21st Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A - August 23, 2026

 The readings for the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A show God’s authority and wisdom. They also highlight the role of Peter and the Church in carrying out God’s plan.

• God’s Authority Over Leaders: God removes Shebna and gives authority to Eliakim. This shows that God chooses leaders and can take away their power.
• Christ as the Foundation: Jesus tells Peter that He will build His Church on him. This shows that the Church is established by Christ and will last.
• Faith and Recognition of Jesus: Peter calls Jesus the Son of God. His faith allows him to see the truth about Jesus.
• Wisdom of God: Paul reminds us that God’s wisdom is beyond human understanding. No one can fully know God’s ways.
• Keys of the Kingdom: Jesus gives Peter the keys to heaven. This shows that the Church has authority to guide people to God.
• Glory Belongs to God: Everything comes from God and exists for Him. All honor should go to Him.

The 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A reminds us that God is in control. He gives authority and wisdom to those who trust in Him.

Entrance:
1.      Lungsod nga Balaan
2.      Pagmamahal sa Panginoon (Hontiveros)
3.      Isang Pananampalataya (Santos and Hontiveros)
4.      Seek the Lord
5.      Glory and Praise to our God (Schutte)
 
Readings:

• First Reading – Isaiah 22:19-23: The LORD declares that He will remove Shebna from his position and replace him with Eliakim. Eliakim will have authority and be like a trusted peg, honored by his family.

• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 138:  Lord, your love is eternal; do not forsake the work of your hands.

I thank the LORD wholeheartedly, acknowledging that He hears me. I praise Him among angels and worship in His temple. His love is eternal, and He never abandons His creations.

• Second Reading – Romans 11:33-36: The vastness of God’s wisdom and knowledge is incomprehensible. No one can fully understand His mind or advise Him. Everything originates from and exists for Him. Glory to Him eternally.

• Gospel – Matthew 16:13-20: Jesus asks who people say He is. Peter proclaims Him as Christ, Son of God. Jesus blesses Peter, declaring him foundation of His church, giving him authority over heaven’s keys.

 

Offertory:
1.      Gasa sa Gugma (Koro Viannista)
2.      Daygon Ikaw Ginoong Dios (Koro Viannista)
3.      Paghahandog (San Andres) “Lahat ng ito’y nagmula sa Iyo” is so 2R.
4.      Panginoon, Narito Ako (Isidro and Que)
5.      Take and Receive “ All I own are thine”
6.      Dwelling Place (Foley)
 
Communion:
1.      Ako ang Kahayag (Koro Viannista)
2.      Kinabuhi Mo, Kinabuhi Ko (Koro Viannista)
3.      Pagkakaibigan
4.      Panunumpa
5.      One Thing I ask
6.      Here I am, Lord (Schutte) “Whom shall I send”
7.      You are Mine (Haas)
 
Recessional:
1.      Ang Tawag
2.      Pagkabighani (Alejo, Francisco)
3.      Paring Pilipino
4.      You are a Priest Forever
5.      Only in GOD (Foley)