28th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A - October 15, 2023

 
Thank you sa mga dumalo na tunay na sumuporta at kumokonekta sa amin.
 
The readings for the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A tell of the abundance of the Kingdom of God. In the first reading we hear of the wonders of the Mountain of the Lord. The psalm tells of how God will care for us as a shepherd cares for his sheep. The second reading speaks of how God provides for us in abundance. And in the gospel Jesus compares the Kingdom of Heaven to a lavish wedding banquet.
 
Our songs theme must be centered on the following:
 

• Kingdom as a Feast: The parable describes the Kingdom of Heaven as a wedding banquet thrown by a king. This theme visualizes the divine realm as a celebratory and communal event.

• Invitation Rejected: Initially invited guests refuse the call, illustrating how some might reject or ignore divine invitations. This reflects the theme of human indifference or hostility to divine outreach.

• Open Invitation: The king extends the invitation to everyone, both good and bad. This emphasizes God’s inclusivity and the universal nature of the divine call.

• Unprepared Guest: A guest without a wedding robe faces consequences, suggesting that while the invitation is open, certain preparations or transformations are expected for full participation.

 
 
Entrance:
1.      Mao Kini ang Panaghigugmaay
2.      Pag-inambitay
3.      Sa Piging ng Panginoon (Tabuena, Hontiveros)
4.      Sa Hapag ng Panginoon (Morano, Francisco)
5.      Come with Praise (Schutte) “Come, you poor of the Lord” 
6.      Seek the Lord (O’Connor) Stanza 4 ang priority
 
Readings:

• First Reading – Isaiah 25:6-10a: The LORD promises to provide abundantly for all and remove obstacles that blind nations. He will end death, comfort his people, and eradicate their disgrace. All will recognize and rejoice in God’s salvation.

• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 23:  I shall live in the house of the Lord all the days of my life.

• The LORD, as a caring shepherd, provides and protects. He leads in safety, offers comfort in danger, and honors in the presence of enemies. With the LORD’s enduring kindness, one finds eternal refuge in His house.

• Second Reading – Philippians 4:12-14, 19-20: Paul expresses contentment in all situations, whether in scarcity or plenty. Through Christ’s strength, he remains resilient. He acknowledges the support of others and assures God’s provision for their needs, praising God eternally.

• Gospel – Matthew 22:1-14 or 22:1-10: Jesus shares a parable about a king who hosts a wedding feast for his son. Initially, invited guests refuse the invitation. After facing consequences, the king invites all, but emphasizes the importance of being appropriately prepared. Few truly qualify.

 

Offertory:
1.      Daygon, Ikaw Ginoong Dios (Koro Viannista) – which is swak sa Second Reading on verse 19-20
2.      O Dios Dawata (Koro Viannista)
3.      Unang Alay (Magnaye)
4.      Panalangin sa Pagiging Bukas Palad
5.      One Bread, One Body (Foley) 
6.      Take Our Bread (Wise) Stanza 2 ang priority.
 
Communion:
1.      Ang Dios Akong Magbalantay (Koro Viannista)- which is hango sa Psalm 23
2.      Kalig-on sa Pagtoo (Koro Viannista)
3.      Pagkabighani (Alejo, Francisco)
4.      Pananatili (Miranda)
5.      How Lovely is Your Dwelling Place (Aquino) which is swak kaayo sa 1^st Reading
6.      One Thing I Ask (Tirol)
 
Recessional:
1.      Ang Tawag – swak sa gospel nga nag-ingon pagkadaghan ang gidapit apan gamay ray gipili same as “pagkadaghan sa anihunon, pagkanihit sa mangangani karon”
2.      Ang Kaakuhan
3.      Tanda ng Kaharian ng Diyos (Morano, Francisco)
4.      Awit sa Ina ng Santo Rosario – this is to remind the congregation to pray the rosary since Rosary Month ngayon
5.      Hail Mary 
6.      Ave Maria