20th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year B - August 18, 2024

 Pasensya na po at nahuli. Naubusan lang ng load.

On the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B, the readings call us to live with wisdom and understanding. They encourage us to seek true nourishment from Jesus, the Bread of Life, and live in a way that pleases God.

• Invitation to Wisdom: The first reading from Proverbs invites us to leave behind foolishness and choose the way of understanding. Wisdom offers us true life and fulfillment.
• Living Wisely: Ephesians reminds us to live with wisdom, understanding God’s will for our lives. It urges us to be careful in how we live, making the most of every opportunity.
• Thankfulness to God: Paul encourages us to always give thanks to God. This thankfulness helps us to live joyfully and gratefully, recognizing God’s many blessings.
• Avoiding Foolishness: Ephesians warns against drunkenness and living without thought. Instead, it calls us to live with a clear mind and a focused heart.
• Jesus, the Living Bread: In the Gospel, Jesus offers himself as the living bread from heaven. Those who partake in Him through the Eucharist will receive eternal life, unlike those who ate manna and still died.
• Eternal Life Through Christ: Jesus promises eternal life to those who believe in Him. This promise is a central theme, showing that true life is found in Jesus.
• Spiritual Nourishment: The readings highlight the need for spiritual nourishment. Just as our bodies need food, our souls need the sustenance that comes from Christ in the Eucharist.
• Living with Joy: Paul speaks of expressing joy through spiritual music. This joy comes from living in harmony with God’s will and being filled with the Holy Spirit.

The themes for the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B guide us to live wisely, nourish our spirits with Christ in the Eucharist, and be thankful. These readings remind us that true life and joy are found in following Jesus and living according to God’s will.

Entrance…
1.     Diosnong Magtutudlo, “aron lamang mabuhi sa imong mga hatag.”
2.     Awit mga Binuhat Click Here!
3.     Pagmamahal sa Panginoon (Hontiveros) swak sa first reading
4.     Pag-aalaala (Francisco) “Sa piging”
5.     Sa Hapag ng Panginoon (Morano & Francisco)
6.     Sa Piging na Handog (Carlos, Villaroman)
7.     Sa Piging ng Panginoon (Tabuena, Hontiveros)
8.     Table of Plenty
 
Readings…

• First Reading – Proverbs 9:1-6: Wisdom invites the naive and senseless to partake of her food and wine, urging them to abandon folly and embrace a life of understanding.

• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 34:  Taste and see the goodness of the Lord.

I continually praise the Lord, who responds to my calls and delivers me from fear, bringing joy and rescue to those in need.

• Second Reading – Ephesians 5:15-20: Live wisely, understanding God’s will, avoiding drunkenness, and expressing joy through spiritual music and constant thankfulness to God.

• Gospel – John 6:51-58: Jesus declares he is the living bread from heaven, offering eternal life through his body and blood, contrasting with ancestors who ate manna and died, promising eternal life to believers.

 
Offertory…
1.     Daygon Ikaw Ginoong Dios, “gikan sa imong kamanggihatagon, nadawat namo kini…”
2.     Uban Ning Pan ug Bino
3.     Gasa sa Gugma
4.     Isang Pagkain, Isang Katawan, Isang Bayan (San Pedro)
5.     Pag-aalay (Francisco)
6.     Pag-aalay (Francisco)
7.     Sumasamo Kami (Judan)
8.     One Bread, One Body (Foley) Best Choice.
9.     Christify (Francisco & Reyes)
10.   Take our Bread (Wise)
 
 Communion…
1.     Kini Mao’ng Akong Lawas, “dawata kini… langitnong kalan-on”
2.     Magsaulog Kita Karon, “Sa kauhaw ug kagutom, ang Ginoo nagapakaon.”
3.     Ito ang Aking Katawan (Isidro & Ramirez)
4.     Tinapay ng Buhay (Atienza, Borres & Francisco) 
5.     Sa Dapit Hapon (Tabuena & Hontiveros) admittedly Lenten, but if you prioritize Stanza 3...
6.     Tanggapin Ninyo (Que) 
7.     Awit ng Pag-asam (Hangad)
8.     Say the Word (Torres & Pantig-de Jesus)
9.     Anima Christi (Arboleda)
10.   The Presence of Jesus (Haas)
11.   Taste and See (Santana)
12.   We Remember (Haugen) Stanzas 1 and 2 ang priority.
 
Recessional…
1.     Ang Tawag
2.     Tanda ng Kaharian
3.     Magpasalamat Kayo sa Panginoon (Ramirez)
4.     I am the Bread of Life (Toolan)
 
Thanks and happy long weekend everyone 

19th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year B - August 11, 2024

 Pasensya na po at natagalan naubusan lang ng load at medyo busy rin sa enrolment.

On the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B, we reflect on God’s support, the need to avoid negative behaviors, and the significance of Jesus as the bread of life. The readings remind us of God’s care, our call to live with kindness, and the importance of faith in Jesus.

• God’s Sustenance: Elijah was exhausted and wanted to die. An angel gave him food and water, showing God’s care and support.
• Avoiding Sinful Behavior: Paul tells us to avoid actions that grieve the Holy Spirit. Instead, we should be kind and forgiving.
• Following Jesus’ Example: Paul encourages us to live like Jesus. We should love and forgive as He did.
• Faith in Jesus: Jesus declares He is the living bread. Believing in Him brings eternal life.
• God’s Invitation: Jesus says no one comes to Him unless drawn by the Father. This shows God’s active role in our faith journey.
• Nourishment for the Journey: Elijah’s journey to Horeb needed God’s help. This reminds us that God provides what we need for our spiritual journey.

These themes help us understand God’s care and our call to live faithfully. They remind us of the importance of love, kindness, and belief in Jesus on the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B.

 

Entrance…
1.     Diosnong Magtutudlo, “aron lamang mabuhi sa imong mga hatag.”
2.     Awit mga Binuhat
3.     Pag-aalaala (Francisco) “Sa piging”
4.     Sa Hapag ng Panginoon (Morano & Francisco) 
5.     Sa Piging na Handog (Carlos, Villaroman) 
6.     Sa Piging ng Panginoon (Tabuena, Hontiveros) 
7.     Table of Plenty

Readings…        

• First Reading – 1 Kings 19:4-8: Elijah, overwhelmed, sought death in the wilderness but was sustained by an angel with food and water, enabling his journey to Horeb.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 34: Taste and see the goodness of the Lord.

I continually praise the Lord, who delivers me from fear and shame. The Lord’s angel protects those who respect Him, and those who seek refuge in Him are blessed.

• Second Reading – Ephesians 4:30-5:2: Avoid behaviors that grieve the Holy Spirit. Instead, be kind, compassionate, and forgiving, just as God forgave us. Lead lives of love, following Christ’s example.
• Gospel – John 6:41-51: Jesus tells the doubting Jews that no one can come to him unless drawn by the Father. He declares himself the living bread from heaven, offering eternal life through belief.

Offertory…
1.     Daygon Ikaw Ginoong Dios, “gikan sa imong kamanggihatagon, nadawat namo kini…”
2.     Uban Ning Pan ug Bino
3.     Gasa sa Gugma
4.     Isang Pagkain, Isang Katawan, Isang Bayan (San Pedro)
5.     Pag-aalay (Francisco)
6.     Pag-aalay (Francisco)
7.     Sumasamo Kami (Judan)
8.     One Bread, One Body (Foley) Best Choice.
9.     Christify (Francisco & Reyes)
10.   Take our Bread (Wise)
 
Communion…
1.     Kini Mao’ng Akong Lawas, “dawata kini… langitnong kalan-on”
2.     Magsaulog Kita Karon, “Sa kauhaw ug kagutom, ang Ginoo nagapakaon.”
3.     Ito ang Aking Katawan (Isidro & Ramirez)
4.     Tinapay ng Buhay (Atienza, Borres & Francisco) 
5.     Sa Dapit Hapon (Tabuena & Hontiveros) admittedly Lenten, but if you prioritize Stanza 3...
6.     Tanggapin Ninyo (Que) 
7.     Say the Word (Torres & Pantig-de Jesus)
8.     Anima Christi (Arboleda)
9.     The Presence of Jesus (Haas)
10.   We Remember (Haugen) Stanzas 1 and 2 ang priority.
 
Recessional…
1.     Ang Tawag
2.     Tanda ng Kaharian
3.     I am the Bread of Life (Toolan)