31st Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A - October 31, 2026

 Maraming salamat po sa suporta. I know some will ask for November 1 and 2 line-up of songs, I suggest you’d better ask your elders the traditional songs na gamit nila noon. I know matutuwa sila kapag ganun. But if you insist, click this link: https://choirmassguide.blogspot.com/2023/11/november-2-2023-all-souls-day.html

The 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A focuses on honoring God, being humble, and leading with sincerity. The readings warn against pride and remind us to serve others with honesty and care.

• Respect for God: God expects honor and respect, especially from leaders. The first reading warns priests who fail in their duty and lead others astray.
• Humble Leadership: Jesus warns against leaders who love titles and attention. True leadership is about service, not status.
• Sincerity in Faith: The Pharisees teach the law but do not follow it. Faith should be real, not just words or appearances.
• Responsibility of Leaders: Leaders should guide people toward God, not away from Him. The first reading shows how failing in this duty brings consequences.
• Serving Others with Love: Paul reminds the Thessalonians that he worked hard to help them. Love and sacrifice go together in sharing the faith.
• God’s Word is Truth: Paul thanks the people for accepting God’s message. God’s word is not just human advice; it has real power.
• Avoiding Hypocrisy: Jesus criticizes religious leaders who do not practice what they preach. Actions must match beliefs.

The 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A calls for honesty in faith and humility in leadership. God values true service, not empty titles or showy actions.

Entrance:
1.      Mao Kini ang Panaghigugmaay, sibo sa 2nd Reading
2.      Diosnong Magtutudlo, tukma sa Gospel
3.      Sa Piging ng Panginoon, prioritize stanza 3 (Tabuena, Hontiveros)
4.      Pagbabasbas ,(Javellana, Arboleda, Francisco) “abang tahanan” is reflective acknowledgement of humility.
5.      Come With Praise (Schutte)
6.      Magnificat (Haas). Stanzas 2 and 3 ang priority.
 
Readings:

• First Reading – Malachi 1:14B-2:2B, 8-10: I am a great King and demand respect. Priests, if you don’t honor my name, I’ll curse you. You’ve strayed and made others falter, breaking the covenant. Remember, we all have one God.

• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 131: Blessed be the Lord, my Rock!
• My heart isn’t proud, Lord. I don’t aim for things beyond me. Instead, I’m at peace, quiet like a child with its mother. Israel, put your hope in the Lord.

• Second Reading – 1 Thessalonians 2:7b-9, 13: We were kind to you, like a mother to her children. We shared not just the gospel, but ourselves. You know we worked hard to not be a burden. We’re thankful you received God’s word, not just human words.

• Gospel – Matthew 23:1-12: Jesus tells the crowd and his disciples to follow the teachings of the scribes and Pharisees but not their actions. He criticizes them for being showy and not genuinely helping others. He advises against using titles like “Rabbi” and “Master,” emphasizing humility and service instead.

Offertory:
1.      O Dios Dawata, (Koro Viannista)
2.      Mugna sa Dios, (Koro Viannista)
3.      Dios Nia Ko, swak sa gospel
4.      Ang Tanging Alay Ko,  Stanza 2 ang priority.
5.      Paghahandog ng Sarili, (Arboleda, Francisco)
6.      Earthen Vessels (Foley) Stanza 2 ang priority.
7.      Christify
 
Communion:
1.      Kini Maong Akong Lawas, (Koro Viannista)
2.      Natawag Ko Na Ikaw
3.      Ang Kinabuhing Mahinungdanon
4.      Hesus na Aking Kapatid (Hontiveros)
5.      Pag-alabin Aming Puso (Francisco)
6.      Saan Kami Tutungo (Macalinao, Hontiveros)
7.      Be Not Afraid (Dufford) Stanza 3 ang priority.
8.      Come To Me (Francisco) swak sa RP
9.      Say The Word
 
Recessional:
1.      Pag-inambitay
2.      Pagmantala
3.      Ang Atong Tulubagon
4.      Mapapalad (Ramirez)
5.      Happy are the Ones (Schutte)

 

 

30th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A - October 25, 2026

 The readings for the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A focus on love, justice, and faithfulness. They teach about caring for others, staying faithful to God, and living with compassion.

• Love for God and Neighbor: Jesus says the greatest commandment is to love God fully and love others as yourself. This shows that faith is not just about rules but about relationships.
• Compassion for the Vulnerable: God tells His people not to mistreat outsiders, widows, or orphans. He listens to their cries and expects His people to care for them.
• Justice and Fairness: The first reading warns against taking advantage of the poor. God wants people to act fairly and show kindness in their dealings.
• Faith in Hardship: The second reading praises believers who remained faithful despite struggles. Their strong faith became an example for others.
• Turning Away from Idols: The Thessalonians left behind false gods to serve the true God. This reminds people to put God first in their lives.
• The Law Fulfilled in Love: Jesus says all laws come from loving God and loving others. Following this commandment sums up what God wants from His people.

The readings for the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A remind people to love, be fair, and stay faithful. God sees how people treat others and calls them to live with kindness and justice.

Entrance:
1.      Diosnong Magtutudlo, mao ra jud ni ako nahibaw-an nga sibo karon nga Dominggo
2.      Isang Pananalampataya, (Santos-Hontiveros)
3.      Sa Piging ng Panginoon (Tabuena-Hontiveros)
4.      Come with Praise (Schutte)
 
Readings:

• First Reading – Exodus 22:20-26: Do not oppress aliens, widows, or orphans; I will hear their cries. Don’t charge interest to your poor neighbors, and return pledged cloaks before sunset. I am compassionate.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 18: I love you, Lord, my strength.
• I love you, Lord, for you are my strength, rock, and deliverer. Praised be the Lord; I am safe from enemies and blessed. You give victories and show kindness.
• Second Reading – 1 Thessalonians 1:5C-10: You followed our example and the Lord’s, receiving the word even in hardship. Your faith has become a model for believers far and wide, and you’ve turned from idols to serve God.
• Gospel – Matthew 22:34-40: A scholar tests Jesus on the greatest commandment. Jesus says it’s to love God fully and the second is like it, love your neighbor as yourself. These sum up all law and prophets.

Offertory:
1.      O Dios Dawata (Koro Viannista)
2.      Palihug, Dawata Ginoo
3.      Panalangin sa Pagiging Bukas Palad (Rodrigo-Ramirez)
4.      Narito Ako, Panginoon (Que)
5.      Prayer for Generosity (Arboleda)
6.      Dwelling Place (Foley)
 
Communion:
1.      Ang Kinabuhing Mahinungdanon , literally sibo siya sa atong gospel, if we love GOD we will obey HIM and follow his commandments
2.      Natawag Ko na Ikaw, kani ang pinakasibo kaayo
3.      Kini Maong Akong Lawas (Koro Viannista)
4.      Ama Kong Mahal (Aquino)
5.      Ang Mabuting Pastol (Hontiveros)
6.      Kaibigan, Kapanalig (Ofrasio, Hontiveros)
7.      Dakilang Pag-ibig (Pangilinan, Hontiveros) Stanzas 2, 3 and 4 ang priority.
8.      Diyos Ay Pag-ibig
9.      Hesus na Aking Kapatid (Hontiveros)
10.  Huwag Kang Mangamba (Pagsanghan, Francisco)
11.  H’wag Mangamba (Francisco)
12.  O D’yos, Iniibig Kita (Rodrigo, Hontiveros)
13.   Pagkakaibigan (Cenzon, Abad Santos)
14.  Patnubay (Cuyugkeng, Caguioa, Sta Maria, La Vina)
15.  Be Not Afraid (Dufford)
16.  Come With Me Into the Fields (Schutte)
17.  Here I Am, Lord (Schutte)
18.  I Hear My Name (Francisco)
19.  Only In God (Foley)
20.  Prayer of Saint Francis (Temple)
21.  If I Could Touch You (Francisco). Stanza 3 and counterpoint ang priority.
 
Recessional:
1.      Ang Tawag
2.      Pagbanwag
3.      Ang atong Tulubagon
4.      Awit sa Ina ng Santo Rosario
5.      Aba Ginoong Maria
6.      Humayo Tayo (Pangilinan, Hontiveros)
7.      Humayo’t Ihayag (Francisco, Go)
8.      Maliban na Mahulog sa Lupa
9.      Mapapalad (Ramirez)
10.  Maria, Tala sa Karagatan (Ramirez)
11.  Mariang Ina Ko (Pagsanghan, Francisco)
12.  Pananagutan (Hontiveros) Stanza 2 ang priority.
13.  Before the Sun Burned Bright (You are Sons) (Schutte)
14.   Immaculate Mother
15.  Dear Lady of Fatima
16.   Hail Mary
17.  Ave Maria
18.  Let There Be Peace on Earth (Miller, Jackson)
19.  Tell the World of His Love (Bellamide)