The 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C offers insights into perseverance, prayer, and the strength found in faith. The readings emphasize the importance of trusting in God and being persistent in our spiritual life.
- Persistence
in Prayer: The Gospel of Luke shows Jesus encouraging persistent
prayer through the parable of the unjust judge and the widow. This teaches
that we should keep praying even when it seems difficult.
- Support
in Community: In Exodus, Moses is supported by Aaron and Hur to keep
his hands raised, symbolizing the power of community support. It reminds
us that we need each other to sustain our faith.
- Faithful
Endurance: The second reading from 2 Timothy emphasizes staying true
to what we have learned and believed. It encourages us to endure hardships
and be faithful to the teachings of Christ.
- Justice
and Trust: The parable in the Gospel highlights the importance of
seeking justice and trusting that God hears our prayers. Even when answers
seem delayed, we should trust in God’s timing.
- Role
of Scripture: Paul in 2 Timothy speaks about the importance of
scripture in teaching and guiding believers. This reminds us of the value
of the Bible in our daily lives and decision-making.
- Power
of Intercession: The scene in Exodus, where Moses prays with uplifted
hands, illustrates the power of intercessory prayer. It shows how praying
for others can bring about God’s help and support.
The readings for the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C remind us to be steadfast in our faith and persistent in prayer. They encourage us to trust in God’s timing and the strength found in community and scripture.
ENTRANCE:
1. Pag-inambitay
2. Lungsod nga Balaan
3. Dinggin Mo (Esteban, Hontiveros) “Tawag nami’y…samo
nami’y…tinig nami’y”
4. Halina at Lumapit (Habito) Stanza 1 is reminiscent of
RP
5. Isang Pananampalataya (Santos, Hontiveros) “aming
panalangin”
6. Magpasalamat Kayo sa Panginoon (Ramirez) “lahat ng
mga bagay dito sa mundo… buwan at mga bituin”
7. Magpuri sa Panginoon (Hontiveros) “lahat ng
santinakpan”
8. Magsiawit sa Panginoon (Isidro, Que) “ang Kanyang
Pangalan” Pero medyo pang-Easter.
9. Pagbabasbas (Javellana, Arboleda, Francisco)
“kalangitan at lupa”
10. All the Ends of the Earth (Dufford) Stanza 2 ang priority.
11. Glory and Praise to Our God (Schutte) Stanza 2 ang priority. “To
answer those who pray.”
12. Lover of Us All (Schutte)
13. Meadows and Mountains (Schutte)
14. Praise God (Dufford, Foley)
15. Praise the Lord, My Soul (Foley)
16. Seek the Lord (O’Connor)
17. Though the Mountains May Fall (Schutte)
18. Throughout All Time (Haas)
READINGS:
- First
Reading – Exodus
17:8-13: Amalek attacked Israel. While Joshua fought, Moses stood on a
hill with God’s staff. As long as Moses’ hands were raised, Israel
prevailed. Aaron and Hur supported Moses’ hands, and Joshua defeated
Amalek.
- Responsorial
Psalm – Psalm
121: Our help is
from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.
- Our
help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. He guards us
constantly, protects us from harm, and watches over us always.
- Second
Reading – 2
Timothy 3:14-4:2: Stay faithful to the Scriptures, which provide
wisdom for salvation. All Scripture is inspired by God and useful for
teaching and training. Proclaim the word persistently, with patience and
encouragement.
- Gospel – Luke
18:1-8: Jesus told a parable about a persistent widow to teach the
importance of constant prayer. If an unjust judge grants justice, how much
more will God respond to his chosen ones?
OFFERTORY:
1. Dios
Nia Ko
2. Gasa sa Gugma
3. O Dios Dawata
4. Kapuri-puri Ka (Que) “Diyos Amang lumikha ng lahat”
is reminiscent of RP.
5. Ang Tanging Alay Ko. “Ang aking dalangin”
6. Sumasamo Kami (Judan) Stanza 4 ang priority. “Dinggin
ang aming dalangin.”
7. Blessed be God “all creation”
8. Dwelling Place (Folley) “I fall on my knees”
9. Take Our Bread (Wise)
10. To Be Your Bread (Haas)
COMMUNION:
1. Misyon sa Tawo
2. Ang Pag-alagad
3. Kinabuhi Mo, Kinabuhi Ko
4. Ang Kaluluwa Ko’y Nauuhaw (Isidro, Que) Stanza 2 ang
priority.
5. Awit ng Paghahangad (Cenzon) “Ikaw ang lagging
hanap…Dadalangin akong….”
6. Bawat Sandali (Gan, Francisco) “Bawat sandali
dalangin ko’y binibigkas” Best choice.
7. Manalig Ka (Perez) “Ang Pangalan N’ya lagi ang
tawagin” A very good choice.
8. Panginoon, Aking Tanglaw (Ramirez) "Ang tawag
ko'y 'Yong pakinggan" a very good choice.
9. Papuri (Arboleda)
10. Tanging Yaman (Gan, Francisco) “Hanap sa t’wina”
11. Be Not Afraid (Dufford)
12. How Shall I Sing to God? (Haas) "when life is filled with
gladness" and "when life is filled with bleakness" is all about
persistence in prayer in whatever situation.
13. I Love the Lord (Aquino) “that I called”
14. I Seek You For I Thirst (Valdellon) “Call upon Your Name”
15. Lead Me, Lord (De Pano)
16. One Thing I Ask (Tirol) “I shall lift up my voice”
17. Sing of Him (Dufford)
18. Sing, O Sing (Schutte)
19. The Cry of the Poor (Foley)
20. This Alone (Manion)
RECESSIONAL:
1. Any Marian Song (English, Tagalog and Cebuano or
in your dialect)
2. Ang Tawag
3. Tanda ng Kaharian
4. I Will Sing Forever
