25th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year B - September 22, 2024

 When you ask for a line-up of songs for Sunday Mass, please be polite and courteous.

 On the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B, we reflect on themes of humility, service, and the Christian life. The readings guide us to consider how we live out our faith in practical ways.

• True Wisdom: The first reading shows the difference between earthly and heavenly wisdom. Earthly wisdom brings envy and selfish ambition, while heavenly wisdom brings peace and righteousness.

• Humility in Service: Jesus teaches the disciples about greatness through serving others. He places a child before them, showing that serving the least among us is the path to true greatness.

• Righteous Suffering: The first reading from Wisdom highlights how the righteous suffer at the hands of the wicked. It reminds us that following God may bring trials, but we must stay faithful.

• Peaceful Living: The second reading from James calls for peace and purity. It warns against jealousy and selfishness, urging us to seek peace and good deeds.

• Childlike Faith: Jesus’ example of welcoming a child teaches us about humility and trust. We are called to have faith like children, trusting God completely and welcoming others with love.

• Selfless Love: The Gospel challenges us to put others first. By serving and loving others selflessly, we follow Christ’s example and live out our faith.

• Avoiding Conflicts: James explains that conflicts come from selfish desires. By submitting to God and seeking His wisdom, we can avoid unnecessary strife and live in harmony.

These themes for the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B encourage us to live humbly and serve others, reflecting Christ’s love in our actions. As we reflect on these readings, let us commit to living out these values in our daily lives.
Source: https://young-catholics.com/3390/25th-sunday-in-ordinary-time-year-b/
 
Entrance…
1.      Pag-inambitay
2.     Awit mga Binuhat
3.     Alay sa Kapwa (Esteban, Hontiveros) 
4.     Pagmamahal sa Panginoon (Hontiveros) Very good choice.
5.     Sa Hapag ng Panginoon (Morano, Francisco) Stanza 2 ang priority.
6.     Ang Puso Ko’y Nagpupuri (Hontiveros) Stanza 5 ang priority. 
7.     Blest Be the Lord (Schutte)
8.     City of God (Schutte) Stanza 2 ang priority.
9.     Come with Praise (Schutte)
10.   Let Heaven Rejoice (Dufford)
11.    Magnificat (Haas) Stanza 2 ang priority.
 
Readings...

• First Reading – Wisdom 2:12, 17-20: The wicked plot to test the righteous man with insults and torture, challenging his faith and patience, and plan to condemn him to a disgraceful death to see if God will protect him.

• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 54: The Lord upholds my life.

• O God, save and defend me. Hear my prayer. The proud and ruthless seek my life. You are my helper and support. I will praise your name, O LORD.

• Second Reading – James 3:16-4:3: Jealousy and selfishness cause disorder and evil. Wisdom from above is pure and peaceable. Wars come from inner desires. You lack because you do not ask or ask with wrong motives.

• Gospel – Mark 9:30-37: Jesus taught his disciples about his death and resurrection. In Capernaum, he addressed their argument about greatness, teaching that true greatness comes from being last and serving all, using a child as an example.

 

Offertory…
1.      Diyutay lang Kini
2.     Gasa sa Gugma
3.     Ning Adlaw sa Kalipay
4.     Paghahandog (San Andres)
5.     Alay-Kapwa (Tinio, Hontiveros) 
6.     Pag-aalay (Francisco). Stanzas 3 and 4 ang priority.
7.     Ang Tanging Alay Ko. Stanza 2 ang priority. 
8.     Kung ‘Yong Nanaisin (Francisco) A little bit Lenten though. 
9.     Dwelling Place (Foley) 
10.   Earthen Vessels (Foley) Stanza 2 ang priority.
11.    How Shall I Sing to God? (Haas) 
 
Communion…
1.      Kinabuhi mo, Kinabuhi Ko
2.     Hagit sa Kristohanong Katilingban
3.     Ako ang Kahayag
4.     Ang Mabuhay sa Pag-ibig (Aquino) 
5.     Dakilang Pag-ibig (Pangilinan, Hontiveros) 
6.     Diyos ay Pag-ibig
7.     Hesus na Aking Kapatid (Hontiveros) 
8.     O Hesus, Hilumin Mo (Francisco) 
9.     Pagkakaibigan (Cenzon, Abad-Santos) 
10.   Anima Christi (Arboleda) 
11.    Be Not Afraid (Dufford)
12.   God of Silence (Francisco) 
13.   I Love the Lord (Aquino) 
14.   If I Could Touch You (Francisco) A bit Lenten, though.
15.   Lead Me, Lord (De Pano)
16.   On Eagle’s Wings (Joncas)
17.   One More Gift (Francisco) 
18.   Only This I Want (Schutte) Best choice.
19.   The Cry of the Poor (Foley)
 
Recessional…
1.      Ang Tawag, 
2.     Diocesan Shared Vision
3.     Kinsa?
4.     Mapapalad (Ramirez) 
5.     Humayo’t Ihayag (Francisco, Catalan, Go)
6.     Maliban na Mahulog Sa Lupa. Best choice.
7.     Life Forevermore (Ellerton, Francisco)
8.     Thank You (Hangad)
 

24th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year B - September 15, 2024

 The 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B readings highlight faith, trust in God, and the call to follow Christ. These themes show us how to live out our faith in everyday life.

• Listening to God: Isaiah speaks about listening to God and not rebelling. We are called to be attentive to God’s voice in our lives.

• Enduring Suffering: Isaiah describes the suffering servant. Suffering can be a part of our journey with God.

• Faith and Works: James emphasizes that faith without works is dead. Our actions must reflect our faith in God.

• Confessing Jesus as Messiah: In the Gospel, Peter confesses Jesus as the Messiah. Recognizing Jesus’ true identity is essential for our faith.

• Carrying the Cross: Jesus calls us to take up our cross and follow Him. We must be willing to face challenges for our faith.

• Losing Life to Save It: Jesus teaches that losing our life for His sake leads to true life. Sacrifice is part of our commitment to Christ.

These themes for the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B guide us to deepen our relationship with God and to live out our faith in practical ways. Reflecting on these can help us grow closer to Christ and strengthen our commitment to following Him.

(Source: https://young-catholics.com/3386/24th-sunday-in-ordinary-time-year-b/)

Entrance…
1.     Diha sa Halaran
2.     Pag-inambitay
3.     Diosnong Magtutudlo
4.     Awit ng Pasasalamat (Hontiveros) 
5.     Dinggin Mo (Esteban, Hontiveros) 
6.     Blest Be the Lord (Schutte)

Readings…

• First Reading – Isaiah 50:5-9A: God supports me, so I face opposition without shame or fear, confident that no one can prove me wrong.

• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 116: I will walk before the Lord, in the land of the living. I rejoice in God’s kindness as He listens and saves me from death, allowing me to live in His presence.

• Second Reading – James 2:14-18: Claiming faith without action is useless. True faith is demonstrated through caring deeds, not just words.

• Gospel – Mark 8:27-35: Jesus challenges His followers to recognize Him as the Messiah and teaches about self-denial and the hardships of following Him, promising life to those who sacrifice for His sake.

 

Offertory…
1.     Daygon Ikaw Ginoong Dios
2.     Mugna Sa Dios
3.     Dios Nia Ko
4.     Ania O Dios
5.     Narito Ako (San Andres)
6.     Narito Ako, Panginoon (Que)
7.     Pag-aalay (Francisco)
8.     Kung ‘Yong Nanaisin (Francisco) A little bit Lenten though. 
9.     Prayer for Generosity (Arboleda)
10.   Earthen Vessels (Foley) Stanza 2 ang priority.
11.   How Shall I Sing to God? (Haas) 
 
Communion…
1.     Kini Maong Akong Lawas
2.     Balaan nga Gugma
3.     Buta
4.     Ako ang Kahayag
5.     Ama Kong Mahal (Aquino) 
6.     Ang Mabuhay sa Pag-ibig (Aquino) 
7.     Awit ng Paghahangad (Cenzon) 
8.     Awit ng Paghilom (Aquino) 
9.     Bawat Sandali (Gan, Francisco)
10.   Dakilang Pag-ibig (Pangilinan, Hontiveros) Stanzas 3 and 4 ang priority. 
11.   Gabing Kulimlim (Arboleda, Francisco) 
12.   Huwag Limutin (Aquino)
13.   Liwanag ng Aming Puso (Tagle, Hontiveros)
14.   Liwanagan Mo, Hesus (Aquino)
15.   Manalig Ka (Perez)
16.   Before the Sun Burned Bright (Schutte) 
17.   Far Greater Love (Go, Francisco)
18.   Be Not Afraid (Dufford)
19.   God of Love (Schutte)
20.  God of Silence (Francisco) 
21.   If I Could Touch You (Francisco)
22.  Jesus on the Cross (Go, Francisco) 
23.  Love is the Answer (Hannisian) 
24.  Lead Me, Lord (De Pano)
25.  Now We Remain (Haas) Medyo for Easter, though.
26.  On Eagle's Wings (Joncas)
27.  Only This I Want (Schutte) Best choice.
 
Recessional…
1.     Kinsa?
2.     Ang Tawag
3.     Ang Atong Tulubagon
4.     Mapapalad
5.     Happy Are the Ones (Schutte) 
6.     Life Forevermore (Ellerton, Francisco)