Christmas Eve and Christmas Day (Mass during the day) December 24-25, 2024

Merry Christmas po sa lahat… Namamasko po 😊
 
24 December
Christmas Eve Mass
 

• First Reading – Isaiah 62:11-12: The Lord announces to the world: Zion’s savior arrives with reward. His people will be known as holy and redeemed, and Zion will be a cherished, never-forsaken city.

• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 97: The Lord reigns as king, bringing joy to the earth and islands. His justice shines from the heavens, offering light and gladness to the righteous who praise His holy name.

• Second Reading – Titus 3:4-7: God’s kindness and love manifested in our salvation, not by our deeds but through His mercy. He renews us with the Holy Spirit, justifying us by grace for eternal life.

• Gospel – Luke 2:15-20: After the angels’ departure, the shepherds hurried to Bethlehem, finding Jesus in the manger with Mary and Joseph. They shared the angelic message about the child, amazing all listeners. Mary pondered these events in her heart. The shepherds returned, praising God for the truth of the wondrous news they had witnessed.

 
For your convenience, for the most part, I just fixed the dates and made some revisions.

Filipino:
Entrance: 
1. Gumising (Pagsanghan/Francisco)
2. Himig ng Hangin (Arboleda, Agatep)
3. Oyayi (Aquino)
4. Pasko Na! (Pagsanghan, Agatep, Arboleda, Francisco)
5. Pasko ng Paglaya (Arboleda, Francisco)
6.Pasko Na! (Pagsanghan, Agatep, Arboleda, Francisco)
7. Pasko ng Paglaya (Arboleda, Francisco)
8. Pasko’y Sumapit Na (Isidro, Que)
9. Pag-aalaala (Francisco) “inalipin” and “mahabagin” are so G.

Merong Gloria.
Merong Alleluia.

Offertory...
1. Pag-aalay (Francisco) Stanza 4 ang priority. “Gawin pati aming buhay, ‘pagkat sa ‘Yo dumalisay.”
2. Sumasamo Kami (Judan)

Communion...
1. Ang Diyos na Sanggol (Hontiveros)
2. Bituin (Aquino)
3. Emmanuel (Gozum, Francisco)
4. Isang Sanggol (Ramirez)
5. Noong Paskong Una (Pagsanghan, Francisco)
6. E3 if not used as entrance song
7. Paglamig ng Hangin (Francisco)
8. Villancico Flamenco (See, Honriveros, Mehlemans)
9. Awit ng Paghilom (Aquino) 
10. Diyos Ay Pag-ibig “Magmahalan tayo’t magtulungan” 
11. O Hesus, Hilumin Mo (Francisco) “Nang aking mahango kapwa kong kasimbigo” 
12. Pagbabalik (Alcaraz, Francisco) 
13.
12. Pagbabalik (Alcaraz, Francisco) 
13. Likhain Mong Muli (Alejo, Francisco) 
14. Pag-alabin Aming Puso (Francisco) 
15. Pagpalain Kailanman (Aquino) 

Recessional: 
1. E4 if not used as entrance song
2. E6 if not used as entrance song

English:
Entrance: 
1. A Christmas Praise (Aquino & Agatep)
2. Adeste Fidelis
3. City of God “The people in darkness have seen a great light” is a quick introduction to 1R No. 1. 
4. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
5. Hodie Christus Natus Est
6. Joy to the World

Offertory: Friendly Options
1. Earthen Vessels (John Foley) “Light has shown in our darkness” is reminiscent of 1R No. 1
2. How Shall I Sing to God. Prioritize Stanza 3.
3. We Remember (Marty Haugen). First, make sure this is not one of your service songs. If it is not one of your service songs, consider singing this revised version: 
We remember how You love us: through His Birth.
And now we celebrate for He is with us here.
And we believe that we will see Him when He comes in His glory.
Lord, we remember, we celebrate, we believe.
Then go straight to Stanza 2.

Communion: Friendly Options. Malamang puno ang simbahan, so malamang madami magko-Communion. Please prepare a 2nd Communion Song.
1. O Holy Night
2. O Little Town of Bethlehem
3. Silent Night
4. The First Noel. Do not sing Stanza 3, as this is about the three wise men. Wala pa naman sa Gospel for this Sunday sila. Reserve it for the Sunday of the Epiphany of the Lord.
5. Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming
6. God Rest ye Merry Gentlemen (2nd Communion Song)
7. It Came Upon a Midnight Clear (2nd Communion Song)
8. Panis Angelicus (2nd Communion Song). I know this is a song associated with Corpus Christi. Ask your PP or Music Ministry. They'll probably see the associations. 
9. Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas (2nd Communion Song)

Recessional: 
1. Angels we have heard on high. Many other grand Gloria in excelsis Deo versions would also do.
2. E6 if not used as entrance song

Wednesday, 25 December
Mass during the Day
For your convenience, for the most part, I just fixed the dates and revised some details. This is almost the same as in previous years.
Important Ideas: God the Father and God the Son; the Word of God and the Son of God is/are one and the same
 

• First Reading – Isaiah 52:7-10: The herald of good news brings peace and salvation, announcing to Zion, “Your God is King!” Sentinels cry out joyfully, witnessing the Lord’s restoration of Zion, and Jerusalem rejoices in God’s comforting redemption.

• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 98: A new song celebrates the Lord’s marvelous actions and victory. His salvation and justice are revealed to all nations, demonstrating His faithfulness to Israel and the world.

• Second Reading – Hebrews 1:1-6: God, who once spoke through prophets, now speaks through His Son, the heir of all and creator of the universe, who purifies from sins and is exalted above the angels.

• Gospel – John 1:1-18 or John 1:1-5, 9-14: In the beginning, the Word was with God and was God. Through Him, all things were made, and He brought life and light to humanity. John the Baptist testified about this light. The true light, Jesus, entered the world He created, unrecognized by many. The Word became flesh, revealing God’s glory, full of grace and truth, and through Jesus, grace and truth were fully manifested.

Filipino:
Entrance: 
1. Gumising (Pagsanghan/Francisco)
2. Himig ng Hangin (Arboleda, Agatep)
3. Oyayi (Aquino)
4. Pasko Na! (Pagsanghan, Agatep, Arboleda, Francisco)
5. Pasko ng Paglaya (Arboleda, Francisco) Stanza 1’s “Bayan magalak sa Mabuting Balita” is a short introduction to G1.
6. Pasko’y Sumapit Na (Isidro, Que)
7. Purihi’t Pasalamatan (Simplicio Esteban & Eddie Hontiveros SJ).
7. Purihi’t Pasalamatan (Simplicio Esteban & Eddie Hontiveros SJ). Sing only Stanzas 1 & 2.
8. Bayan, Magsiawit Na! (Aquino) Prioritize Stanza 2.
9. Dinggin Mo “Bigyan Mo kami ng liwanag, tibay at pananalig” is reminiscent of G No. 2
10. Halina at Lumapit (Ruben Habito)
11. Magpuri sa Panginoon (Hontiveros)
12. Pagmamahal sa Panginoon (also Honti)

Merong Gloria.
Alleluia. This is an excellent Sunday to sing the Alleluia that goes: “Salamat sa Diyos (2x), Sa Wika Mong banal, salamat po. Salamat sa Diyos (2x), Sa Bugtong Mong Anak, salamat po. Aleluya! (7x)

Offertory: Narito Ako (Rene San Andres) “Sa kasulatan ‘Yong turo” is a quick reminder of the Word of God.

Communion: 
1. Ang Diyos na Sanggol (Hontiveros)
2. Bituin (Aquino) JC is “giliw ng Diyos” in Koro 1.
3. Emmanuel (Gozum, Francisco)
4. Isang Sanggol (Ramirez)
5. Noong Paskong Una (Pagsanghan, Francisco)
6. Paglamig ng Hangin (Francisco)
7. Villancico Flamenco (See, Honriveros, Mehlemans)
8. Ama Kong Mahal (Aquino)
9. Pag-ibig Mo Ama

Recessional: 
1. E4 if not used as entrance song
2. E6 if not used as entrance song

English:
Entrance: 
1. A Christmas Praise (Aquino & Agatep)
2. Adeste Fidelis
3. City of God “The people in darkness have seen a great light” is a quick introduction to 1R. 
4. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
5. Hodie Christus Natus Est
6. Joy to the World
7. All the ends of the earth (Tito Bob) an intro to 1R and RP.


Offertory: Friendly Options
We Remember (Marty Haugen). First, make sure this is not one of your service songs. If it is not one of your service songs, consider singing this revised version: 
We remember how You love us: through His Birth.
And now we celebrate for He is with us here.
And we believe that we will see Him when He comes in His glory.
Lord, we remember, we celebrate, we believe.
Then go straight to Stanza 2.

Communion: Friendly Options. Malamang puno ang simbahan, so malamang madami magkoCommunion. Please prepare a 2nd Communion Song.
1. O Holy Night
2. O Little Town of Bethlehem
3. Silent Night
4. The First Noel. Do not sing Stanza 3, as this is about the three wise men. Wala pa naman sa Gospel for this Sunday sila. Reserve it for the Sunday of the Epiphany of the Lord.
5. Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming Stanza 3’s “True man, yet very God” is the very message of G.
6. God Rest ye Merry Gentlemen (2nd Communion Song)
7. It Came Upon a Midnight Clear (2nd Communion Song)
8. Panis Angelicus (2nd Communion Song). I know this is a song associated with Corpus Christi. Ask your PP or Music Ministry. They'll probably see the associations. 
9. Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas (2nd Communion Song)
10. God with us (Schutte) Consider making this as a 2nd Communion Song.

Recessional: 
1. Angels we have heard on high. Many other grand Gloria in excelsis Deo versions would also do.
2. E6 if not used as entrance song
3. The Work of Christmas (Arboleda)
4. Carol of the Bells

4th Sunday of Advent - Year C - December 22, 2024

 Merry Christmas po sa lahat. Namamasko po 😊

The 4th Sunday of Advent Year C prepares us for the coming of Jesus. The readings highlight important themes for our reflection. Create your own line-up of songs by using these themes:

• God’s Promise: God promises to send a ruler from Bethlehem. This promise shows God’s faithfulness.

• Humble Beginnings: Jesus is born in Bethlehem, a small town. This shows that God often works through humble beginnings.

• Obedience to God: Jesus came to do God’s will. He shows us the importance of obeying God.

• Joyful Expectation: Mary visits Elizabeth, and they rejoice. This reminds us to be joyful as we wait for Jesus.

• Blessed Among Women: Elizabeth calls Mary blessed. Mary is blessed because she believed God’s word.

• Jesus’ Sacrifice: Jesus offers His body for our sins. This shows His great love for us.

Reflecting on these themes for the 4th Sunday of Advent Year C helps us understand the readings better. They guide us in our preparation for Christmas.
 
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
 
Readings lang po ang pinagkaiba sa Misa de Gallo at Sunday Morning Mass. You can still choose the songs suggested on the link provided above. If you insist to have a new set of songs, you can use the themes above (God’s Promise, Humble Beginnings, Obedience to God, Joyful Expectation, Blessed among Women and Jesus’ Sacrifice.
 
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 – Micah 5:1-4A: God promises a ruler from Bethlehem, whose origins are ancient. He will shepherd Israel, bring peace, and his greatness will reach the ends of the earth.

• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 80: Lord, make us turn to you; let us see your face and we shall be saved.

We ask God to show His power, care for His people, and give us new life. We seek His presence and salvation.

• Second Reading – Hebrews 10:5-10: Christ’s arrival meant replacing old sacrifices with his own body, fulfilling God’s will. His sacrifice made us holy once and for all.

• Gospel – Luke 1:39-45: Mary visited Elizabeth, whose baby leaped for joy upon hearing Mary. Elizabeth, filled with the Holy Spirit, blessed Mary for her faith and for bearing the Lord.

 

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 😊