The readings for the 3rd Sunday in Easter encourage us to truly believe in the resurrection of Jesus Christ and to accept his love. In the gospel the risen Jesus appears to his disciples and helps them understand his death and resurrection.
The readings for the 3rd Sunday
of Easter Year B touch on several interconnected themes that are crucial to
understanding the Easter season and its significance in Christian life. Here
are the main themes:
- Repentance and Forgiveness:
A central theme, especially highlighted in the readings from Acts and the
Gospel of Luke, is the call to repentance—turning back to God—and the
promise of forgiveness. This theme underscores God's mercy and willingness
to forgive sins for those who turn to Him and acknowledge their
wrongdoings.
- The
Fulfillment of Prophecy:
The readings from Acts and Luke emphasize that Jesus' life, death, and
resurrection were all part of God's plan, foretold in the scriptures. This
theme connects the events of the New Testament with the prophecies of the
Old Testament, showing the continuity and fulfillment of God's salvation
history.
- Witnessing
to the Resurrection:
The Gospel and the first reading both highlight the importance of
witnessing to the resurrection of Jesus. The disciples are called to share
the news of Jesus' resurrection and the forgiveness of sins with all
nations, emphasizing the role of Christians to bear witness to the truth
of Jesus' life, death, and resurrection.
- Jesus
as Advocate and Atonement:
The second reading from 1 John presents Jesus as the advocate for sinners
and the atonement for our sins. This theme highlights the mediating role
of Jesus between humanity and God, and the universal scope of Jesus'
sacrifice, which is not limited to a single group but is extended to the
whole world.
- Obedience
to God's Commands:
True knowledge of Jesus is demonstrated through obedience to His commands,
as mentioned in the letter of John. This theme ties in with the idea of
living according to God's will as a response to understanding and
accepting Jesus' role as our savior and advocate.
- The
Physical Resurrection of Jesus: In the Gospel reading, Jesus shows His physical form
to His disciples, eating with them and allowing them to touch Him. This
emphasizes the physical reality of the resurrection, countering any notion
that it was merely a spiritual or symbolic event.
These themes collectively reinforce the message of Easter as a time of
renewal, hope, and spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ to the world.
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
3:13-15, 17-19:
Peter declares that by rejecting Jesus and choosing a murderer instead,
the people and their leaders acted in ignorance. His death and
resurrection fulfill God's prophecy. Peter urges repentance for the
forgiveness of sins.
- Responsorial
Psalm - Psalm
4: Lord, let your face shine on
us.
In times of trouble, I
call on God, who rescues and listens. His miracles affirm His faithfulness, and
His light brings joy to my heart. In His care, I find unparalleled peace and
security.
- Second
Reading - 1
John 2:1-5:
If we sin, Jesus Christ, the righteous, advocates for us. He atoned for
our sins, extending beyond us to the whole world. True knowledge of Him is
demonstrated by obeying His commands.
- Gospel - Luke 24:35-48: The disciples recounted recognizing Jesus by the breaking of bread. Jesus then appeared, offering peace and dispelling fears of his being a specter by showing his hands and feet and eating fish, demonstrating his physical resurrection. He explained scripture prophecies about his suffering, resurrection, and the call to spread forgiveness in his name, affirming their roles as witnesses.
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)
1. O Dios Ikaw Haduol
2. Kalig-on sa Pagtoo
3. Kahanga-hanga (Corpuz, Hontiveros)
4. Kapayapaan (Aquino)
5. Pagsibol (Aquino)
6. Tubig ng Buhay (Valdellon)
7. One thing I ask
8. I seek you for I Thirst
9. The Face of God, swak sa RP
10. Here in this Place (Haas) best choice.
11. I am the Bread of Life (Toolan)
Recessional:
1. Ang Kalinaw Ibilin ko Kaninyo
2. Pagbanwag
3. Ang Tawag
4. Humayo’t Ihayag
5. O Bayan ng Dios
April 21,2024 giya sa choir sa misa
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