Corpus Christi Sunday - Year A - June 7, 2026

 Corpus Christi Year A invites us to think about what it means to receive Jesus in the Eucharist. The readings help us see how God feeds His people and draws them together as one.

• Living Bread from Heaven: Jesus calls Himself the living bread. This reminds us that the Eucharist is not just a symbol, but real food for our souls.
• God Provides in Hard Times: In the desert, God gave manna and water to His people. This shows He cares for us even when things are hard.
• Unity Through the Eucharist: Sharing one bread brings us together. The Eucharist makes us one Church, one body in Christ.
• True Life in Christ: Jesus says we must eat His flesh and drink His blood to have life. The Eucharist connects us to eternal life.
• Trusting God’s Word: God told His people they live by His word, not just by bread. We are reminded to listen and trust Him, especially when we are unsure.
• Sacrifice and Gift: The cup we bless reminds us of Christ’s sacrifice. In every Mass, we remember His love and offer ourselves back to Him.
• Memory of Salvation: God told His people to remember what He did for them. The Eucharist helps us remember Jesus and what He has done to save us.

Corpus Christi Year A calls us to treasure the gift of the Eucharist. It reminds us that Jesus is with us in every Mass, feeding us and making us one. (Source: https://young-catholics.com/706/corpus-christi-year-a/#google_vignette )

Entrance:
1.      Awit mga Binuhat
2.      Kon Magkatigum ta , sibo sa ebanghelyo diin nagkatigom sila sa usa ka lawak
3.      Himaya Kanimo, Kristo Jesus
4.      Sa Hapag ng Panginoon (Morano & Francisco) 
5.      Sa Piging na Handog (Carlos, Villaroman) 
6.      Sa Piging ng Panginoon (Tabuena, Hontivers) 
7.      Water of Life (Haas)

Readings:

• First Reading – Deuteronomy 8:2-3, 14B-16A: God led and tested the Israelites in the desert, providing manna and water, to show that life depends on His word.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 147: Praise the Lord, Jerusalem.
• Praise the Lord for strengthening Jerusalem, granting peace, and sharing his word and laws with Israel.
• Second Reading – 1 Corinthians 10:16-17: The cup and bread we bless signify our sharing in Christ’s blood and body, uniting us as one body.
• Gospel – John 6:51-58: Jesus declares He is the living bread from heaven. To have eternal life, we must eat His flesh and drink His blood, ensuring our union with Him and eternal life. 
  
  
  

Offertory:
1.      Daygon, Ikaw Ginoong Dios
2.      Diyutay Lang Kini
3.      Nagahalad Kami
4.      Uban ning Pan ug bino (Cubillas)
5.      Aniang Among Halad
6.      Unang Alay (Magnaye)
7.      Isang Pagkain, Isang Katawan, Isang Bayan (San Pedro) 
8.      Pag-aalay (Francisco)
9.      One Bread, One Body (Foley)
10.  Prayer for Generosity (Arboleda)
11.  Prayer of Rupert Mayer (Francisco)
12.  Take and Receive “Command and I obey”

(Image source: https://www.rvasia.org/daily-reflection/feast-corpus-christi ) 

 
Communion:
1.      Kini Maong Akong Lawas, best choice for the celebration. Sibo kaayo sa Ebanghelyo
2.      O Dios Ikaw Haduol
3.      Natawag ko Na Ikaw
4.      O Hesus, Hilumin Mo (Francisco)
5.      Pag-alabin Aming Puso (Francisco)
6.      Sa Dapit Hapon (Tabuena & Hontiveros) admittedly Lenten, but if you prioritize Stanza 3...
7.      Ito ang Aking Katawan (Isidro & Ramirez) best choice, stanzas 1 to 3
8.      Likhain Mong Muli (Alejo, Francisco)
9.      Anima Christi (Arboleda) 
10.  Empty Space (Go, Francisco) 
11.  The Presence of Jesus (Haas)
 
Recessional:
1.      Diocesan Shared Vision (if your parish have), we need to sing this so that the parishioners will know the parish vision
2.      Ang Tawag
3.      Ang Atong Tulubagon
4.      Tanda ng Kaharian ng Diyos (Moreno, Francisco)
5.      I am the Bread of Life (Toolan) Stanza 3 ang priority.

Corpus Christi Sunday - Year C - June 22, 2025

 Salamat sa mga umunawa at marunong maghintay.

The Solemnity of Corpus Christi Year C celebrates the gift of the Eucharist. It reminds us of God’s love and the unity of the Church through the Body and Blood of Christ.

• Jesus as the Bread of Life: The Gospel shows Jesus feeding the crowd, pointing to the Eucharist as spiritual food. The Eucharist nourishes our souls and unites us with Jesus.
• The Priesthood of Christ: Melchizedek brings bread and wine in Genesis, symbolizing Christ as the eternal priest. Jesus continues this priesthood in the Eucharist, offering himself to the Father.
• Sacrifice and Thanksgiving: The Eucharist is a sacrifice and an act of thanksgiving, as seen in Genesis and Corinthians. We give thanks for Christ’s sacrifice, which brings us salvation.
• The Institution of the Eucharist: Paul recounts the Last Supper, reminding us of the sacred origins of the Eucharist. This teaches us to cherish and remember Christ’s presence in this gift.
• Unity of the Church: The Eucharist brings us together as one Body in Christ. It reminds us to care for each other and live in harmony.
• Generosity and Abundance: In the Gospel, Jesus feeds a great crowd with little food. The Eucharist shows God’s generous love, providing for our deepest needs.
• God’s Covenant with Us: The readings highlight God’s faithful love and covenant. The Eucharist is the new covenant, bringing us closer to God.

Corpus Christi Year C calls us to reflect on the gift of the Eucharist. It strengthens our faith and helps us live in love and unity with one another.

Entrance:
1.      Awit mga Binuhat
2.      Kon Magkatigum ta 
3.      Himaya Kanimo, Kristo Jesus
4.      Sa Hapag ng Panginoon (Morano & Francisco)
5.      Sa Piging na Handog (Carlos, Villaroman)
6.      Sa Piging ng Panginoon (Tabuena, Hontivers)
7.      Water of Life (Haas)

Readings:

• First Reading – Genesis 14:18-20: Melchizedek, king of Salem and priest of God, brought bread and wine and blessed Abram. Abram gave Melchizedek a tenth of everything.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 110: The LORD declares an eternal priesthood in the line of Melchizedek, promises victory over enemies, and assures divine authority and power.
• Second Reading – 1 Corinthians 11:23-26: Jesus instituted the Eucharist at the Last Supper, saying the bread is his body and the cup is the new covenant in his blood, to be done in remembrance of him.
• Gospel – Luke 9:11B-17: Jesus fed a crowd of five thousand with five loaves and two fish. He blessed and broke the food, distributing it through his disciples. Everyone was satisfied, and twelve baskets of leftovers were collected.

 

Offertory:
1.      Daygon, Ikaw Ginoong Dios
2.      Diyutay Lang Kini
3.      Nagahalad Kami
4.      Uban ning Pan ug bino (Cubillas)
5.      Aniang Among Halad
6.      Unang Alay (Magnaye)
7.      Isang Pagkain, Isang Katawan, Isang Bayan (San Pedro)
8.      Pag-aalay (Francisco)
9.      One Bread, One Body (Foley)
10.  Prayer for Generosity (Arboleda)
11.  Prayer of Rupert Mayer (Francisco)
12.  Take and Receive “Command and I obey”
 
Communion:
1.      Kini Maong Akong Lawas, best choice for the celebration. 
2.      O Dios Ikaw Haduol
3.      Natawag ko Na Ikaw
4.      O Hesus, Hilumin Mo (Francisco)
5.      Pag-alabin Aming Puso (Francisco)
6.      Sa Dapit Hapon (Tabuena & Hontiveros) 
7.      Ito ang Aking Katawan (Isidro & Ramirez) best choice, stanzas 1 to 3
8.      Likhain Mong Muli (Alejo, Francisco)
9.      Anima Christi (Arboleda)
10.  Empty Space (Go, Francisco)
11.  The Presence of Jesus (Haas)
 
Recessional:
1.      Diocesan Shared Vision (if your parish have), we need to sing this so that the parishioners will know the parish vision
2.      Ang Tawag
3.      Ang Atong Tulubagon
4.      Tanda ng Kaharian ng Diyos (Moreno, Francisco)
5.      I am the Bread of Life (Toolan) Stanza 3 ang priority.
 
Have a blessed day everyone 😊