6th Sunday of Easter - Year C - May 25, 2025

 
The 6th Sunday of Easter Year C brings us closer to the heart of the early Church’s journey. It invites us to reflect on key themes from the Mass readings and consider how they apply to our lives.

• Unity in Faith: The first reading shows the early Church dealing with disagreements. It reminds us that unity in faith requires listening and compromise.

• Guidance of the Holy Spirit: The Holy Spirit helps guide the decisions of the apostles in Acts 15:28. We see how the Holy Spirit still guides the Church today.

• New Jerusalem: The second reading describes the vision of the New Jerusalem. It represents the hope and promise of a future with God.

• God’s Presence: In Revelation 21:22-23, we learn there is no need for a temple because God’s presence is everywhere. This shows us that God is always with us.

• Obedience to Jesus: The Gospel speaks about keeping Jesus’ word as a sign of love. Obeying Jesus’ teachings brings us closer to Him.

• Gift of Peace: Jesus promises peace in John 14:27. This peace is different from what the world offers and calms our hearts.

These themes highlight important lessons for our faith journey. The 6th Sunday of Easter Year C encourages us to seek unity, listen to the Holy Spirit, and embrace the peace Jesus gives us. (https://young-catholics.com/3557/6th-sunday-of-easter-year-c/ )
 
Entrance:
1.     Diha sa Halaran
2.     Diosnong Magtutudlo
3.     Mao Kini ang Panaghigugmaay
4.     Kon Magkatigum Ta
5.     Magsiawit sa Panginoon (Isidro & Que)
6.     Isang Pananampalataya (Santos & Hontiveros)
7.     Halina na’t Lumapit (Santos, Hontiveros)
8.     Blest be the Lord (Schutte)
9.     City of God (Schutte)
10.  Come With Me Into the Fields (Schutte)
11.  Glory and Praise to Our God (Schutte)
12.  Play before the Lord (Dufford).
13.  Sing a new song (Schutte).
 
Readings:

• First Reading – Acts 15:1-2, 22-29: The apostles decided not to burden Gentile believers with circumcision but asked them to avoid certain practices. They sent a letter with representatives to confirm this decision.

• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 67: May God bless us and guide the nations, so all peoples praise Him with joy and respect His ways.

• Second Reading – Revelation 21:10-14, 22-23: The angel showed me Jerusalem, shining with God’s glory. It had twelve gates and foundations named after the tribes of Israel and apostles. God and the Lamb are its temple and light.

• Gospel – John 14:23-29: Jesus promises the Holy Spirit will teach and remind us of His words. He leaves His peace and tells us not to be afraid, preparing us for His return to the Father.

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Offertory:
1.      Gasa sa Gugma
2.      Diyutay lang Kini
3.      Pagdaygon ka Dios
4.      Ang Tanging Alay Ko “’Sa ‘Yo aking Ama” connects to 2R.
5.      Isang Pagkain, Isang Katawan, Isang Bayan (San Pedro)
6.      Paghahandog ng Sarili (Ofrasio-Hontiveros or Arboleda-Francisco)
7.      Blessed Be God
8.      Prayer for Generosity (Arboleda)
 
Communion:
1.      Misyon sa Tawo
2.      Ang Ginoo akong Magbalantay,
3.      Kini Maong akong Lawas
4.      Tungo Sa’yo (Hangad),
5.      Ang Mabuting Pastol (Hontiveros)
6.      Ang Panginoon ay aking Pastol (Isidro & Ramirez)
7.      Pagsibol (Aquino)
8.      Tubig ng Buhay (Valdellon)
9.      Ama Kong Mahal (Aquino)
10.  Pag-ibig Mo, Ama (Macalinao, Hontiveros)
11.  Sa Diyos Lamang Mapapanatag (Isidro & Que)
12.  Panginoon ng Pag-ibig at Pag-asa. Emphasize Aleluya at finale.
13.  So the Love of God (Schutte)
14.  Shelter Me, O God
15.  Like a Shepherd (Dufford). Prioritize Stanzas 2 & 3
16.  Pastorale (Francisco)
17.  Valleys of Green (Schutte)
18.  Empty Space (Go, Francisco)
19.  For You Are My God (Foley)
20.  God of Silence (Francisco)
21.  Here I Am, Lord (Schutte)
 
Recessional:
1.      Pagbanwag
2.      Ang Tawag
3.      Ang atong Tulubagon
4.      Humayo’t Ihayag (Francisco, Catalan & Go).
5.      Ito ang Bagong Araw (Isidro, Ramirez)
6.      Pananagutan
7.      Before the Sun burned bright (Schutte).
8.      All My Days (Schutte)
9.      Pilgrim’s Theme (Go & Francisco
10.  Save us, O Lord. Lenten, pero "O Shepherd of Israel"

5th Sunday of Easter - Year C - May 18, 2025

 The 5th Sunday of Easter Year C focuses on the growth of the early Church and Jesus’ command to love one another. These readings highlight the importance of faith, community, and the promise of a new heaven and earth.

• Spreading the Gospel: Acts 14:21-27 shows Paul and Barnabas spreading the good news. This theme emphasizes the importance of sharing our faith with others.
• Endurance in Faith: Paul and Barnabas encourage believers to remain true to the faith despite hardships. This reminds us to stay strong in our faith through difficulties.
• New Creation: Revelation 21:1-5A speaks of a new heaven and a new earth. This theme assures us of God’s promise to make all things new.
• God’s Presence: In Revelation, God dwells with His people. This theme highlights the closeness of God and His presence in our lives.
• Love One Another: John 13:34-35 emphasizes Jesus’ command to love one another. This theme is central to Christian life and shows how we should treat others.
• Glorifying God: Jesus speaks of being glorified in John 13:31-33A. This theme teaches us to honor God in all we do.
• Community Support: The early Church supported each other as seen in Acts. This theme reminds us to help and support one another in our faith journeys.

These themes for the 5th Sunday of Easter Year C encourage us to live out our faith in practical ways. They remind us of the importance of love, community, and the hope we have in God’s promises.

Entrance:
1.      Diha sa Halaran
2.      Saulogon ta Karon
3.      Kon Magkatigum Ta
4.      Pag-inambitay
5.      Huni sa Kinabuhi
6.      Pag-alaala (Francisco)
7.      Awit ng Pasasalamat
8.      Isang Pananampalataya (Santos, Hontiveros) .
9.      Sing a new song (Schutte).
10.  Praise God (Dufford, Foley)
11.  Praise the Lord, My Soul (Foley)
12.  City of God (Schutte)
13.  Come with Praise (Schutte)

Readings:

• First Reading – Acts 14:21-27: Paul and Barnabas revisited cities, encouraging disciples and explaining hardships in God’s kingdom. They appointed church leaders, entrusted them to the Lord, and shared their mission success in Antioch, emphasizing God’s outreach to non-Jews.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 145:  I will praise your name for ever, my king and my God.
• The Lord’s compassion and mercy extend to all, slow to anger and full of love. His works praise Him, and His followers speak of His eternal kingdom and majestic power.
• Second Reading – Revelation 21:1-5A: John describes a new heaven and earth, with the old gone. He sees a splendid New Jerusalem and hears God proclaim His eternal dwelling with people, erasing all pain and making everything new.
• Gospel – John 13:31-33A, 34-35: Jesus spoke of his imminent glorification, intertwining his honor with God’s. He shared a new commandment with his disciples: to love one another as he loved them. This mutual love among his followers would be the defining mark of their discipleship. 
  
  
  

Offertory:
1.      Gasa sa Gugma
2.      Nagahalad Kami
3.      Diyutay lang Kini
4.      Dios Nia Ko
5.      Narito Ako (San Andres)
6.      Narito Ako, Panginoon (Que)
7.      Sumasamo Kami (Judan)
8.      Unang Alay (Magnaye)
9.      Blessed be God
10.  Prayer for Generosity (Arboleda)
11.  Prayer of Rupert Mayer (Francisco)
 
Communion:
1.      Gugma’g Paglaum
2.     Kini Maong Akong Lawas
3.      Kalig-on sa Pagtoo,
4.      Ang Kinabuhi sa Tawo
5.      Kaibigan, Kapanalig (Ofrasio, Hontiveros)
6.      Dakilang Pag-ibig (Pangilinan, Hontiveros)
7.      Diyos ay Pag-ibig
8.      Manalig Ka (Perez)
9.      Pagkakaibigan (Cenzon, Abad-Santos)
10.  Pagsibol (Aquino)
11.  Awit ng Pag-asam (Dublin-Tolentino)
12.  God of Love (Schutte)
13.  In My Heart (Francisco)
14.  One More Gift (Francisco)
15.  To Be Your Bread (Haas)
16.  The Lord’s Steadfast Love (Tolentino-Francia)
 
Recessional:
1.      Ang Tawag
2.      Pagbanwag
3.      Ang Atong Tulubagon
4.      Any Marian Song will do
5.      Pananagutan
6.      Humayo’t Ihayag
7.      All My Days (Schutte, Murray)
8.      I am the Bread of Life (Toolan) ang priority ay stanzas 3 and 4.
9.      Let There Be Peace on Earth (Miller, Jackson)