12th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A - June 25, 2023

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The readings for the 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A are a call to trust in God. Although our circumstances can be unsettling or frightening, God is always caring for us. The first reading Jeremiah trusts in the Lord even though he is being plotted against. The psalm expresses hope that God will hear our prayers in times of distress. The second reading reminds us that Jesus rescued us even though we are sinners. And in the gospel, Jesus tells us “Fear no one” and that we are loved and cared for by God.

• Perseverance in the face of opposition: The first reading from Jeremiah portrays the challenges and opposition that the prophet faced in fulfilling his calling. Despite the persecution, Jeremiah remained steadfast in his faith and trust in God. This theme encourages believers to persevere in their faith, even when confronted with adversity or opposition.

• Trust in God’s faithfulness: Jeremiah exemplifies unwavering trust in God’s faithfulness and protection, recognizing God as a “dread warrior.” This emphasizes reliance on God’s strength during difficulties. The Gospel stresses trust in God’s providential care, assuring disciples of His awareness and urging trust in His guidance, care, and protection.

• Redemption and salvation: The second reading for the 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A delves into the concept of redemption and salvation. It discusses how sin entered the world through Adam, leading to death and separation from God. However, through the gift of Jesus Christ, redemption is offered, and believers can be reconciled with God. This theme emphasizes the transformative power of Christ’s sacrifice and the opportunity for new life and salvation.

• Fear and courage: The Gospel reading from Matthew addresses fear and courage in the context of proclaiming the message of Christ. Jesus reassures His disciples not to fear those who oppose them but to trust in God’s providence and protection. This theme encourages believers to overcome fear and rely on the courage that comes from faith in God.

• God’s care for individuals: The Gospel reading further emphasizes the value that God places on each individual. Jesus affirms that God’s care extends even to the smallest details of His creation. This theme reminds believers of their worth in God’s eyes and reassures them of His intimate knowledge and care for them.

 
Entrance:
1.     Diha sa Halaran
2.     Awit mga Binuhat
3.     Purihin ang Panginoon (Isidro, Ramirez)
4.     Sa Dios Lamang Mapapanatag (Isidro, Que)
5.     Praise God (Dufford, Foley)
6.     Come with Praise (Schutte), prioritize stanza 3
 
Reading 1                                   Jer 20:10-13
Jeremiah said:
"I hear the whisperings of many:
'Terror on every side!
Denounce! let us denounce him!'
All those who were my friends
are on the watch for any misstep of mine.
'Perhaps he will be trapped; then we can prevail,
and take our vengeance on him.'
But the LORD is with me, like a mighty champion:
my persecutors will stumble, they will not triumph.
In their failure they will be put to utter shame,
to lasting, unforgettable confusion.
O LORD of hosts, you who test the just,
who probe mind and heart,
let me witness the vengeance you take on them,
for to you I have entrusted my cause.
Sing to the LORD,
praise the LORD,
for he has rescued the life of the poor
from the power of the wicked!"
 
Responsorial Psalm                    Ps 69:8-10, 14, 17, 33-35
R. (14c) Lord, in your great love, answer me.
For your sake I bear insult,
and shame covers my face.
I have become an outcast to my brothers,
a stranger to my mother's children,
Because zeal for your house consumes me,
and the insults of those who blaspheme you fall upon me.
R. Lord, in your great love, answer me.
I pray to you, O LORD,
for the time of your favor, O God!
In your great kindness answer me
with your constant help.
Answer me, O LORD, for bounteous is your kindness;
in your great mercy turn toward me.
R. Lord, in your great love, answer me.
"See, you lowly ones, and be glad;
you who seek God, may your hearts revive!
For the LORD hears the poor,
and his own who are in bonds he spurns not.
Let the heavens and the earth praise him,
the seas and whatever moves in them!''
R. Lord, in your great love, answer me.
 
Reading 2                                   Rom 5:12-15
Brothers and sisters:
Through one man sin entered the world,
and through sin, death,
and thus death came to all men, inasmuch as all sinned—
for up to the time of the law, sin was in the world,
though sin is not accounted when there is no law.
But death reigned from Adam to Moses,
even over those who did not sin
after the pattern of the trespass of Adam,
who is the type of the one who was to come.
 
But the gift is not like the transgression.
For if by the transgression of the one the many died,
how much more did the grace of God
and the gracious gift of the one man Jesus Christ
overflow for the many.
 
Alleluia                             Jn 15:26b, 27a
R. Alleluia, alleluia.
The Spirit of truth will testify to me, says the Lord;
and you also will testify.
R. Alleluia, alleluia.
 
Gospel                             Mt 10:26-33
Jesus said to the Twelve:
"Fear no one.
Nothing is concealed that will not be revealed,
nor secret that will not be known.
What I say to you in the darkness, speak in the light;
what you hear whispered, proclaim on the housetops.

And do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul;
rather, be afraid of the one who can destroy
both soul and body in Gehenna.
Are not two sparrows sold for a small coin?
Yet not one of them falls to the ground without your Father's knowledge.
Even all the hairs of your head are counted.
So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.
Everyone who acknowledges me before others
I will acknowledge before my heavenly Father.
But whoever denies me before others,
I will deny before my heavenly Father."
 
Offertory:
1.     Daygon Ikaw Ginoong Dios
2.     Gasa Sa Gugma
3.     Nagahalad Kami
4.     Pag-aalay (Francisco)
5.     Unang Alay (Magnaye)
6.     Panalangin sa Pagiging Bukas Palad
7.     Earthen Vessels (Foley) Stanza 2 ang priority.
8.     We Remember (Haugen) Stanza 2 ang priority.
 
Communion:
1.      Kalig-on sa Pagtoo (Koro Viannista)
2.     Kinabuhi Mo, Kinabuhi Ko
3.     Ako ang Kahayag
4.     Awit ng Paghilom (Aquino)
5.     Ang Pagkalinga ng Dios (Ding Honrada) you can download the piece here: https://www.scribd.com/document/492150645/Ang-Pagkalinga-ng-Diyos#
6.     Huwag kang Mangamba
7.     Manatili Ka (Francisco)
8.     I Seek You for I Thirst (Valdellon)
9.     In Him Alone (Francisco)
10.   Your Heart Today (Francisco)
 
Recessional:
1.     Kinsa?
2.     Ang Atong Tulubagon
3.     Humayo’t Ihayag (Francisco, Catalan, Go)
4.     Sinong Makapaghihiwalay (Anunciata)
5.     How Good It is To Give Thanks (Hangad)
6.     Thank You (Hangad)
7.     I Will Sing Forever (Francisco)

11th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A - June 18, 2023

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The readings for 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A call us to look for how God is working in our lives. In the first reading the Israelites are reminded that God led them out of Egypt. The psalm tells us that God cares for us. In the second reading, Paul tells us that God proves His love for us because Christ died for us. In the gospel, we hear how Jesus cared for the people and sent his disciples to do the same.

• God’s love and compassion for humanity: The readings for the 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A emphasize God’s love for His people and His desire to save them from sin and death. God’s love is demonstrated through His mercy and grace towards His people, and through His sending of Jesus Christ to die for our sins.

• The importance of obedience to God’s commands and covenant: The first reading from Exodus emphasizes the importance of obeying God’s commands and covenant to receive His blessings and remain in a right relationship with Him. The Israelites are reminded of their covenant with God and encouraged to follow His laws to remain in His favor.

• The role of Jesus Christ as the savior of humanity: The second reading for the 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A from Romans describes how Jesus’ death and resurrection has made it possible for humanity to be reconciled with God and receive the gift of eternal life. Through faith in Jesus Christ, we can be saved from the power of sin and death.

• The value of serving others with love and generosity: In the gospel for the 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A from Matthew, Jesus sends out His disciples to serve others and proclaim the good news of the kingdom of heaven. The disciples are instructed to freely give what they have received, encouraging them to serve others with love and generosity.

• The importance of proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of heaven: The passage from Matthew emphasizes the importance of proclaiming the good news of the kingdom of heaven. Jesus sends out His disciples to share the message of salvation and reconciliation with others, calling them to repentance and faith in God.

Entrance:
1.      Kon Magkatigum Ta
2.      Awit sa Himaya
3.      Sa Hapag ng Panginoon (Morano and Francisco)
4.      Purihin ang Panginoon
5.      Praise God (Dufford and Foley)
6.      Praise the Lord, My Soul (Foley)
 
Reading 1                        Ex 19:2-6a
In those days, the Israelites came to the desert of Sinai and pitched camp.
While Israel was encamped here in front of the mountain,
Moses went up the mountain to God.
Then the LORD called to him and said,
“Thus, shall you say to the house of Jacob.
tell the Israelites:
You have seen for yourselves how I treated the Egyptians.
and how I bore you up on eagle wings.
and brought you here to myself.
Therefore, if you hearken to my voice and keep my covenant,
you shall be my special possession,
dearer to me than all other people,
though all the earth is mine.
You shall be to me a kingdom of priests, a holy nation.”
 
Responsorial Psalm                    Ps 100:1-2, 3, 5
R. (3c) We are his people: the sheep of his flock.
Sing joyfully to the LORD, all you lands;
    serve the LORD with gladness;
    come before him with joyful song.
R. We are his people: the sheep of his flock.
Know that the LORD is God;
    he made us, his we are;
    his people, the flock he tends.
R. We are his people: the sheep of his flock.
The LORD is good:
    his kindness endures forever,
    and his faithfulness to all generations.
R. We are his people: the sheep of his flock.
 
Reading 2                                   Romans 5:6-11
Brothers and sisters:
Christ, while we were still helpless,
yet died at the appointed time for the ungodly.
Indeed, only with difficulty does one die for a just person,
though perhaps for a good person
one might even find courage to die.
But God proves his love for us
in that while we were still sinners Christ died for us.
How much more then, since we are now justified by his blood,
will we be saved through him from the wrath.
Indeed, if, while we were enemies,
we were reconciled to God through the death of his Son,
how much more, once reconciled,
will we be saved by his life.
Not only that,
but we also boast of God through our Lord Jesus Christ,
through whom we have now received reconciliation.
 
Alleluia                             Mark 1:15
R.    Alleluia, alleluia.
The kingdom of God is at hand.
Repent and believe in the Gospel.
R.   Alleluia, alleluia.
 
 
Gospel                             Matthew 9:36—10:8
At the sight of the crowds, Jesus’ heart was moved with pity for them
because they were troubled and abandoned,
like sheep without a shepherd.
Then he said to his disciples,
“The harvest is abundant but the laborers are few;
so ask the master of the harvest
to send out laborers for his harvest.”
 
Then he summoned his twelve disciples
and gave them authority over unclean spirits
to drive them out and to cure every disease and every illness.
The names of the twelve apostles are these:
first, Simon called Peter, and his brother Andrew;
James, the son of Zebedee, and his brother John;
Philip and Bartholomew, Thomas and Matthew the tax collector;
James, the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddeus;
Simon from Cana, and Judas Iscariot who betrayed him.
 

Jesus sent out these twelve after instructing them thus,
“Do not go into pagan territory or enter a Samaritan town.
Go rather to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.
As you go, make this proclamation: ‘The kingdom of heaven is at hand.’
Cure the sick, raise the dead, cleanse lepers, drive out demons.
Without cost you have received; without cost you are to give.”
 
Offertory:
1.      Diyutay lang Kini
2.      Paghalad ug Pagpasalamat
3.      Unang Alay (Magnaye)
4.      Pag-aalay (Francisco)
5.      Christify (Francisco and Reyes)
6.      One Bread, One Body (Foley)
 
Communion:
1.      Ang Tawag
2.      Ang Kinabuhing Mahinungdanon
3.      Tinapay ng Buhay
4.      Ama kong Mahal
5.      Anima Christi
6.      Now we Remain (Haas)
 
Recessional:
1.      Hagit sa Ebanghelyo
2.      Kay Kita usa ra
3.      Tanda ng Kaharian
4.      Magpasalamat sa Kanya (Morano and Agatep)
5.      I am the Bread of Life
6.     The Harvest of Justice