Ipagpaumanhin po ninyo at natagalan ang ating update this week. Namatay po kasi ang aking ama last Monday at sa Sabado pa ang libing. Nataon na namatay pa siya sa bisperas pa ng birthday ko which is January 23. Please include him (Jimmy Gangca) sa inyong mga prayers. Thank you po.
- Prophetic Authority and Divine Truth:
The first reading from Deuteronomy speaks of a prophet like Moses,
emphasizing the importance of heeding true prophetic voices that convey
God's will and truth. This theme of authoritative teaching is echoed in
the Gospel, where Jesus' teachings are contrasted with those of the
scribes.
- Divine Guidance and Obedience:
Psalm 95 calls for joyful praise and worship of God, recognizing Him as
our creator and guide. It emphasizes listening to God's voice and avoiding
the hard-heartedness of our ancestors, underscoring the importance of
obedience to divine guidance.
- Undistracted Devotion to God:
The second reading from 1 Corinthians discusses the states of married and
unmarried life, highlighting how the unmarried can focus more directly on
pleasing the Lord. This theme of undistracted devotion is relevant to
understanding different vocations and the ways they can lead to holiness.
- The Authority of Jesus: The Gospel reading vividly
demonstrates Jesus' divine authority, not just in teaching but also in his
power over unclean spirits. His authority impresses and amazes the people,
revealing him as a figure of divine power and wisdom.
- Recognition of Christ's Power: The reaction of the
congregation in the Gospel to Jesus' exorcism and teaching underlines the
theme of recognizing and responding to Christ's power and authority. This
response of amazement and the spread of Jesus' fame throughout Galilee are
central to understanding the impact of Jesus' ministry.
Entrance:
1. Diha sa Halaran, swak sa Psalm “Dayga ang Ginoo”
2. Daygon ta ang Ginoo, swak pa rin sa Psalm “Dagyga ang Ginoo”
3. Awit ng Pasasalamat (Hontiveros)
4. Pag-aalaala (Francisco) Prioritize Stanza 2.
5. All I ask of you (Norbet)
6. Blest be the Lord (Schutte)
· First Reading – Deuteronomy 18:15-20: Moses declares God's promise to raise a prophet like him from among the people. This prophet, carrying God's words, must be heeded, with consequences for false prophecy.
· Second Reading – 1 Corinthians 7:32-35: The unmarried are encouraged to focus solely on pleasing the Lord, free from worldly distractions. Married individuals naturally divide attention between the Lord and their spouse. This advice is for undistracted devotion.
1. O Dios Dawata (Koro Viannista)
2. Diyutay lang Kini
3. Ang Tanging Alay Ko
4. Narito Ako (San Andres) Prioritize Stanza 2.
5. Narito Ako, Panginoon (Que)
6. Prayer for Generosity (Arboleda)
7. To Be Your Bread (Haas)
1. Ang Kinabuhing Mahinungdanon
2. Ang Tawo niining Kalibutan
3. Kini maong Akong Lawas
4. Awit ng Paghilom (Aquino)
5. Kaibigan
6. Halina, Lumapit sa Akin (Isidro, Que) Best choice.
7. Hesus ng Aking Buhay (Aquino)
8. Huwag Kang Mangamba (Pagsanghan, Francisco)
9. Huwag Limutin (Aquino)
10. H’wag Mangamba (Francisco)
11. Far Greater Love (Go, Francisco)
12. God of Silence (Francisco)
13. Here I Am, Lord (Schutte)
1. Ang Atong Tulubagon
2. Kinsa?
3. Ang Tawag
4. Magpasalamat sa Kanya (Ramirez)
5. O Bayan ng Dios (Aquino)
6. My Heart’s Thanksgiving (Aquino)