20th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A - August 16, 2026

 Salamat po sa suporta at pagdalaw.

The readings for the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A show that God welcomes all who follow Him. They also teach about faith, mercy, and perseverance.

• God welcomes all people: Isaiah speaks of foreigners being accepted if they follow God’s ways. Jesus helps a Gentile woman, showing that God’s love is for everyone.
• Faith moves Jesus: The Canaanite woman does not give up. Her strong faith leads Jesus to heal her daughter.
• God’s mercy is for all: Paul explains that God’s mercy is not just for one group. He shows kindness to everyone, even when they fail.
• Persistence in prayer: The woman keeps asking Jesus for help. Her persistence shows the power of not giving up in prayer.
• Obedience to God matters: Isaiah says those who keep God’s covenant will be accepted. Following God’s ways leads to blessings.
• God’s promises never change: Paul says God’s gifts and call last forever. His love and plan stay the same.

The 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A reminds us that God does not turn away those who seek Him. Faith and perseverance open the way to His blessings.

 

Entrance
1.      Lungsod nga Balaan
2.      Ang Tawag
3.      Pag-aalaala (Francisco)
4.      Pagmamahal sa Panginoon (Hontiveros) ... prioritize stanza 2
5.      Sing to the Mountains (Dufford) ….let all the earth
6.      Glory and Praise to our GOD (Schutte) prioritize stanza 4

 

Readings

• First Reading – Isaiah 56:1, 6-7: The LORD calls for righteousness and justice. Foreigners who love and serve Him, keeping the covenant and observing the Sabbath, will find acceptance in His house—a house of prayer for all nations.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 67: O God, let all the nations praise You! 

May God’s compassion and blessings shine upon us, revealing His ways to all nations, leading to salvation. Let all praise Him, rejoicing in His just rule and guidance.

• Second Reading – Romans 11:13-15, 29-32: Brothers and sisters, as the apostle to the Gentiles, I glorify my ministry, making my race envious for salvation. Rejection brings reconciliation, and God’s gifts and call endure. Mercy awaits all.
• Gospel – Matthew 15:21-28: A Canaanite woman pleads for Jesus’ help, seeking healing for her possessed daughter. Though initially hesitant, Jesus praises her great faith. Her daughter is healed instantly. 
  
  
  

 

Offertory:
1.      Gasa sa Gugma (Koro Viannista)
2.      Daygon Ikaw Ginoong Dios (Koro Viannista)
3.      Nagahalad Kami
4.      Isang Pagkain, Isang Katawan, Isang Bayan (San Pedro)
5.      Pag-aalay (Francisco)
6.      Christify
7.      One Bread, One Body (Foley) …Gentile or Jew
 
Communion:
1.      Way Sukod ang Pagmamahal (Koro Viannista)
2.      Kinabuhi Ko, Kinabuhi Mo (Koro Viannista)
3.      Lig-onon Mo Kami
4.      Buhing Pagtoo … “di lang ni sya pangpatay, pangcommunion jud ni galing lang kay ginakanta sya usually pangpatay. This song is intended for communion jud kita lang nagamit nga pangpatay tungod sa ka solemn sa iyang tono ug sa lyrics” (React lang ang gusto moreact)
5.      Awit ng Paghilom (Aquino)
6.      H’wag Mangamba (Francisco)
7.      Pananatili (Miranda)
8.      In Him Alone (Francisco)
9.      Without Seeing You (Haas)
10.  Sing of Him (Dufford)
 
Recessional:
1.      Ang Tawag sa Panahon
2.      Kay Kita Usa Ra
3.      Pagpalain Kailanman (Aquino)
4.      Panginoon ay Purihin (Borres, Que) diretso na stanza 2 and 3
5.      Lover of Us all (Schutte)
6.      Let Heaven Rejoice (Dufford)