1st Sunday of Advent - Year A - November 30, 2025

 Pasensya na po at nahuli na naman. Wala pa rin kasi kaming gadget na nagagamit. Nag-iipon pa.
The 1st Sunday of Advent in Year A starts a new season of hope and preparation. Advent is a time for watching, waiting, and preparing for Christ. The readings call us to stay alert, live with purpose, and seek peace.

• Staying Awake for Christ: Advent reminds us to stay watchful and ready. Jesus urges us to be aware and prepared, not caught off guard by his coming.

• Hope and Anticipation: Advent brings a season of hope for what is to come. This hope pushes us to prepare our hearts and lives for the coming of Christ.

• Living in the Light: Paul’s letter encourages us to live in the light and leave behind actions that keep us in darkness. Advent is a time to step forward with kindness, honesty, and peace.

• Embracing Peace: Isaiah’s vision of nations gathering in peace shows God’s hope for a world united. We are reminded to be peacemakers, especially as we prepare for Christ’s coming.

• Turning from Distractions: The Gospel warns of the dangers of letting daily life distract us from Christ’s arrival. Advent is a call to put aside what pulls us from God and make room for Him.

• Beginning Again with Faith: Advent opens a new church year and invites us to refresh our faith. We are called to enter the season with hearts open to grow closer to God.

The 1st Sunday of Advent invites us to slow down and focus on God. As Advent begins, we are called to prepare, stay alert, and live with hope.
 
ENTRANCE:
1.            Ayaw Paglangan Ginoo
2.            Andama Ang Dalan
3.            Bayan magsiawit na (Song #33)
Advent is about, among others, anticipation for Christ’s coming. Naturally being repetitive, this song’s refrain would have an adventish touch and begin very strongly that mission to arouse the congregation’s anticipation for the coming JC when one sings: “Dakilang biyayang pangako Niya sisilay na” rather than “sumilay” na. Kung baga ang lakas ng pasok/dating nito. Parang the film outfit would be creating a teaser dahel may ilo-launch na big budget film! Most sincere apologies po to Father Arnel if binastardo ko yung song niya.
4.            Halina, Jesus, aming Mananakop (Isidro, Que) 
5.            Dinggin Mo (Esteban, Hontiveros) "Ama nami't Panginoon" is so 1R.
6.            Seek the Lord (especially Stanza 1) (Song #289)
Advent is not only about anticipation for the Christ’s first coming. It is also about preparedness for the Second Coming. (Traces of 32nd and 33rd Sundays in Ordinary Time.)
7.            Blest be the Lord (Schutte)
8.            All the Ends of the Earth (Dufford)
 
For Advent, there should no Gloria. Omit Gloria except for the mass at dawn.
READINGS:

• First Reading – Isaiah 2:1-5: In the future, the Lord’s mountain will be the highest. All nations will come to learn His ways, and there will be peace. Let us walk in the light of the Lord.

• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 122: Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord.

• We rejoice as we enter Jerusalem, the unified city of the Lord. We pray for peace and prosperity in Jerusalem, and we give thanks to the Lord’s name.

• Second Reading – Romans 13:11-14: Wake up, for our salvation is near. Live properly, putting aside darkness and putting on the light of Jesus Christ.

• Gospel – Matthew 24:37-44: Jesus warns that His coming will be sudden, like the days of Noah. People will be taken unexpectedly, so stay awake and be ready at all times.

 

OFFERTORY:
1.            Gasa sa Gugma (Koro Viannista) good choice
2.            Daygon Ikaw, Ginoong Dios
3.            Gasa Namo Kanimo
4.            Pag-aalay ng Puso (Minsan Lamang) (Nemy & Que) as advent (at least the earlier part) has an eschatological notion. Traces of 32nd and 33rd Sundays in Ordinary Time yata ito.
5.            Ang Tanging Alay Ko Prioritize Stanza 3. One reinforces the more common message of Advent even more when in Stanza 3 this is sung: “Aking hinihintay ang ‘Yong pagdarating, Jesus” rather than “pagbabalik, Jesus.” Nevertheless, pagbabalik can certainly remain, as again this season also has an eschatological notion.
6.            Unang Alay (best choice) We can instantly make this song have an Adventish notion: The last line originally runs: “...Ngayo’y nananalig, nagmamahal sa ‘Yo.” Sing instead, “Ngayo’y umaasa, naghihintay sa ‘Yo.” You then reinforce the message re: anticipation.
Now if your choir sings the Koda, you deliver one solid message if you sing: “Ngayo’y nananalig (umaawit), dumudulog (sumasamba), umaasa (naghihintay) sa ‘Yo.” 
I will be so excommunicated by Fr. Rey Magnaye.
Now if your choir sings the Koda, you deliver one solid message if you sing: “Ngayo’y nananalig (umaawit), dumudulog (sumasamba), umaasa (naghihintay) sa ‘Yo.” 
I will be so excommunicated by Fr. Rey Magnaye.
7.            Prayer for Generosity (Arboleda)
8.            Take our Bread (Wise)
9.            To Be Your Bread (Haas)
 
COMMUNION:
1.      Panahon na Karon sa Pagbag-o, literally Christians repent during Advent and Lent season. So this is a good choice
2.      O Dios, Ikaw Haduol
3.      Andani, Pag-andam sa Ani, the main keyword is Pag-andam. For his coming we should prepare.
4.      Ginoo, Sayud Ka sa Tanan (Ad-7)
5.      Awit ng Paghahangad (Cenzon) Our response to be watchful: Ika’y pagmamasdan sa dakong banal, nang Makita ko ang ‘Yong pagkarangal.
6.      Awit ng Paghilom (Aquino). “Hanap-hanap Ka ng puso”
7.      Hesus na Aking Kapatid (Hontiveros) Focus on “Tulutan Mo aking mata” Lentish admittedly though.
8.      Liwanag ng Aming Puso: Lentish but (“...sa amin manahan Ka...”) 
9.      O Diyos, Iniibig Kita (Rodrigo & Hontiveros)
10.  Pagsibol (Aquino)
11.  Panginoon Aking Tanglaw (Ramirez)
12.  Sa Dapit Hapon (Tabuena & Hontiveros) Sing stanza 1 repeatedly.
13.  Patience People (Foley) 
14.  The Face of God (Francisco)
15.  God of Silence (Francisco)
16.  Holy Darkness “As we await You” pero some consider this for the Easter Vigil mas apt.
17.  Hosea (Norbet) Lentish mas kilala, pero if you consider its links to eschatology...
18.  Love is the answer (Hannisian)
19.  One Thing I Ask (Tirol)
20.  This Alone (Manion)
21.  We Remember (Haugen)
 
RECESSIONAL:
1.      Pagpangatagak na Yamog
2.      Balang Araw 
Suggestion ko lang ‘toh; anyone can very well disagree: consider changing yung ‘Narito na’ng Manunubos, luwalhatiin ang Diyos!’ into ‘Darating na’ng Manunubos, luwalhatiin ang Diyos!’ I just think it will be more faithful to the chronology, na for this season of advent, we should all help build up the anticipation for His coming. Technically Christ already came 2000 years ago, but we do have a liturgical year—every year and time, events that happened 2000 years ago are ever more renewed and ever more recalled to mind, and akma yung message mo when you hit the right pamanahon ng pandiwa (tenses of verbs).
3.      Tanda ng Kaharian ng Diyos (Morano & Francisco)
4.      Any Marian Song (kasi Nov 27 is Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal)
5.    A Time Will Come for Singing (Schutte) 
6.    Wait for the Lord
7.    Life Forever More (Ellerton & Francisco)
 

Solemnity of Christ the King - Year C - November 23, 2025

 Sorry at late uli. Wala na kasi kaming gadget na magagamit at nakikigamit lang.

The Solemnity of Christ the King Year C reminds us that Jesus is our true King. His kingdom is different from earthly kingdoms because it is built on love, mercy, and sacrifice.

• Jesus as King: Jesus is not a king who rules with power and force. He leads with love, humility, and service.

• God’s Kingdom is Eternal: Earthly rulers come and go, but Jesus’ kingdom will never end. His rule is one of peace and justice.

• Salvation Through Jesus: The second reading reminds us that Jesus rescues us from sin. He brings us into his kingdom and makes us part of his family.

• Mercy and Forgiveness: Jesus forgives the criminal on the cross. His kingdom is open to all who turn to him with faith.

• Humility and Suffering: Jesus does not save himself from the cross. His suffering shows that true kingship is about sacrifice, not power.

• Faith in Jesus: The good thief believed in Jesus even when others mocked him. His faith brought him the promise of eternal life.

The Solemnity of Christ the King Year C reminds us that Jesus is a different kind of king. He rules with love, mercy, and justice, and his kingdom will never end.
 
ENTRANCE:
1.      Himaya Kanimo (Koro Viannista), prioritize verse 1 and 2 good for Gospel
2.      Ang Hari sa Himaya, Ania Na
3.      Ang Ginoo Gahari Karon
4.      Pagbubunyi ("Dahil inako ng Kristong Hari kaligtasan ng Kanyang lipi.")
5.      Bayan Umawit ("Iisang lipi, iisang Diyos, iisang hari...")
6.      All Glory, Laud and Honor (Theodulph) “to thee redeemer king”
7.      Let heaven rejoice ("Hosanna to our King")
 
READINGS:

• First Reading – 2 Samuel 5:1-3: The tribes of Israel came to David in Hebron, recognizing his leadership. They made an agreement before the Lord, and David was anointed king of Israel.

• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 122: Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord.

• We rejoice as we go to the house of the Lord in Jerusalem, where the tribes gather to give thanks and the thrones of judgment are set.

• Second Reading – Colossians 1:12-20: Let us thank the Father for rescuing us and bringing us into the kingdom of his Son, Jesus, who is the image of God and the head of the church.

• Gospel – Luke 23:35-43: Rulers and soldiers mocked Jesus on the cross, challenging him to save himself. One criminal joined in, but the other defended Jesus and asked to be remembered. Jesus promised him a place in Paradise.

 
OFFERTORY:
1.      Daygon Ikaw, Ginoong Dios, swak for the celebration. We should be thankful for HIM
2.      Gasa sa Gugma (Koro Viannista)
3.      Paghahandog ng Sarili (..."Pagharian lahat ayon sa kalooban Mo...")
4.      Mula sa 'Yo ("Buhay ko'y pagharian Mo...")
5.      Ang Tanging Alay Ko. Stanza 3 ang priority. “Aking hinihintay ang ‘Yong pagbabalik, Hesus. Ang makapiling Mo’y kagalakang lubos.” This is so eschatology and triumph of Jesus.
6.      Earthen Vessels (Foley) “gold...wealth...treasure”
 
COMMUNION:
1.      Ang Ginoo Akong Magbalantay (Koro Viannista), swak sa First Reading and Responsorial Psalm
2.      Magsaulog Kita Karon, swak sa Gospel
3.      O Dios Ikaw, Haduol, swak sa First Reading
4.      Awit ng Paghahangad. You might want to prioritize Stanza 3. ("Magdiriwang ang Hari...")
5.      Ang Panginoon ay Aking Pastol (Isidro, Ramirez)
6.      Pagkabighani (Alejo, Francisco)
7.      Sa Diyos Lamang Mapapanatag (Isidro, Que) Prioritize Stanza 3 “Pastol Kang nagmamahal sa kawan”
8.      Ang Mabuting Pastol (Hontiveros)
9.      Hesus na Aking Kapatid (Hontiveros)
10.  One Thing I Ask (Tirol). Best choice. There are all the elements of eschatology, as well as the good shepherd imagery, and even triumph.
11.  If I could Touch You (Francisco) Stanza 3 and counterpoint ang priority. “What you do to your brethren, you do it for Me. I am in the brokenness and woundedness of man.” Although Lenten admittedly, still a very very very good choice.
12.  How lovely Is Your Dwelling Place (Aquino) ("My King and my God.") very good choice.
13.  Like A Shepherd (Dufford) Prioritize Sanzas 2 and 3.
 
RECESSIONAL:
1.      Ang Tawag sa Panahon
2.      Pagbanwag
3.      Ang Tawag
4.      Tanda ng Kaharian ng Diyos
5.      Ito ang Bagong Araw (Stanza 2: "Kristo Jesus, tunay Kang Hari...")
6.      All the ends of the earth. You might want to prioritize stanza 3.

33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C - November 16, 2025

 Please forgive us for not posting anything over the past two weeks. We were on academic break at that time, which meant no allowance. After that, Typhoons Tino and Uwan hit us, and we had no electricity in our area. We lost our phone too. We’re really sorry for that.

The 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C calls us to reflect on our actions and the end times. The readings remind us of the importance of staying faithful and diligent.

• Judgment Day: Malachi speaks of a fierce day when the arrogant and wicked will be punished. This day will bring justice and healing for those who honor God.
• Hard Work: In 2 Thessalonians, Paul emphasizes the value of hard work. He warns against idleness and encourages everyone to earn their keep.
• Future Trials: Jesus predicts the destruction of the temple and describes future hardships. He speaks of wars, disasters, and persecution that followers will face.
• Faithfulness in Persecution: Jesus promises to give wisdom to those who are persecuted for their faith. He assures them that they will be preserved if they endure these trials.
• Endurance: Endurance is highlighted in the Gospel as necessary for salvation. Those who stand firm in their faith will be saved.

The readings for the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C encourage us to remain faithful and diligent in our work and faith. They remind us that despite the trials we face, God’s justice and healing will prevail.

ENTRANCE:
1.    Kon Magkatigum Ta
2.    Mao Kini Ang Panaghigugmaay
3.    Saulogon Ta Karon
4.    Bayan, Magsiawit Na! (Aquino) “Upang Siya ay makapiling”
5.    Dinggin Mo (Esteban, Hontiveros) Stanza 2 ang priority. Swak sa 2R.
6.    Pananagutan (Hontiveros) “namamatay” Stanzas 1 and 2 ang priority.
7.    City of God (Schutte) “Let us build”
8.    Glory and Praise to Our God (Schutte) Stanza 3 ang priority.
9.    I Rejoiced (Foley) “We go to God’s own home”
10. Save Us, O Lord (Dufford)
11. Sing A New Song (Schutte) Prioritize Stanza 3. Pero medyo easter tong song na toh.
12. Sing to the Mountains (Dufford) “You have saved my soul from death”
13. The Lord is My Light (Foley) “Safe in the Lord alone”
14. Though the Mountains May Fall (Schutte) Swak sa G.

READINGS:

• First Reading – Malachi 3:19-20A: A fierce day will consume the arrogant and wicked, says the Lord. But those who honor Him will see the healing sun of righteousness rise.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 98:  The Lord comes to rule the earth with justice.
• Celebrate the LORD with music, for He comes to govern the earth and its peoples with justice and fairness.
• Second Reading – 2 Thessalonians 3:7-12: We worked hard among you as an example to follow. We taught that one must work to eat and advised against idleness and meddling.
• Gospel – Luke 21:5-19: Jesus predicts the destruction of the temple and describes future trials, including wars, natural disasters, and persecution. He promises divine wisdom for their defense and assures preservation for those who endure.

OFFERTORY:
1.    Ania ang Among mga Gasa
2.    Bililhong Gasa
3.    Dawata o Ginoo
4.    Ang Tanging Alay Ko. Stanza 3 ang priority. “Ang makapiling Mo’y kagalakang lubos.”
5.    Kapuri-puri Ka (Que) “Bunga ng aming paggawa”
6.    Pag-aalay ng Puso (Minsan Lamang) (Que) Best choice.
7.    Panginoon, Narito Ako (Isidro, Que) “buhay na walang hanggan”
8.    Tinapay ng Buhay (Atienza, Borres, Francisco)
9.    Blessed Be God “Work of our hands” is reminiscent of 2R.
10. Prayer for Generosity (Arboleda) “To serve, to toil, to labor” is so 2R.
11. Prayer of Rupert Mayer (Francisco) “Till in Your hands our hearts find rest”
 
COMMUNION:
1.    Ayaw Kahadlok
2.    Gugma’g Paglaum
3.    Mugna Sa Dios
4.    Hiram sa Diyos
5.    Huwag Kang Mangamba (Pagsanghan, Francisco)
6.    Liwanagan Mo, Hesus (Aquino)
7.    O Diyos, Iniibig Kita (Rodrigo, Hontiveros)
8.    Pagkabighani (Alejo, Francisco)
9.    Pananalig (Borres, Francisco) “Hangga’t hindi nahihimlay sa puso Mong dalisay”
10. Sa Dapit-Hapon (Tabuena, Hontiveros)
11. Sa ‘Yong Piling (Castro, Villaroman) “Sa paglubog nitong araw, sa pagsapit ng dilim, ang tangi kong hiling ay humimlay sa ‘Yong piling”
12. Saan Kami Tutungo (Macalinao, Hontiveros)
13. Tubig ng Buhay (Valdellon)
14. Be Not Afraid (Dufford)
15. Come to Me (Francisco)
16. Come to Me All Who Are Weary (Schutte)
17. Far Greater Love (Go, Francisco) Best choice.
18. God of Love (Schutte) Stanza 3 ang priority. “We have passed from death to life.”
19. Here in this Place (Haas). Swak sa Gospel, pero medyo pang-Easter toh.
20. How lovely is your dwelling place (Aquino)
21. I Am The Bread of Life (Toolan)
22. I Seek You For I Thirst (Valdellon) Stanzas 2 and 3 ang priority.
23. In Him Alone (Francisco)
24. In My Heart (Francisco) “In His new life we partake”
25. Lead Me, Lord (De Pano) “You are my life.”
26. Love is the Answer (Hannisian)
27. Magnificat (Haas) “brings new life to birth in me”
28. Now We Remain (Haas) “Living, now we remain with Jesus the Christ” Very good choice.
29. On Eagle’s Wings (Joncas)
30. One Thing I Ask (Tirol)
31. The Presence of Jesus (Haas) Stanzas 2, 3 and 4 ang priority.
32. Theme from the Cardinal
33. This Alone (Manion) Stanza 3 ang priority.
 
RECESSIONAL:
1.    Ang Kalinaw Ibilin ko Kaninyo
2.    Ang Tawag
3.    Dili Kita Mahadlok
4.    Pakig-uban
5.    KInsa?
6.    Sinong Makapaghihiwalay
7.    All My Days
8.    Life Forevermore
9.    Before the Sun Burned Bright, you are my sons (Schutte) “I called you each by name to share My home.”