them. This image shows His deep care and willingness to sacrifice for us.
• Repentance and Baptism: In Acts, Peter calls for repentance and baptism in the name of Jesus. This theme emphasizes turning away from sin and beginning a new life in Christ.
• Following Christ’s Example: Peter’s letter urges us to follow Christ’s example of suffering patiently. This teaches us to endure hardships with trust in God.
• Hearing God’s Voice: Jesus says His sheep hear His voice and follow Him. This highlights the importance of listening to Jesus and discerning His guidance in our lives.
• New Life in Christ: Peter speaks of dying to sin and living for righteousness. This theme stresses the new life we receive through Christ’s sacrifice and resurrection.
• Conversion and Salvation: Acts recounts the conversion of many who heard Peter’s message. This shows the power of the Gospel to change hearts and bring salvation.

4th Sunday of Easter Year A (Good Shepherd Sunday) reminds us of Jesus’ care and guidance as our Shepherd. We are called to listen to His voice, follow Him, and live out our faith daily.

Entrance:
1.      Diha sa Halaran
2.      Diosnong Magtutudlo
3.      Mao Kini ang Panaghigugmaay
4.      Kon Magkatigum Ta
5.      Magsiawit sa Panginoon (Isidro & Que) "Magsiawit kayo sa Panginoon; ALELUYA!"
6.      Isang Pananampalataya (Santos & Hontiveros)
7.      Halina aat Lumapit (Santos, Hontiveros) Stanza 2 ang priority.
8.      Blest be the Lord (Schutte)
9.      City of God (Schutte) Stanza 2 ang priority.
10.  Come With Me Into the Fields (Schutte)
11.  Glory and Praise to Our God (Schutte) Stanza 3 ang priority.
12.  Play before the Lord (Dufford). Stanza 2 ang priority. "Offering Him our joyful hearts, joining in endless praise. Alleluia (4x) joining in endless praise."
13.  Sing a new song (Schutte). Don’t forget to replace “Yahweh’s people” to “O God’s people.” "Singing Alleluia...”

Readings:

• First Reading – Acts 2:14A, 36-41: Peter urged the people to repent, be baptized, and receive the Holy Spirit. About three thousand accepted the message and were baptized.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 23: The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want.
• The Lord is my shepherd, providing for all my needs, guiding me, and comforting me. His goodness and kindness will follow me always, and I will dwell in His house forever.
• Second Reading – 1 Peter 2:20b-25: Christ suffered for us, setting an example. He bore our sins so we could live righteously. We were lost, but now we return to Him.
• Gospel – John 10:1-10: Jesus explains that he is the gate for the sheep. The shepherd enters through the gate, and the sheep follow his voice. Jesus came to give life abundantly. 
  
  
  

Offertory
1.      Gasa sa Gugma
2.      Diyutay lang Kini
3.      Pagdaygon ka Dios
4.      Ang Tanging Alay Ko “’Sa ‘Yo aking Ama” connects to 2R.
5.      Isang Pagkain, Isang Katawan, Isang Bayan (San Pedro)
6.      Paghahandog ng Sarili (Ofrasio-Hontiveros or Arboleda-Francisco)
7.      Blessed Be God
8.      Prayer for Generosity (Arboleda)
 
Communion
1.      Misyon sa Tawo
2.      Ang Ginoo akong Magbalantay, swak for the Gospel
3.      Kini Maong akong Lawas
4.      Tungo Sa’yo (Hangad), swak for the celebration Vocation Sunday
5.      Ang Mabuting Pastol (Hontiveros)
6.      Ang Panginoon ay aking Pastol (Isidro & Ramirez)
7.      Pagsibol (Aquino)
8.      Tubig ng Buhay (Valdellon)
9.      Ama Kong Mahal (Aquino)
10.  Pag-ibig Mo, Ama (Macalinao, Hontiveros)
11.  Sa Diyos Lamang Mapapanatag (Isidro & Que) Ang priority ay stanza 3. “Pastol kang nagmamahal sa kawan”
12.  Panginoon ng Pag-ibig at Pag-asa. Emphasize Aleluya at finale.
13.  So the Love of God (Schutte)
14.  Shelter Me, O God
15.  Like a Shepherd (Dufford). Prioritize Stanzas 2 & 3
16.  Pastorale (Francisco)
17.  Valleys of Green (Schutte)
18.  Empty Space (Go, Francisco)
19.  For You Are My God (Foley)
20.  God of Silence (Francisco)
21.  Here I Am, Lord (Schutte)
 
Recessional
1.      Pagbanwag
2.      Ang Tawag
3.      Ang atong Tulubagon
4.      Humayo’t Ihayag (Francisco, Catalan & Go). Emphasize "Aleluya" at finale.
5.      Ito ang Bagong Araw (Isidro, Ramirez)
6.      Pananagutan
7.      Before the Sun burned bright (Schutte). Emphasize Alleluia.
8.      All My Days (Schutte) Stanza 4 ang priority.
9.      Pilgrim’s Theme (Go & Francisco) dahel Vocation Sunday.
10.  Save us, O Lord. Lenten, pero "O Shepherd of Israel"

3rd Sunday of Easter - Year A - April 19, 2026

The 3rd Sunday of Easter, Year A, reflects on how the risen Jesus brings hope and understanding to His followers. The readings emphasize Jesus’ presence, the importance of faith, and the fulfillment of God’s plan.

• ·       Jesus’ Presence in Our Journey: The Gospel tells the story of Jesus walking with the disciples on the road to Emmaus. This shows that Jesus is with us in all moments of life, even when we do not recognize Him.

• ·       Scripture Reveals Christ: Jesus explains the Scriptures to the disciples on the road. This reminds us that the Bible helps us understand Jesus and strengthens our faith.

• ·       Faith Opens Our Eyes: The disciples recognize Jesus in the breaking of the bread. This shows that faith allows us to truly see Jesus in the Eucharist and in others.

• ·       God’s Plan Fulfilled: Peter’s speech in Acts highlights how Jesus’ death and resurrection were part of God’s plan. This reminds us that God’s promises are fulfilled through Jesus.

• ·       Hope in Christ’s Resurrection: Peter’s letter speaks of hope through Jesus’ resurrection. This hope encourages us to live with trust, knowing Christ has conquered death.

• ·       Eucharist as Spiritual Nourishment: The Gospel shows the disciples’ joy in sharing a meal with the risen Jesus. It reflects how the Eucharist nourishes and unites us with Christ today.

The themes of the 3rd Sunday of Easter, Year A, invite us to recognize Jesus in the Scriptures, in the Eucharist, and in our daily lives. The risen Jesus continues to guide, teach, and give hope to all who seek Him.
Source: https://young-catholics.com/5474/3rd-sunday-of-easter-year-a/#:~:text=Sunday%20April%2019%2C%202026&text=The%203rd%20Sunday%20of%20Easter,to%20believe%20in%20the%20resurrection.
Entrance:
1.      Diosnong Magtutudlo
2.      Diha sa Halaran (Koro Viannista)
3.      Kasaulogan sa Kinabuhi (Fernandez)
4.      Daygon ta ang Ginoo
5.      Magpasalamat kayo sa Panginoon (Ramirez) prioritize stanza 2
6.      Purihi’t Pasalamat (Esteban, Hontiveros)
7.      Sumigaw sa galak (Que)
8.      Water of Life (Haas)
9.      Sing to the Mountains (Dufford) prioritize stanza 1 and 3
10.  Sing a New Song (Schutte)
 
Readings:

• First Reading – Acts 2:14, 22-33: Peter stood up with the eleven apostles and addressed the crowd, explaining that the events they were witnessing were the fulfillment of the prophecy of Joel. Peter testified about Jesus and how his death and resurrection were also foretold by the prophets, and that Jesus had been raised from the dead by God.

• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 16:  Lord, you will show us the path of life.

• In this Psalm, the psalmist expresses trust in God as their refuge and source of counsel. They praise God for guiding them on the path of life, and express confidence that God will not abandon them but instead bring them to eternal joy in His presence.

• Second Reading – 1 Peter 1:17-21: Peter urges his readers to live in reverence and fear of God, knowing that they were ransomed by the precious blood of Christ. He emphasizes the eternal significance of their faith and encourages them to continue to trust in God, who raised Christ from the dead and gave them new life through Him.

• Gospel – Luke 24:13-35: Two of Jesus’ disciples were walking to Emmaus when they encountered a stranger who turned out to be Jesus, but they did not recognize Him at first. After Jesus spoke to them and broke bread with them, their eyes were opened and they realized that it was Him. 
  
  
  

 
Offertory:
1.      Nagahalad Kami
2.      Palihug Dawata Ginoo
3.      Daygon Ikaw Ginoong Dios (Koro Viannista
4.      Isang Pagkain, Isang Katawan, Isang Bayan (San Pedro)
5.      Panalangin sa Pagiging Bukas Palad
6.      One Bread, One Body (Foley)
Communion:
1.      Kini Maong Akong Lawas
2.     Kalig-on sa Pagtoo
3.     Natawag ko na Ikaw
4.     Ang Tawo niining kalibutan
5.     O Hesus, Hilumin Mo (Francisco)
6.     Pananatili (Miranda)
7.     Huwag Mangamba (Francisco)
8.     Hiram sa Dios (swak sa 2R)
9.     Panunumpa (Gonzales). This is not a song exclusively for weddings. This could be for holy orders, basta when the apostles are involved.
10.   God of Silence (Francisco)
11.    Lead Me Lord (De Pano)
12.   Teach My Heart
13.   Here I am Lord (Schutte)
 
Recessional:
1.      Ang Atong Tulubagon
2.     Kinsa?
3.     Humayo’t Ihayag (Francisco-Catalan-Go)
4.     Magpasalamat kayo sa Panginoon (Ramirez) Prioritize Stanza 2.
5.     Life Forevermore (Ellerton, Francisco)
6.     I Will Sing forever (Francisco)
7.     Pilgrim’s Theme (Go, Francisco)