Ipagpaumanhin po ninyo at
natagalan ang ating update this week. Namatay po kasi ang aking ama last Monday
at sa Sabado pa ang libing. Nataon na namatay pa siya sa bisperas pa ng birthday ko which is January 23. Please include him (Jimmy Gangca) sa inyong mga prayers. Thank you po.
The readings for the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Year B (see below) invite us to recognize Jesus and grant him authority in our
lives. In the first reading, Moses foretells the coming of a mighty prophet.
The Gospel tells how the people were amazed by the way Jesus taught with
authority. The readings for the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B, encompass
several interwoven themes that are central to Christian theology and spiritual
life:
- Prophetic Authority and Divine Truth:
The first reading from Deuteronomy speaks of a prophet like Moses,
emphasizing the importance of heeding true prophetic voices that convey
God's will and truth. This theme of authoritative teaching is echoed in
the Gospel, where Jesus' teachings are contrasted with those of the
scribes.
- Divine Guidance and Obedience:
Psalm 95 calls for joyful praise and worship of God, recognizing Him as
our creator and guide. It emphasizes listening to God's voice and avoiding
the hard-heartedness of our ancestors, underscoring the importance of
obedience to divine guidance.
- Undistracted Devotion to God:
The second reading from 1 Corinthians discusses the states of married and
unmarried life, highlighting how the unmarried can focus more directly on
pleasing the Lord. This theme of undistracted devotion is relevant to
understanding different vocations and the ways they can lead to holiness.
- The Authority of Jesus: The Gospel reading vividly
demonstrates Jesus' divine authority, not just in teaching but also in his
power over unclean spirits. His authority impresses and amazes the people,
revealing him as a figure of divine power and wisdom.
- Recognition of Christ's Power: The reaction of the
congregation in the Gospel to Jesus' exorcism and teaching underlines the
theme of recognizing and responding to Christ's power and authority. This
response of amazement and the spread of Jesus' fame throughout Galilee are
central to understanding the impact of Jesus' ministry.
These themes for the 4th
Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B. collectively focus on the recognition and
acceptance of divine authority, the call to obedient and joyful worship, the
importance of discerning true prophetic voices, and the unique and powerful role
of Jesus Christ in salvation history. They offer rich material for reflection
on how Christians are called to respond to God’s word and authority in their
everyday lives.
Entrance:
1. Diha sa Halaran, swak sa Psalm “Dayga ang
Ginoo”
2. Daygon ta ang Ginoo, swak pa rin sa Psalm
“Dagyga ang Ginoo”
3. Awit ng
Pasasalamat (Hontiveros)
4.
Pag-aalaala (Francisco) Prioritize Stanza 2.
5. All I ask of you (Norbet)
6. Blest be the Lord (Schutte)
Readings:
· First Reading – Deuteronomy 18:15-20: Moses declares God's
promise to raise a prophet like him from among the people. This prophet,
carrying God's words, must be heeded, with consequences for false prophecy.
· Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 95: If today you hear his voice, harden
not your hearts.
Let us joyfully praise the
Lord, our salvation's rock. In worship, remember He is our creator and guide.
Heed His voice today, avoiding the hardness of heart shown by our ancestors.
· Second Reading – 1 Corinthians 7:32-35: The unmarried are
encouraged to focus solely on pleasing the Lord, free from worldly
distractions. Married individuals naturally divide attention between the Lord
and their spouse. This advice is for undistracted devotion.
· Gospel – Mark 1:21-28: In Capernaum's synagogue, Jesus'
authoritative teaching awed listeners, contrasting with the scribes. His
authority was further displayed when He commanded an unclean spirit to exit a
possessed man. The spirit's obedience, marked by convulsions and a loud cry,
left the congregation amazed. They marveled at Jesus' powerful teachings and
control over unclean spirits. This incident quickly elevated Jesus' reputation
throughout Galilee.
Offertory:
1. O Dios Dawata (Koro Viannista)
2. Diyutay lang Kini
3. Ang Tanging Alay Ko
4. Narito Ako (San Andres) Prioritize Stanza
2.
5. Narito Ako, Panginoon (Que)
6. Prayer for Generosity (Arboleda)
7. To Be Your Bread (Haas)
Communion:
1. Ang Kinabuhing Mahinungdanon
2. Ang Tawo niining Kalibutan
3. Kini maong Akong Lawas
4. Awit ng Paghilom (Aquino)
5. Kaibigan
6. Halina, Lumapit sa Akin (Isidro, Que) Best
choice.
7. Hesus ng Aking Buhay (Aquino)
8. Huwag Kang Mangamba (Pagsanghan,
Francisco)
9. Huwag Limutin (Aquino)
10. H’wag Mangamba (Francisco)
11. Far Greater Love (Go, Francisco)
12. God of Silence (Francisco)
13. Here I Am, Lord (Schutte)
Recessional:
1. Ang Atong Tulubagon
2. Kinsa?
3. Ang Tawag
4. Magpasalamat sa Kanya (Ramirez)
5. O Bayan ng Dios (Aquino)
6. My Heart’s Thanksgiving (Aquino)
We are now on the 3rd
Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B. Thank you pa rin sa mga nakasubaybay, nawa ay
nakatulong ito sa inyo.
The readings for the 3rd Sunday
in Ordinary Time Year B invite us to be transformed by the call of Jesus. In
the first reading, Jonah hears God’s call and sets off for Nineveh. The psalm
asks God to show us the path he desires for us. The second reading tells us
that the world as we know it is passing away. The Gospel recounts Jesus call
for repentance and the call of Simon Peter and Andrew.
- Call to Repentance and Conversion:
Both Jonah's message to Nineveh and Jesus' proclamation in the Gospel
emphasize the need for repentance. This theme invites the faithful to
reflect on their own lives and the need for ongoing conversion.
- Divine Mercy and Forgiveness:
The story of Nineveh's redemption highlights God's mercy and readiness to
forgive when people turn away from their wrongdoings and seek His
forgiveness.
- Guidance and Trust in God:
Psalm 25 speaks to seeking and trusting in God's guidance, emphasizing the
importance of humility and faith in God's paths and truths.
- The Urgency of the Gospel Call:
The immediacy with which the disciples respond to Jesus’ call in the
Gospel of Mark reflects the urgent nature of embracing the Gospel and
following Christ.
- Transience of Worldly Life:
In the second reading from 1 Corinthians, there is an emphasis on the
fleeting nature of earthly experiences and the importance of focusing on
eternal truths.
- Vocation and Discipleship:
The call of the first disciples illustrates the concept of vocation and
the transformative journey of following Jesus, changing one's life
direction to align with His mission.
- God’s Kingdom is at Hand:
Jesus’ proclamation that the kingdom of God is near invites reflection on
the presence and reality of God’s kingdom in our lives and world.
Entrance:
1. Kon Magkatigum
Ta
2. Pag-inambitay
3. Pag-aalaala
(Francisco) “pagliligtas niya sa atin”
4. Halina, Lumapit
sa Akin (Isidro, Que)
5. Sing
to the mountains (Dufford)
6. City
of God (Schutte)
Readings:- First Reading – Jonah
3:1-5, 10: Jonah, obeying God, warned Nineveh of impending
destruction. The city's inhabitants, from all ranks, sincerely repented,
leading God to spare Nineveh from the foretold disaster.
- Responsorial Psalm – Psalm
25: Teach me your ways, O Lord
I
seek the Lord's guidance in His truths and paths. Remembering His mercy and love, I ask for His teaching, as He leads the humble in justice and
righteousness.- Second Reading – 1
Corinthians 7:29-31: Live with the awareness that our earthly
experiences, whether in marriage, sorrow, joy, or material dealings, are
fleeting. The world's present form is passing, emphasizing a transient
existence.
- Gospel – Mark
1:14-20: After John's arrest, Jesus went to Galilee, preaching God's
imminent kingdom and urging repentance and belief in His message. By the
Sea of Galilee, He called Simon and Andrew, fishermen, to follow Him and
become 'fishers of men.' They promptly did. Next, Jesus summoned James and
John, who also instantly left their father and work to follow Him,
illustrating the compelling nature of Jesus' call and message.
Offertory:
1. O Dios, Dawata
(Koro Viannista)
2. Uban
ning Pan ug Bino (Cubillas)
3. Panalangin sa
Pagiging Bukas Palad (Arboleda, Francisco)
4. Pag-aalay ng
Puso (Nero, Que) “minsan lamang”
5. Prayer
for Generosity (Arboleda) “Teach me”
6. One
Bread, One Body (Foley)
Communion:
1. Kini
Maong Akong Lawas
2. Kalig-on
sa Pagtoo
3. Natawag
ko na Ikaw
4. Ang Tawo niining
kalibutan
5. O Hesus, Hilumin
Mo (Francisco)
6. Pananatili
(Miranda)
7. Huwag Mangamba
(Francisco)
8. Hiram sa Dios
(swak sa 2R)
9. Panunumpa
(Gonzales). This is not a song exclusively for weddings. This could be for holy
orders, basta when the apostles are involved.
10. God of Silence
(Francisco)
11. Lead Me Lord (De
Pano)
12. Teach My Heart
13. Here I am Lord
(Schutte)
Recessional:
1. Ang
Atong Tulubagon
2. Kinsa?
3. Humayo’t
Ihayag (Francisco-Catalan-Go)
4. Magpasalamat
kayo sa Panginoon (Ramirez) Prioritize Stanza 2.
5. Life
Forevermore (Ellerton, Francisco)
6. I
Will Sing forever (Francisco) “A song of forgiveness” is so 1R.
7. Pilgrim’s
Theme (Go, Francisco)
