The 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A teaches about being ready for God. The readings talk about wisdom, hope, and staying prepared for what is to come.
- Seeking Wisdom: Wisdom is
always there for those who look for it. The first reading shows that
wisdom brings peace and helps people make good choices.
- Being Watchful: The wise
virgins in the Gospel are ready when the bridegroom arrives. This reminds
people to stay prepared for God’s coming.
- Hope in Resurrection: The
second reading tells believers not to grieve like those with no hope.
Jesus’ resurrection shows that the dead will rise again.
- Personal Responsibility: The
foolish virgins do not bring enough oil and miss the feast. This shows
that each person must take care of their own faith life.
- Unexpected Timing: The
bridegroom arrives at a surprising hour. This teaches that people do not
know when God will come, so they must always be ready.
- Faith in Action: Wisdom, hope,
and preparation require action. The readings show that faith is not just
about belief but about making good choices.
The message
of the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A is clear. Be wise, be prepared, and
trust in God’s promises.
Entrance:
1. Mao Kini ang Panaghigugmaay
2.
Diosnong Magtutudlo
3. Sa Piging ng Panginoon, prioritize
stanza 3 (Tabuena, Hontiveros)
4. Pagbabasbas ,(Javellana, Arboleda, Francisco)
5. Come With Praise (Schutte)
6. Magnificat (Haas). Stanzas 2 and 3 ang
priority
Readings:
- First Reading – Wisdom
6:12-16: Wisdom is radiant and doesn’t fade, easily found by those who
seek her. She eagerly meets those who watch for her and brings freedom
from worry to the worthy.
- Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 63:
My soul is thirsting for you, O Lord my God.
- I seek and thirst for God, finding
greater good in His kindness than in life itself. I find satisfaction and
joy in meditating on Him and calling upon His name.
- Second Reading – 1
Thessalonians 4:13-18 OR 4:13-14: Don’t grieve without hope for those
who’ve died. If we believe in Jesus’ resurrection, the dead will also
rise. At Jesus’ return, both the dead and living will meet Him.
- Gospel – Matthew
25:1-13: Jesus shares a parable about ten virgins waiting for a
bridegroom. Five are wise and bring extra oil, while five are foolish and
don’t. When the bridegroom arrives, only the wise ones can join him in the
wedding feast, as they are prepared. The message stresses readiness and
vigilance.
Offertory:
1.
O Dios Dawata, (Koro Viannista)
2. Mugna sa Dios, (Koro Viannista)
3. Dios Nia Ko, swak sa gospel
4. Ang Tanging Alay Ko, Stanza 2 ang
priority.
5.
Paghahandog ng Sarili, (Arboleda, Francisco)
6. Earthen Vessels (Foley) Stanza 2 ang
priority.
7. Christify
Communion:
1. Kini Maong Akong Lawas, (Koro Viannista)
2. Natawag Ko Na Ikaw
3. Ang Kinabuhing Mahinungdanon
4.
Hesus na Aking Kapatid (Hontiveros)
5. Pag-alabin Aming Puso (Francisco)
6. Saan Kami Tutungo (Macalinao, Hontiveros)
7. Be Not Afraid (Dufford) Stanza 3 ang
priority.
8. Come To Me (Francisco) swak sa RP
9. Say The Word
10. I Seek You For I Thirst
Recessional:
1. Pag-inambitay
2. Pagmantala
3. Ang Atong Tulubagon
4. Mapapalad (Ramirez)
5. Happy are the Ones (Schutte)