3rd Sunday of Advent - Year C - December 15, 2024

 Namamasko po 😊
The 3rd Sunday of Advent Year C is also known as Gaudete Sunday, a day of rejoicing. The readings encourage us to find joy and hope in the coming of the Lord.

• Joyful Anticipation: The readings focus on the joy of waiting for Jesus. Zephaniah speaks of rejoicing and exulting with all our hearts.

• God’s Presence: God is with His people. Zephaniah assures us that God is in our midst, bringing hope and safety.

• Peace of Christ: St. Paul tells the Philippians about the peace of God. This peace will guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.

• Call to Generosity: John the Baptist calls people to share with those in need. This echoes the Gospel’s message to live out our faith through actions.

• Repentance and Preparation: John the Baptist also speaks of repentance. This reminds us to prepare our hearts for Jesus’ coming by turning away from sin.

• Hope and Encouragement: The readings provide hope and encouragement. They remind us that God is near and we should not be afraid.

On the 3rd Sunday of Advent Year C, we focus on rejoicing because the Lord is near. The themes guide us to live in joy, peace, and readiness for Christ’s coming.
 
MISA DE GALLO LINE-UP
Please click the link below to get the line up suggestions
 
December 15 pm and 16 am  
December 16 pm and 17 am
December 17 pm and 18 am
December 18 pm and 19 am 
December 19 pm and 20 am
December 20 pm and 21 am
December 21 pm and 22 am
December 22 pm and 23 am
December 23 pm and 24 am
 
Entrance…
1.     Umanhi Ka, Ayaw Paglangan
2.     Umanhi ka Mesiyas
3.     Ang Panginoon ay Darating
4.     Ang Puso Ko’y Nagpupuri “Nagagalak ang aking espiritu”
5.     Halina’t Umawit (Flores, Villaroman) “Nang may kagalakan”
6.     Sumigaw sa Galak (Que)
7.     Magalak Tayo sa Diyos
8.     Halina, Jesus, aming Mananakop (Isidro, Que)
9.     Umawit Kayo (Aquino) Stanzas 2 and 4 ang priority. Change "Yahweh" to "Poon."
10.   O Come, Divine Messiah
 
Readings…

• First Reading – Zephaniah 3:14-18A: God has removed your punishment and is with you, bringing joy and renewal. Rejoice and do not fear, for He delights in you.

• Responsorial Psalm – Isaiah 12:2-3, 4, 5-6: Cry out with joy and gladness: for among you is the great and Holy One of Israel.

• God is my savior, giving me confidence and strength. I will joyfully draw from the springs of salvation and proclaim His great deeds to all nations.

• Second Reading – Philippians 4:4-7: Rejoice in the Lord always. Be kind and do not worry. Pray with gratitude, and God’s peace will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.

• Gospel – Luke 3:10-18: John the Baptist told the crowds to share with those in need, collect only what is required, and be honest. He announced someone greater, who will baptize with the Holy Spirit and fire.

 

Offertory…
1.     Aniang Among Halad
2.     Daygon Ikaw Ginoong Dios
3.     Ang Tanging Alay Ko
4.     Narito Ako (San Andres)
5.     Narito Ako, Panginoon (Que)
6.     Paghahandog (San Andres)
7.     Paghahandog ng Sarili (any version)
8.     Unang Alay (Magnaye) See my notes in previous posts.
9.     Prayer for Generosity (Arboleda)
10.   Dwelling Place (Foley) “May Christ find a dwelling place in our hearts”
11.   How Shall I Sing to God (Haas) Priority ang Stanza 1. Avoid Stanzas 2 and 3. Tila hindi appropriate sa theme yung 2, and sa season yung 3.
 
Communion…
1.     Andama ang Dalan, pwede rin ito sa communion
2.     Panahon Na
3.     Ang Kaluluwa ko’y Nauuhaw (Isidro, Que)
4.     Liwanag ng aming Puso (Tagle, Hontiveros) 
5.     Liwanagan Mo, Jesus (Aquino)
6.     Panginoon, Masdan Mo (Isidro, Que)
7.     Tubig Ng Buhay (Valdellon) So reminiscent of John the Baptist.
8.     A Time will Come for Singing (Schutte) 
9.     Patience, People (Foley) 
10.   Gift of Emmanuel (Valdellon)
11.   The Face of God (Francisco)
12.   God of Silence (Francisco)
 
Recessional…
1.     E1 if not used in Entrance
2.     E2 if not used in Entrance
3.     Ang Tawag sa Panahon
4.     Balang Araw (Borres, Francisco) Opinyon ko lang ‘toh: consider changing yung ‘Narito na’ng Manunubos, luwalhatiin ang Diyos!’ into ‘Darating na’ng Manunubos, luwalhatiin ang Diyos!’
5.     Panginoon, Hanggang Kailan? (Isidro, Ramirez)
6.     The Lord is my Light (Foley). Prioritize Stanza 2: “Your face, Lord, I seek.”
7.     Wait for the Lord
8.     Save Us, O Lord (Dufford) Prioritize Stanza 2.
9.     Cry Out With Joy
10.   Sing to the Mountains (Dufford) “Let all the earth rejoice.”
 
Have a blessed weekend everyone.
 
 

2nd Sunday of Advent - Year C - December 8, 2024

 
Salamat po sa mga bumisita. Baka may pamasko din po kayo HAHAHAHA
 
We will post also the suggested line-up of songs for Simbang Gabi and Misa de Gallo here for you to practice it and have an idea kung ano ang pwedeng idagdag sa line-up ninyo.
 
December 15 pm and 16 am  
December 16 pm and 17 am
December 17 pm and 18 am
December 18 pm and 19 am 
December 19 pm and 20 am
December 20 pm and 21 am
December 21 pm and 22 am
December 22 pm and 23 am
December 23 pm and 24 am
 
The 2nd Sunday of Advent Year C calls us to prepare for the coming of the Lord. The readings guide us to reflect on God’s promises and our own spiritual readiness. The following are the themes for you to create your own line-up of songs:

• Preparation for the Lord: John the Baptist prepares the way for Jesus. We are called to make our hearts ready for Christ’s coming.

• God’s Promise of Salvation: Baruch speaks of God bringing His people back to Him. This reminds us that God always keeps His promises of salvation.

• Call to Repentance: John the Baptist calls people to repent and be baptized. Repentance helps us clear the way for Jesus in our lives.

• Joyful Expectation: Paul expresses joy in the Philippians’ faith and growth. Advent is a time of joyful waiting for Jesus.

• Unity in Christ: Paul prays for the Philippians to grow in love and knowledge. We are encouraged to grow together in faith and love.

• God’s Guidance: Baruch speaks of God leading His people with joy. God’s guidance is with us as we journey in faith.

These themes help us focus on the true meaning of Advent. As we prepare for Christmas, we are reminded of God’s love and our need for spiritual readiness.
 
Important Ideas: Preparing the way, making the path straight, waiting, welcoming the coming One.
Note:   Instrumental solos are bawal kapag advent. Be subdued. Be moderate.
            No Gloria for this Season

Entrance…
1.     Andama ang Dalan, swak sa Gospel
2.     Umanhi Ka Mesiyas
3.     Purihin ang Panginoon (Isidro, Ramirez) Prioritize 3rd Stanza: “...Kaya’y Panginoo’y dinggin; ang landas Niya’y tahakin..”
4.     Halina’t Umawit (Flores, Villaroman)
5.     Let the valleys be raised (“Make the pathway straight and the highway run smooth”)
6.     Blest be the Lord (Schutte)
7.     City of God (Schutte). Suggestion. Change “has turned” into “will turn
8.     I Rejoiced (Foley)
9.     Let Heaven Rejoice (Dufford)
 
Readings…

• First Reading – Baruch 5:1-9: Jerusalem, take off your mourning and wear God’s eternal glory. God will reveal your splendor to the world, gather your children, and lead Israel with joy, mercy, and justice.

• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 126;  The Lord has done great things for us; we are filled with joy.

• When the Lord restored Zion, we were overjoyed. Nations acknowledged God’s great deeds for us. We pray for renewed fortunes and rejoice, knowing that sorrow will turn to joy.

• Second Reading – Philippians 1:4-6, 8-11: I joyfully pray for you, confident that God will complete His work in you. I pray your love grows in knowledge, so you can discern what is best and be righteous in Christ.

• Gospel – Luke 3:1-6: During Tiberius Caesar’s reign, God’s word came to John in the desert. He preached repentance and forgiveness, fulfilling Isaiah’s prophecy to prepare the way for the Lord and reveal God’s salvation.
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Offertory…
1.     Mugna Sa Dios
2.     Nagahalad Kami
3.     Daygon Ikaw Ginoong Dios
4.     Pag-aalay ng Puso
5.     Narito Ako, Panginoon
6.     Ang Tangin Alay
7.     Dwelling Place
8.     All That I have (Hangad)
 
Communion…
1.     Si Hesus ang Dalan, literally pwede siya sa Gospel
2.     Kinabuhi mo, Kinabuhi Ko
3.     Adlaw’g Gabii
4.     Ang Mabuhay sa Pag-ibig (Tabuena, Hontiveros) 
5.     Bawat Sandali (Gan, Francisco)
6.     Likhain Mong Muli (Alejo, Francisco)
7.     Maging Akin Muli (Aquino) Nos. 3 and 4 are both admittedly Lenten, but if you study the lyrics applicable siya sa Gospel. 
8.     Halina Jesus Aming Mananakop 
9.     Panginoon Masdan Mo
10.   In Him Alone (Francisco)
11.   One Thing I Ask (Tirol)
12.   Turn to Me (Foley)
13.   Patience People (Foley)
14.   The Face of God (Francisco)
 
Recessional…
1.     Umanhi Ka Ayaw Paglangan
2.     Pagpangatagak na Yamog
3.     Tanda ng Kaharian ng Diyos (Morano, Francisco)
4.     Sumigaw sa Galak (Que) 
5.     The Lord is my Light. Prioritize Stanza 2: “Your face, Lord, I seek.”
6.     Let there Be Peace on Earth (Miller, Jackson)
7.     Cry out with Joy
8.     Wait for the Lord