11th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year B - June 16, 2024

The readings for the 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B are filled with images of growth. The first reading tells of planting a shoot on a mountain, which then becomes a shelter for the birds. And in the gospel Jesus tells the parable of the seed that grows and the parable of the mustard seed.

So, on the 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B, the readings focus on faith, growth, and humility. The messages show God's power to nurture and transform lives, encouraging us to trust and follow Him.

• God's Nurturing Power: God takes a small shoot and grows it into a great tree. This shows His ability to nurture small beginnings into something great.
• Faith and Trust: We are called to walk by faith, not by sight. Trusting in God's plan, even when we cannot see the outcome, pleases Him.
• Judgment by Deeds: We will be judged by Christ for what we have done. Our actions matter and we should strive to do good.
• Humility and Exaltation: God humbles the proud and exalts the humble. He values humility and lifts up those who are lowly.
• Parable of the Mustard Seed: The kingdom of God starts small like a mustard seed but grows large. This shows the power of faith and the growth of God's kingdom.

The readings for the 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B remind us to trust in God's power and care. They encourage us to live humble, faithful lives, knowing God will grow and nurture our faith.

ENTRANCE:
1.      Himaya Kanimo (Koro Viannista)
2.      Daygon ta ang Ginoo
3.      Lungsod ng Balaan
4.      Mao Kini ang Panaghigugmaay
5.      Ang Puso Ko’y Nagpupuri (Hontiveros) Stanzas 4, 5, and 6 ang priority.
6.      Awit ng Pasasalamat (Hontiveros)
7.      Halina’t Umawit (Flores, Villaroman)
8.      Magpasalamat Kayo sa Panginoon (Ramirez)
9.      Pagmamahal sa Panginoon (Hontiveros)
10.  Magnificat (Haas)
11.  Meadows and Mountains (Schutte)
12.  My Heart’s Thanksgiving (Schutte)
13.  Praise God (Dufford, Foley)
 

READINGS:

• First Reading - Ezekiel 17:22-24: The Lord promises to take a shoot from a cedar, plant it on a high mountain, and make it a great tree where birds will find shelter. He will humble the proud and exalt the humble.
• Responsorial Psalm - Psalm 92: Lord, it is good to give thanks to you. 
• Giving thanks and praise to the Lord is good. The righteous will flourish and proclaim the Lord's justice.
• Second Reading - 2 Corinthians 5:6-10: We walk by faith, not sight, aiming to please the Lord. We will be judged by Christ for our deeds.
• Gospel - Mark 4:26-34: Jesus taught the crowds about the kingdom of God using parables, comparing it to a growing seed and a mustard seed that becomes a large plant. He explained these teachings privately to his disciples.

OFFERTORY:
1.      Diyutay Lang Kini
2.      Nagahalad Kami
3.      Gasa sa Gugma
4.      Daygon Ikaw Ginoong Dios
5.      Ang Tanging Alay Ko
6.      Isang Pagkain, Isang Katawan, Isang Bayan (San Pedro) Best choice
7.      Unang Alay (Magnaye)
8.      Earthen Vessels (Foley) Stanza 2 ang priority.
9.      One Bread, One Body (Foley) Stanza 3 ang priority.
10.  The Seed
 
COMMUNION:
1.      Misyon sa Tawo, sibo sa Ebanghelyo
2.      Kini Maong Akong Lawas
3.      Ako ang Kahayag, best choice as this songs describes also his Kingdom
4.      Dios Nia Ko
5.      Narito Ako (San Andres)
6.      Narito Ako, Panginoon (Que)
7.      Patnubay (Cuyugkeng, Caguioa, Sta. Maria, La Vina)
8.      Here I am, Lord (Schutte)
9.      On Eagle’s Wings (Joncas)
10.  Without Seeing You (Haas)
 
RECESSIONAL:
1.      Diocesan Shared Vision
2.      Ang Tawag, best choice
3.      Maliban na Mahulog sa Lupa (Best choice)
4.      Tanda ng Kaharian ng Diyos
5.      All My Days (Schutte, Murray)