Ascencion Sunday - Year B - May 12, 2024

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The readings for the The Ascension of the Lord for Year B encourage us to being open to the Holy Spirit and willing to spread the Good News. The first reading tells of Jesus' ascent into heaven and his promise to send the Holy Spirit. The second reading asks for the Holy Spirit to come to us so we can declare the kingship of Jesus Christ. And in the gospel, Jesus gives us the Great Commission, to go and spread the gospel.

The readings for the Feast of the Ascension Year B cover key aspects of Christian faith and mission. Here are some themes from these readings:

• Awaiting the Holy Spirit: Jesus instructs His apostles to wait for the Holy Spirit. This shows the importance of patience and reliance on God's timing for empowerment.
• Unity and maturity in faith: Paul speaks about living in humility and maintaining peace. He highlights the role of diverse spiritual gifts in strengthening the community's faith and unity.
• Mission of evangelization: Jesus commands His disciples to preach the gospel globally. This illustrates the universal call to evangelize and spread the message of salvation.
• Signs of faith: The Gospel mentions miraculous signs that will accompany believers. This underscores the power of faith and God's active presence in the work of evangelization.
• Jesus' ascension: Jesus' ascension into heaven is central to all the readings. It signifies His divine authority and the fulfillment of His earthly mission.

These themes for the Feast of the Ascension Year B reflect the journey and responsibilities of Christians in their faith and interactions with the world.

Entrance:
1.      Diha sa Halaran
2.      Awit sa Himaya
3.      Mag-ambahan Kita
4.      Magsiawit sa Panginoon (Isidro and Que)
5.      Bayan, Umawit (Borres, Baltazar, and Francisco)
6.      Purihin ang Panginoon (Isidro and Ramirez)
7.      Sing a new song (Schutte). Don’t forget to replace “Yahweh’s people” to “O God’s people.”
8.      Sing to the Mountains (Dufford)
9.      Play before the Lord (Dufford) Stanza 2 ang priority.
10.  Lover of us all (Schutte)
 

Readings:

• First Reading - Acts 1:1-11: Jesus, after His resurrection, instructed the apostles to await the Holy Spirit in Jerusalem, promising them power to witness globally. He then ascended into heaven, affirming His eventual return.
• Responsorial Psalm - Psalm 47: God mounts his throne to shouts of joy: a blare of trumpets for the Lord. Clap and shout joyfully for God, the supreme ruler, as He ascends His throne amid cheers and trumpets. He reigns over all nations and sits on His sacred throne.

• Second Reading - Ephesians 1:17-23: Paul prays for believers to receive wisdom and revelation to know God fully, understanding their hope, inheritance, and the immense power granted to them, the same power that raised Christ.
• Alternate Second Reading for Year B - Ephesians 4:1-13: Paul urges believers to live humbly and gently, preserving unity and peace. Christ, who descended and ascended, bestowed gifts, appointing some as church leaders to mature and unify the faithful.
• Gospel - Mark 16:15-20: Jesus commanded His disciples to spread the gospel to the world, promising salvation to believers baptized and condemnation to non-believers. He assured that miraculous signs would follow believers, including exorcising demons, speaking new languages, and healing the sick. After these instructions, Jesus ascended to heaven. The disciples faithfully preached everywhere, with Jesus confirming their words through signs.

Offertory:
1.      Dios Nia Ko
2.      O Dios Dawata
3.      Diyutay Lang Kini
4.      Daygon Ikaw Ginoong Dios
5.      Narito Ako (San Andres)
6.      Narito Ako, Panginoon (Que)
7.      Unang Alay (Magnaye)
8.      Dwelling Place (Foley)
9.      How shall I sing to God (Haas)
10.  One Bread, One Body (Foley)
11.  Prayer for Generosity (Arboleda) “That I do Your most holy will”
 
Communion:
1.      O Dios Ikaw Haduol
2.      Mao Kining Akong Lawas
3.      Way Sukod ang Pagmahal
4.      Kaibigan, kapanalig (Ofrasio & Hontiveros)
5.      Pagsibol (Aquino)
6.      Kaibigan “’Di ka nag-iisa, kasama mo ako”
7.      Pagkakaibigan (Cenzon & Abad-Santos)
8.      Huwag kang Mangamba (Pagsanghan & Francisco)
9.      Tubig ng Buhay (Valdellon)
10.  Far Greater Love (Go & Francisco)
11.  Here in this Place (Haas)
12.  I am the Bread of Life (Toolan)
13.  Here I am Lord (Schutte)
 
Recessional:
1.      Kinsa?
2.      Ang atong Tulubagon
3.      Humayo’t Ihayag
4.      O Bayan ng Dios (Aquino)
5.      All my days (Schutte & Murray)
6.      I will sing forever (Francisco)

 

 

 

6th Sunday of Easter - Year B - May 5, 2024

 
Sana naman kung mag-request kayo ng update hindi iyong parang entitled kayong utusan kami na para bang binayaran ninyo kami na gawin ito. Nakaka-offend po. Sana matuto po tayong lumugar at rumespeto. Hindi po lahat ng panahon ay nagagawa namin ito dahil sa may mga bagay na inuuna kami kasi mas priority iyon.
 
For the 6th Sunday of Easter Year B, the readings offer rich insights into love, inclusion, and divine friendship. Each theme is closely connected with how believers are called to live and interact in light of God's love.

• God's impartial love: God shows no partiality among people; His love is for all, as shown when the Holy Spirit fills everyone listening to Peter, regardless of being Jew or Gentile. This teaches us that God’s love transcends human boundaries, inviting all into His divine family.

• Power of divine love: The second reading tells us that God is the essence of love itself, and loving others is how we truly know God. This emphasizes that love is not just a human emotion but a reflection of the divine presence within us.

• Commandment of love: Jesus commands His disciples to love one another as He has loved them. This directive is rooted in His own obedience and love for the Father, highlighting love as the fundamental principle of Christian life.

• Sacrifice as true love: Jesus speaks about the greatest love being shown when one lays down their life for their friends. This underlines the sacrificial nature of true love, exemplified by Jesus’ own life and death.

• Friendship with God: Elevating His followers from servants to friends, Jesus shares divine truths with them. This shift illustrates the deep, personal relationship God seeks with us, based on transparency and mutual love.

• Promise of answered prayers: Jesus assures that requests made in His name will be granted. This not only shows the power of prayer but also the confidence we can have in God’s responsiveness to our needs.

The readings for the 6th Sunday of Easter Year B illustrate various dimensions of love as the core of Christian identity. These themes each point back to the fundamental truth that God is love, and our lives should reflect this reality.
 
Entrance:
1.      Awitan ta ang Ginoo
2.      Awit sa Himaya
3.      Awit sa Pagdayeg
4.      Bag-ong Awit
5.      Awit mga Binuhat
6.      Mag-awit Kita
7.      Buklod ng Pag-ibig (Pangilinan, Hontiveros)
8.      Isang Pananampalataya (Santos & Hontiveros)
9.      Magsiawit sa Panginoon (Isidro & Que) "Magsiawit kayo sa Panginoon; ALELUYA!"
10.  Sumigaw sa Galak (Que)
11.  All the Ends of the Earth (Dufford)
12.  Sing a new song (Schutte). Don’t forget to replace “Yahweh’s people” to “O God’s people.” "Singing Alleluia..."
13.  Water of Life (Haas)
 
Readings:

• First Reading - Acts 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48: Peter realized God's impartiality and while he spoke, the Holy Spirit filled everyone present, Jew and Gentile alike. Peter baptized the Gentiles, affirming their reception of the Spirit.

• Responsorial Psalm - Psalm 98: The Lord has revealed to the nations his saving power.

Sing to the LORD for His marvelous deeds and victory. He has revealed His salvation and righteousness to all people, remembering His love and faithfulness to Israel.

• Second Reading - 1 John 4:7-1: Love originates from God, and those who love know Him, because God is love itself. God demonstrated His love by sending His Son as a sacrifice for our sins.

• Gospel - John 15:9-17: Jesus instructs His disciples about remaining in His love by obeying His commandments, similar to His adherence to the Father's. He desires their complete joy through this mutual love. Emphasizing the ultimate expression of love—sacrificing one’s life for friends—he elevates them from servants to friends, sharing divine truths. Jesus underscores His choice of them to bear lasting fruit and assures that their requests in His name will be granted by the Father. His central command: love one another.

 

Offertory:
1.      Mugna sa Dios
2.      Diyutay Lang Kini
3.      Nagahalad Kami
4.      O Dios Dawata
5.      Alay Kapwa (Tinio, Hontiveros)
6.      Isang Pagkain, Isang Katawan, Isang Bayan (San Pedro)
7.      Paghahandog ng Sarili
8.      One Bread, One Body (Foley)
 
Communion:
1.      Gugma’g Paglaum
2.      Kining Maong Akong Lawas
3.      Way Sukod Man ang Pagmahal
4.      Sa Iyong Pag-ibig (Dublin, Dacanay of Hangad)
5.      Di Matinag na Pag-ibig (Hangad)
6.      Tubig ng Buhay (Valdellon)
7.      Pagkakaibigan (Cenzon & Abad Santos)
8.      Dakilang Pag-ibig (Pangilinan, Hontiveros)
9.      Far Greater Love (Go, Francisco)
10.  God of Love (Schutte)
11.  On Eagle’s Wings (Joncas)
12.  So the Love of God (Schutte)
 
Recessional:
1.      Ang Tawag
2.      Ang Atong Tulubagon
3.      Humayo’t Ihayag
4.      Reyna ng Langit or any Marian Song
5.      Before the Sun burned bright (Schutte)
6.      I will sing forever (Francisco)