We
are very sorry, brothers and sisters, for not posting last week because we were
busy with activities and exams. We ran out of prepaid credits for our pocket
wifi. But now, here we are again, continuing with this ministry.
The
readings for the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A are a call to love. The
first reading tells how we are to treat other people, especially the poor,
oppressed, and marginalized. The second reading reminds us that how we live
should show that we are followers of Jesus. And in the gospel Jesus gives us
the Great Commandment and the Golden Rule.
Our
theme this week:- Greatest
Commandments: Asked
about the greatest commandment, Jesus sums up the law with love for God
and neighbor. This theme focuses on the core ethical guidelines in
religious practice.
- Test
of Understanding: The
Pharisees test Jesus, making this another episode where they try to entrap
him. The theme here is the ongoing tension and challenges posed by
religious authorities.
- Unified
Teaching: Jesus
unifies love for God and love for neighbor into a single teaching. This
shows the interconnectedness of religious devotion and social ethics.
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, 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.
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)
Thank you sa mga dumalo na tunay na sumuporta
at kumokonekta sa amin.
The readings for the 28th Sunday
in Ordinary Time Year A tell of the abundance of the Kingdom of God. In the
first reading we hear of the wonders of the Mountain of the Lord. The psalm
tells of how God will care for us as a shepherd cares for his sheep. The second
reading speaks of how God provides for us in abundance. And in the gospel Jesus
compares the Kingdom of Heaven to a lavish wedding banquet.
Our songs theme must be centered
on the following:
- Kingdom as a Feast: The parable describes
the Kingdom of Heaven as a wedding banquet thrown by a king. This theme
visualizes the divine realm as a celebratory and communal event.
- Invitation Rejected: Initially invited
guests refuse the call, illustrating how some might reject or ignore
divine invitations. This reflects the theme of human indifference or
hostility to divine outreach.
- Open Invitation: The king extends the
invitation to everyone, both good and bad. This emphasizes God’s
inclusivity and the universal nature of the divine call.
- Unprepared Guest: A guest without a
wedding robe faces consequences, suggesting that while the invitation is
open, certain preparations or transformations are expected for full
participation.
Entrance:
1. Mao
Kini ang Panaghigugmaay
2. Pag-inambitay
3. Sa
Piging ng Panginoon (Tabuena, Hontiveros)
4. Sa
Hapag ng Panginoon (Morano, Francisco)
5. Come
with Praise (Schutte) “Come, you poor of the Lord”
6. Seek
the Lord (O’Connor) Stanza 4 ang priority
Readings:- First Reading – Isaiah
25:6-10a: The LORD promises to provide abundantly for all and remove
obstacles that blind nations. He will end death, comfort his people, and
eradicate their disgrace. All will recognize and rejoice in God’s salvation.
- Responsorial Psalm – Psalm
23: I shall live in the house of the Lord all the days of my
life.
- The LORD, as a caring shepherd, provides and
protects. He leads in safety, offers comfort in danger, and honors in the
presence of enemies. With the LORD’s enduring kindness, one finds eternal
refuge in His house.
- Second Reading – Philippians
4:12-14, 19-20: Paul expresses contentment in all situations, whether
in scarcity or plenty. Through Christ’s strength, he remains resilient. He
acknowledges the support of others and assures God’s provision for their
needs, praising God eternally.
- Gospel – Matthew
22:1-14 or 22:1-10: Jesus shares a parable about a king who hosts a
wedding feast for his son. Initially, invited guests refuse the
invitation. After facing consequences, the king invites all, but
emphasizes the importance of being appropriately prepared. Few truly
qualify.
Offertory:
1. Daygon,
Ikaw Ginoong Dios (Koro Viannista) – which is swak sa Second Reading on verse
19-20
2. O Dios
Dawata (Koro Viannista)
3. Unang
Alay (Magnaye)
4. Panalangin
sa Pagiging Bukas Palad
5. One
Bread, One Body (Foley)
6. Take
Our Bread (Wise) Stanza 2 ang priority.
Communion:
1. Ang
Dios Akong Magbalantay (Koro Viannista)- which is hango sa Psalm 23
2. Kalig-on
sa Pagtoo (Koro Viannista)
3. Pagkabighani
(Alejo, Francisco)
4. Pananatili
(Miranda)
5. How
Lovely is Your Dwelling Place (Aquino) which is swak kaayo sa 1st Reading
6. One
Thing I Ask (Tirol)
Recessional:
1. Ang
Tawag – swak sa gospel nga nag-ingon pagkadaghan ang gidapit apan gamay ray
gipili same as “pagkadaghan sa anihunon, pagkanihit sa mangangani karon”
2. Ang
Kaakuhan
3. Tanda
ng Kaharian ng Diyos (Morano, Francisco)
4. Awit
sa Ina ng Santo Rosario – this is to remind the congregation to pray the
rosary since Rosary Month ngayon
5. Hail
Mary
6. Ave
Maria
The
readings for the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time for Year A focus on discipleship
and our choice to follow Jesus or not. In the first reading Israel is warned
that they must be faithful. The psalm begs God to return to the vineyard and
care for it once again. The second reading encourages Christians to continue
along the path that Jesus has shown us. And in the gospel Jesus tells the
parable of the tenants, who rejected the landowner.
Theme:- Parable
of the Vineyard:
The parable of the vineyard highlights the theme of God’s ownership and
care over His creation. The vineyard symbolizes God’s kingdom, and the
tenants represent humanity’s responsibility to steward it.
- Rejection
of Messengers:
The theme of rejecting God’s messengers is evident as the tenants mistreat
and kill the servants sent by the owner. This reflects the historical
pattern of disregarding God’s messages and messengers.
- Sending
the Son:
The owner’s decision to send his son underscores the theme of God’s
ultimate outreach. Sending His Son, Jesus, reflects God’s desire to
restore the relationship with humanity through a new covenant.
- Crucial
Choice and Accountability:
The theme of choice and accountability emerges as the tenants plot to
seize the inheritance. Their decision leads to severe consequences,
highlighting the importance of right choices and their consequences.
- Transfer
of Responsibility:
The transfer of responsibility from unfaithful tenants to others
underscores the theme of God’s plan for redemption. This symbolizes the
transition from the Jewish covenant to the inclusion of the Gentiles in
God’s kingdom.
- Rejected
Stone and Cornerstone:
The reference to the stone rejected by the builders becoming the
cornerstone illustrates the theme of God’s sovereignty. This emphasizes
that God’s purposes will ultimately prevail, even if initially rejected by
people.
Entrance:
1. Diosnong
Magtutudlo
2. Tanang
Katawhan (Salmo 46)
3. Sa
Hapag ng Panginoon (Morano, Francisco) prioritize stanza 2
4. Purihi’t
Pasalamatan (Esteban, Hontiveros)
5. Magnificat
(Haas) stanza 2 is swak
6. All
my Days (Schutte, Murray) stanza 4 prioritize
Readings:- First
Reading – Isaiah
5:1-7: “: A friend cultivates a vineyard with great care but gets wild
grapes. He questions what more he could have done and decides to abandon
the vineyard, letting it turn into a wasteland. This vineyard is an
allegory for the house of Israel, where expected justice turns to chaos.
- Responsorial
Psalm – Psalm
80: The vineyard of the Lord is the house of Israel.
God planted a vine from Egypt,
cleared the land, and let it flourish. Then, its walls were broken, making it
vulnerable to beasts and trespassers. A plea is made for divine care and
restoration so that the vine, representing Israel, will thrive and its people
will be saved.- Second
Reading – Philippians
4:6-9: Don’t worry, but instead bring your concerns to God through
prayer. When you do, God’s peace will guard your heart and mind. Focus on
things that are true, honorable, just, pure, and lovely. By following this
guidance and emulating good examples, you’ll find peace.
- Gospel – Matthew
21:33-43: A landowner leases a vineyard but the tenants mistreat his
servants and kill his son. When asked, the elders agree that the owner
will evict these tenants and find new ones. Jesus warns that those who
reject the cornerstone will lose the kingdom of God.
Offertory:
1. Pagdaygon
Ka Dios (E1)
2. O
Dios Dawata (Koro Viannista)
3. Pag-aalay
(Francisco)
4. Ang
Tanging Alay Ko “buong buhay ko”
5. Prayer
for Generosity (Arboleda) “to fight and not to heed the wounds”
6. Take
and Receive
Communion:
1. Ang
Kinabuhing Mahinungdanon
2. Hain
Ka Gugma? “it’s a good choice”
3. Ama
Kong Mahal (Aquino)
4. Pagkakaibigan
(Cenzon, Abad-Santos) Best choice.
5. Sa
‘Yong Piling (Castro, Villaroman)
6. Likhain
Mong Muli (Alejo, Francisco)
7. Here
I am Lord (Schutte)
8. Now
We Remain (Haas)
9. Your
Heart Today (Francisco)
Recessional:
1. Pagbanwag
2. O
Rayna sa Rosaryo (since we are now on the month of Rosary)
3. Tanda
ng Kaharian ng Dios (Morano, Francisco)
4. Awit
sa Ina ng Santo Rosario
5. Stella
Maris (Borres, Francisco) stanza 3 prioritize it
6. O
Bayan ng Dios (Aquino) stanza 3 prioritize
7. Tell
the World of His Love (Bellamide)
8. Come
with Praise (Schutte)
