13th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A - June 28, 2026

 The readings for the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A show the importance of faith, hospitality, and commitment to Jesus. They teach that following Christ means putting Him first and trusting in His promises.

• Putting Jesus First: Jesus calls His followers to love Him more than their own families. This means faith should guide all choices and actions.
• Hospitality and Generosity: The woman in Shunem welcomed Elisha into her home, and he promised her a son. This shows that kindness and generosity bring blessings.
• Baptism and New Life: Paul explains that through baptism, Christians die to sin and rise to a new life. This means they should live for God and avoid sin.
• Sacrifice and Reward: Jesus teaches that following Him comes with sacrifices. But even small acts of kindness in His name will not go unnoticed.
• Trusting in God’s Promises: The woman in Shunem did not expect to have a child, but God made it happen. This shows that God fulfills promises in unexpected ways.
• Serving Others: Jesus says that welcoming His messengers is like welcoming Him. Helping others, even in small ways, is part of Christian life.

The 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A reminds Christians to trust in God and follow Jesus completely. It shows that faith requires both commitment and love in action.

ENTRANCE:
1.    Mao kini ang Panaghigugmaay
2.    Kon Magkatigum Ta
3.    Pagmamahal sa Panginoon
4.    Purihin ang Panginoon
5.    Praise God
6.    Come with Praise

READINGS:

• First Reading – 2 Kings 4:8-11, 14-16A: A influential woman in Shunem offers hospitality to the prophet Elisha. In gratitude, Elisha promises her a son, despite her husband’s advanced age.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 89:  For ever I will sing the goodness of the Lord.
•  I’ll forever sing the Lord’s promises; His kindness is everlasting. Blessed are those who walk in His light and find joy in His justice. He’s our strength, favor, and protective shield.
• Second Reading – Romans 6:3-4, 8-11: Through baptism, we join Christ in His death and resurrection, signifying our new life. As Christ is free from death, we too, should live free from sin, and for God.
• Gospel – Matthew 10:37-42: Jesus instructs his apostles that true discipleship requires them to prioritize their love and devotion to him above even their closest family relationships. He also emphasizes the significance of receiving and supporting those who come in his name, assuring that even the smallest acts of kindness towards his disciples will be rewarded. 
  
  
  

OFFERTORY
1.    Ania ang Among Gasa
2.    Ihalad Namo Kanimo
3.    Pag-aalay
4.    Panalangin sa Pagiging Bukas Palad
5.    Prayer for Generosity
6.    Christify
 
COMMUNION
1.    Dios Nia Ko
2.    Kini Mao Akong Lawas
3.    Ang Kinabuhing Mahinungdanon
4.    Mugna sa Dios
5.    Manatili Ka
6.    Gandang Sinauna at Sariwa
7.    Awit ng Paghahangad
8.    Bawat Sandali
9.    Take Up Your Cross
10. Jesus Keep Me Near the Cross
11. Take Courage
 
RECESSIONAL
1.     Kinsa?
2.     Ang Atong Tulubagon
3.     Humayo’t Ihayag (Francisco, Catalan, Go)
4.     Sinong Makapaghihiwalay (Anunciata)
5.     How Good It is To Give Thanks (Hangad)
6.     Thank You (Hangad)
7.     I Will Sing Forever (Francisco)