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The links of song suggestions for Misa de Gallo (from old post):
- December 15 pm and 16 am Mass
- December 16 pm and 17 am Mass
- December 17 pm and 18 am Mass
- December 18 pm and 19 am Mass
- December 19 pm and 20 am Mass
- December 20 pm and 21 am Mass
- December 21 pm and 22 am Mass
- December 22 pm and 23 am Mass
- December 23 pm and 24 am Mass
Theme and Main points:
- Witness to the Light: John the Baptist's role as a
witness to the light, who is Jesus, is emphasized. This theme highlights
the importance of testifying to Jesus as the true Light who brings divine
truth and life.
- Identity and Mission of John the
Baptist: John’s clear denial of being the Christ, Elijah, or the Prophet
reflects his understanding of his own identity and mission. This theme
illustrates the importance of knowing one’s role in God’s plan and staying
true to it.
- Humility in Service: John’s declaration of
unworthiness to untie Jesus’ sandals showcases his humility. It teaches
that true greatness in God's kingdom comes from recognizing one's own
humbleness and the superiority of Jesus.
- Preparation for the Messiah: John’s role in preparing
the way for Jesus underscores the theme of making oneself ready for the
Messiah’s coming. It calls for spiritual readiness and openness to receive
Christ.
1. Ayaw Paglangan Ginoo - swak for the theme since we're still waiting for HIS coming
2. Umanhi Ka, Ayaw Paglangan - can be found in Ad-5 in old Cebuano Songbook or page 170 in GKK Songbook.
3. Balang Araw ( Borres, Francisco ) this is only a suggestion. Try to change the " Narito na ang Manunubos, Luwalhatiin ang Dios" into " Darating na ang Manunubos, luwalhatiin ang Dios."
4. Ang Puso Ko’y Nagpupuri (“Nagagalak ang aking Espiritu”) Clear this first. I do not believe this is an exclusively Marian song. It’s also about rejoicing.
5. Purihi’t Pasalamatan (Esteban & Hontiveros) “sa masyang awit”
6. Save us O Lord (Dufford) I acknowledge this is Lenten, pero yung message niya okay na okay kay kumpareng John the Baptist.
7. Play Before the Lord (Dufford) “Stand among His people here, telling of all His ways” can be interpreted to be so St. John the Baptist
8. I Rejoiced (Foley)
- First Reading - Isaiah 61:1-2A, 10-11: Anointed by God, I am sent to bring hope to the poor, heal the brokenhearted, and proclaim freedom. Clothed in salvation, I joyfully await God's justice to flourish globally.
- Responsorial Psalm - Luke 1: My soul rejoices in my God.
- Second Reading - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24: Rejoice always, pray ceaselessly, and give thanks in all situations. Embrace the Spirit, discern truth, and avoid evil. May God sanctify you wholly for Christ's return, fulfilling His promise.
- Gospel - John 1:6-8, 19-28: Sent by God, John the Baptist testified to the coming Light, making clear he was not the Christ, Elijah, nor the Prophet. Questioned by Jewish leaders, he identified himself as the voice prophesied by Isaiah, preparing the way for the Lord. Despite his significant role, John humbly acknowledged the greater one to follow, whose sandals he felt unworthy to untie.
OFFERTORY:
1. Andama ang Dalan
2. Nagahalad Kami
3. Diyutay Lang Kini
4. Ang Tanging Alay Ko
Prioritize Stanza 3. One reinforces the more common message of Advent even more when in Stanza 3 this is sung: “Aking hinihintay ang ‘Yong pagdarating, Jesus” rather than “pagbabalik, Jesus.” Nevertheless, pagbabalik can certainly remain, as again this season also has an eschatological
notion.
5. Panalangin sa Pagiging Bukas Palad (Arboleda & Francisco)
6. Panalangin Maging Bukas Palad (Rodrigo & Ramirez)
7. Prayer for Generosity (Arboleda) “To give and not to count the cost, to fight and not to heed the wounds, to toil and not to seek for rest, to labor and ask not for reward” is so John the Baptist.
8. Dwelling Place (“May Christ find a dwelling place in our hearts”) (Foley)
COMMUNION:
1. Andama ang Dalan (Ad-2)
2. Panahon Na (F-14)
3. Awit ng Paghahangad (Cenzon) “Magagalak na aawit”
4. Liwanag ng Aming Puso: Lentish but (“...sa amin manahan Ka...”)
5. Pananatili (“yayakapain ang landasin...Mo” is again terno sa G No. 3)
6. Empty Space (Foley) “So You may one day see my face” pero some consider this for the Sacred Heart mas apt. Bagaman mas nauugnay ito sa Kabanal-banalang Puso, this is taking it one step further: If we are anticipative and waiting so much, we might as well wait for the right One. Besides, this song could even help in increasing the longing. My own opinion lang ang last sentence; I’d love it if you’d
disagree para natu3 tayo lahat thru exchange of reasonable reasons. Ang panget ng English ko, but
you get what I mean.
7. In Him Alone
8. God of Silence (Francisco)
9. Holy Darkness “As we await You” pero some consider this for the Easter Vigil mas apt.
11. One Thing I Ask (Tirol)
12. This Alone (Manion)
13. One More Gift (Francisco)
14. Prayer of Saint Francis (Temple)
RECESSIONAL:
1. Umanhi Ka Mesiyas (Ad-3)
2. Ang Tawag sa Panahon
3. Tanda ng Kaharian ng Diyos (Morano & Francisco)
4. Awit ng Pasasalamat (Hontiveros) “Tayo’y magagalak”
5. A Time Will Come for Singing (Schutte)
6. Wait for the Lord
7. Life Forever More (Ellerton & Francisco)
8. The Lord is my Light. Prioritize Stanza 2: “Your face, Lord, I seek.”
