For the nth time, we are very
sorry for not doing any updates last week here. We are so busy doing our part
time jobs and school activities, hope you understand our situation dear brothers
and sisters.
The readings for the 33rd Sunday
in Ordinary Time Year A are a call to do the work of the Kingdom of God with
the gifts we have been given. The first reading sings the praises of the worthy
wife who uses her talents to labor for good. The psalm tells us that those who
follow the Lord are blessed. The second reading reminds us that we are children
of light and goodness. And in the gospel Jesus tells the parable of the talents
and praises the servants who used their resources wisely.
Themes:- Stewardship: The passage emphasizes the
importance of wisely managing resources or gifts given by God.
- Accountability: Each servant in the
parable is held accountable for how they use their talents, highlighting
the theme of personal responsibility.
- Risk and Growth: The servants who invest
their talents are taking a risk, suggesting that spiritual growth often
involves stepping out of one’s comfort zone.
- Work Ethic: The servants who double their
talents work hard, suggesting the value of effort and diligence in
spiritual life.
- Divine Judgment: The passage suggests
that there will be a time of reckoning where each individual will be
judged based on their actions.
- Inequality: The talents are distributed
unevenly at the start, which may prompt considerations about the spiritual
implications of inequality.
Entrance:
1. Lungsod
nga Balaan, in preparation for the Kristori
2. Diosnong
Magtutudlo
3. Pagmamahal
sa Panginoon (Hontiveros)
4. Buksan
ang Aming Puso (Tinio, Hontiveros) Stanzas 2 and 3 ang priority. People should
get rid of the idea that this song is exclusively for Lent. Siguro dahil sa ang
message ng song is about reforming ourselves expressed through changing the
work of our hands, minds and hearts for the better, tapos naman ang message ng
Lent is repentance and reform for the better, nag-stick. But really kahit hindi
Lent maaari itong kantahin, for as long as the readings are about reform for
the better, or more particularly, acknowledging the need for reform.
5. All
My Days (Schutte, Murray) “Till the end of my days”
6. The
Lord is My Light Foley (Foley) Swak sa 2R.
Readings:- First Reading – Proverbs
31:10-13, 19-20, 30-31: A good wife is invaluable, trusted by her
husband and doing good all her life. She’s hardworking and charitable,
deserving of praise especially for her fear of the LORD.
- Responsorial Psalm – Psalm
128: Blessed are those who fear the Lord.
Those who fear
the LORD and walk in His ways are blessed. They enjoy fruitful labor, a
prosperous family, and lifelong blessings from God.- Second Reading – 1
Thessalonians 5:1-6: The day of the Lord will arrive unexpectedly.
While others may be caught off guard, believers are children of light and
should stay alert and sober.
- Gospel – Matthew
25:14-30: A man going on a journey entrusts his servants with
different amounts of money. Two servants invest and double their money,
receiving praise and more responsibility from their master upon his
return. The third servant hides his money and is chastised for his
inaction, losing even what he had.
Offertory:
1. Halad
sa Sinalikway
2. O
Dios Dawata, (Koro Viannista)
3. Diyutay
Lang Kini (Koro Viannista)
4. Unang
Alay (Magnaye) “Lahat ng lakas” is reminiscent of talent.
5. Narito
Ako, Panginoon (Que) Stanza 2 ang priority. “Ng aking talino... ipagkaloob
ninyong gamitin ko”
6. Prayer
for Generosity (Arboleda)
Communion:
1. Huni
sa Usa ka Alagad, swak sa Gospel
2. Way
Sukod ang Pagmahal (Koro Viannista)
3. Kini
Maong Akong Lawas
4. Pagkabighani
(Alejo, Francisco)
5. Likhain
Mong Muli (Alejo, Francisco) Stanza 3 ang priority.
6. Pagkakaibigan
(Cenzon, Abad-Santos) Stanzas 1 and 3 ang priority.
7. One
Thing I Ask (Tirol)
8. So
the Love of God (Schutte) swak sa 2R.:
Recessional:
1. Ang
Tawag sa Panahon
2. Pag-inambitay
3. Ang
Atong Tulubagon
4. Sa Langit
ay Higit ang Ganda sa Ganda (Perez, Ramirez)
5. Maliban
na Mahulog sa Lupa
6. What
You Hear in the Dark (Schutte)
We are
very sorry for not consistently posting here as we are busy also with our
academics and personal life at medyo kapos din sa budget because of our thesis.
We will always do our best to post sometimes here.
Themes
for the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A
The
readings for the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A are a call to humility and
holiness. The first reading demands that we listen to God and love one another.
The psalm reminds us to find our peace and rest in God. The second reading
tells us that we work to proclaim the Good News. And in the gospel, Jesus calls
out those who lay heavy laws on others but do not practice what they preach.
- Practice vs. Preach: Jesus criticizes the
religious leaders for not practicing what they preach. This theme
highlights the importance of congruency between one’s words and actions in
religious life.
- Heavy Burdens: The religious
authorities are blamed for laying heavy burdens on others while not
lifting a finger themselves. This theme centers on the unjust imposition
of religious obligations without personal commitment.
- Humility over Titles: Jesus advises against
using honorific titles like “Rabbi” and emphasizes the value of humility.
This theme promotes a down-to-earth approach over seeking social or
religious status.
Entrance:
1. Mao Kini ang Panaghigugmaay, sibo sa 2nd
Reading
2. Diosnong
Magtutudlo, tukma sa Gospel
3. Sa Piging ng Panginoon,
prioritize stanza 3 (Tabuena, Hontiveros)
4. Pagbabasbas ,(Javellana, Arboleda,
Francisco) “abang tahanan” is reflective acknowledgement of humility.
5. Come With Praise (Schutte)
6. Magnificat (Haas). Stanzas 2 and 3 ang
priority.
Readings:- First Reading – Malachi
1:14B-2:2B, 8-10: I am a great King and demand respect. Priests, if
you don’t honor my name, I’ll curse you. You’ve strayed and made others
falter, breaking the covenant. Remember, we all have one God.
- Responsorial Psalm – Psalm
131: My heart isn’t proud, Lord. I don’t aim for things beyond me.
Instead, I’m at peace, quiet like a child with its mother. Israel, put
your hope in the Lord.
- Second Reading – 1
Thessalonians 2:7b-9, 13: We were kind to you, like a mother to her
children. We shared not just the gospel, but ourselves. You know we worked
hard to not be a burden. We’re thankful you received God’s word, not just
human words.
- Gospel – Matthew
23:1-12: Jesus tells the crowd and his disciples to follow the
teachings of the scribes and Pharisees but not their actions. He
criticizes them for being showy and not genuinely helping others. He
advises against using titles like “Rabbi” and “Master,” emphasizing
humility and service instead.
Offertory:
1. O Dios
Dawata, (Koro Viannista)
2. Mugna sa
Dios, (Koro Viannista)
3. Dios Nia
Ko, swak sa gospel
4. Ang Tanging Alay Ko, Stanza 2 ang priority.
5.
Paghahandog ng Sarili, (Arboleda, Francisco)
6. Earthen Vessels (Foley) Stanza 2 ang
priority.
7. Christify
Communion:
1. Kini Maong Akong Lawas, (Koro Viannista)
2. Natawag Ko Na Ikaw
3. Ang Kinabuhing Mahinungdanon
4. Hesus na
Aking Kapatid (Hontiveros)
5.
Pag-alabin Aming Puso (Francisco)
6. Saan
Kami Tutungo (Macalinao, Hontiveros)
7. Be Not Afraid (Dufford) Stanza 3 ang
priority.
8. Come To Me (Francisco) swak sa RP
9. Say The Word
Recessional:
1. Pag-inambitay
2. Pagmantala
3. Ang Atong Tulubagon
4. Mapapalad (Ramirez)
5. Happy are the Ones (Schutte)
