Saints Peter and Paul are two of the most important figures in the history of the Church. They were leaders who spread the message of Jesus and helped build the early Christian community. Both are remembered as apostles who gave their lives for their faith. The Church celebrates them together because of their deep connection in spreading the Gospel.
Peter was one of the twelve apostles chosen by Jesus. He became the
leader of the apostles and is known as the first Pope. Jesus called Peter “the
rock” on which He would build His Church. Peter’s role was to guide and
strengthen the early Christians.
Paul was not one of the twelve apostles, but he
became an important leader. At first, Paul persecuted Christians, but he had a
powerful experience of Jesus and became a believer. Paul traveled far and
preached to people who had never heard about Jesus. He wrote letters that
helped explain the teachings of the Church.
Peter and Paul both died in Rome as martyrs. They gave their lives to
follow Jesus. The Church celebrates their feast day on June 29 to honor their
work and their sacrifice. Their stories show the courage and faith that built
the Church.
1. Awit mga Binuhat,
2. Bag-ong Huni sa Kinabuhi
3. Halina’t Umawit (Flores, Villaroman)
4. Purihin ang Panginoon (Isidro, Ramirez)
5. Sa Diyos Lamang Mapapanatag (Isidro, Que)
6. Blest Be the Lord (Schutte)
7. Come With Praise (Schutte)
8. Praise God (Dufford, Foley)
- First Reading – Acts
12:1-11: Herod imprisoned Peter to appease the Jews. With the Church
praying fervently for Peter, an angel appeared, shining light into his
cell. Unchained, Peter followed the angel past guards, through
self-opening gates, to freedom.
- Responsorial Psalm – Psalm
34: Bless the Lord always, his praise fills my mouth. Join me in
exalting His name. He answers, dispels fears, and fills us with joy. The
Lord’s angel protects those who fear Him, blessing those who seek refuge.
- Second Reading – 2 Timothy
4:6-8, 17-18: I, Paul, see my end near, but I’ve run my race well,
keeping the faith. A crown of righteousness awaits me. The Lord gave me
strength, protection, and will guide me to His heavenly Kingdom. Amen.
- Gospel – Matthew
16:13-19: Jesus asks His disciples about the people’s opinions
regarding His identity. Simon Peter declares that Jesus is the Christ, the
Son of the living God. Jesus acknowledges Peter’s revelation, affirming
that upon him, whom He calls Peter, He will build His Church, and the
powers of death will not overcome it. Jesus entrusts Peter with the keys
of the Kingdom, granting him authority to bind and loose matters on earth
and in heaven.
1. Daygon Ikaw Ginoong Dios
2. Gasa Sa Gugma
3. Nagahalad Kami
4. O Dios Dawata
5. Ang Tanging Alay Ko
7. Narito Ako (San Andres)
8. Narito Ako, Panginoon (Que)
9. Pag-aalay (Francisco)
10. Paghahandog (San Andres)
11. Paghahandog ng Sarili (Ofrasio, Hontiveros) or (Arboleda, Francisco)
12. Panalangin sa Pagiging Bukas-Palad (Arboleda, Francisco)
13. Panginoon, Narito Ako (Isidro, Que)
14. Patnubay (Cuyugken, Caguioa, Sta. Maria, La Vina)
15. Earthen Vessels (Foley)
16. We Remember (Haugen)
17. Christify
Communion:
1. Ang Kinabuhing Mahinungdanon,
2. Kinabuhi Mo, Kinabuhi Ko
3. Ang Paglingap ng Diyos (Hontiveros)
4. Huwag Kang Mangamba (Pagsanghan, Francisco)
5. H’wag Mangamba (Francisco)
6. Manalig Ka (Perez)
7. Manatili Ka (Francisco)
8. O Diyos, Iniibig Kita (Rodrigo, Hontiveros)
9. O Hesus, Hilumin Mo (Francisco)
10. Pagbabalik (Alcaraz, Francisco)
11. Pananalanging Maging Bukas-Palad (Rodrigo, Ramirez)
12. Panginoon, Aking Tanglaw (Ramirez)
13. Sa ‘Yo Lamang (Borres, Gan, Francisco)
14. Sa ‘Yong Piling (Castro, Villaroman)
15. Sino Kayo? (Javellana, Que)
16. Tungo Sa’Yo (Francia, Reyes, Tirol)
17. Empty Space (Go, Francisco)
18. I Am the Bread of Life (Toolan)
19. I Love the Lord (Aquino)
20.I Seek You for I Thirst (Valdellon)
21. In Him Alone (Francisco)
22.On Eagle’s Wings (Joncas)
23.Your Heart Today (Francisco)
24.Here I Am, Lord
25. In your Own Time (Tirol)
Recessional:
1. Kinsa?
2. Ang Atong Tulubagon
3. Diocesan Shared Vision
4. Humayo’t Ihayag
5. Magpasalamat sa Kanya
6. I Will Sing Forever
7. All My Days
Have a blessed weekend everyone 😊
