The readings for the 5th Sunday of Easter Year B remind us of our
dependence on God and each other. In the gospel Jesus explains that he is the
vine and we must depend on him. The second reading also echoes this teaching.
The readings for the 5th Sunday of Easter Year B touch on several
interconnected themes that are central to understanding and living out the
Christian faith. Here's a list of the key themes:- Transformation
and Mission: In the
first reading from Acts, we see the transformation of Saul, a former
persecutor of Christians, into a bold preacher of the Gospel. This change
highlights the power of God's grace to convert and equip believers for
mission. Community and Belonging: Saul's acceptance into the Christian
community through Barnabas's advocacy demonstrates the importance of
community, belonging, and the role of mediation in the life of believers.
It reminds us that the Church is a place of welcome for all, including those
who were once far off.
- Love in
Action: The second
reading from 1 John emphasizes that love must be more than words; it must
be expressed in deeds and truth. This practical expression of love is
evidence of living in the truth of the Gospel.
- Obedience
and Relationship with God:
Obedience to God's commandments, especially the command to believe in
Jesus and love one another, is central to our relationship with God. This
obedience is not burdensome but is a natural outcome of our love for God
and assures us of His indwelling Spirit.
- Vital
Connection with Christ:
The Gospel from John uses the metaphor of the vine and the branches to
illustrate the vital connection believers must maintain with Jesus. Just
as branches can bear fruit only when attached to the vine, Christians can
thrive spiritually only when they remain in Jesus.
- Fruitfulness
and Discipleship: The
theme of fruitfulness permeates the Gospel reading. Believers are called
to bear fruit as evidence of their discipleship and their connection to
Jesus. This fruitfulness also involves pruning, or spiritual discipline,
to foster even greater growth.
- God’s
Glory: The ultimate
purpose of believers’ fruitfulness is to bring glory to God. Our lives,
when lived in connection with Christ, reflect God's love and power to the
world.
Together, these themes present a rich tapestry of Christian life and
faith, emphasizing transformation, community, love in action, obedience,
connection with Christ, fruitfulness, and the glorification of God.
Entrance:
1. Diha sa
Halaran
2. Saulogon ta
Karon
3. Kon
Magkatigum Ta
4. Pag-inambitay
5. Huni
sa Kinabuhi
6. Pag-alaala
(Francisco)
7. Awit ng Pasasalamat
8. Isang Pananampalataya (Santos,
Hontiveros) Best choice; stanza per stanza.
9. Sing a new song (Schutte). Don’t
forget to replace “Yahweh’s people” to “O God’s people.” "Singing
Alleluia..."
10. Praise God (Dufford, Foley)
11. Praise the Lord, My Soul (Foley)
12. City of God (Schutte)
13. Come with Praise (Schutte)
Readings:- First
Reading - Acts
9:26-31: Initially distrusted, Saul joins the Jerusalem disciples
through Barnabas's support, speaking boldly about Jesus. Despite threats,
he's safely sent to Tarsus. The church then experiences peaceful growth,
strengthened and encouraged by the Holy Spirit.
- Responsorial
Psalm - Psalm
22: I will praise you, Lord, in the assembly of your people.
In the presence of the faithful, I will
fulfill my vows and praise the Lord. All nations will turn to Him, and future
generations will hear of His righteousness.- Second
Reading - 1
John 3:18-24: We're called to express love in actions and truth, not
just words. A clear conscience gives us confidence before God. Obeying His
commandments to believe in Jesus and love one another assures us of God's
indwelling Spirit.
- Gospel -John
15:1-8: Jesus described himself as the true vine and his Father as the
gardener. Branches not bearing fruit are removed, while fruitful ones are
pruned for more yield. He emphasized staying connected to him, akin to
branches on a vine, as the key to bearing fruit. Without him, nothing can
be achieved. Unfruitful branches are discarded. Fruitfulness in believers
brings glory to God and proves discipleship.
Offertory:
1. Gasa sa Gugma
2. Nagahalad Kami
3. Diyutay lang Kini
4. Dios
Nia Ko
5. Narito
Ako (San Andres)
6. Narito
Ako, Panginoon (Que)
7. Sumasamo
Kami (Judan)
8. Unang Alay (Magnaye)
9. Blessed be God
10. Prayer for Generosity (Arboleda)
11. Prayer of Rupert Mayer (Francisco)
Communion:
1. Gugma’g Paglaum
2. Kini Maong Akong Lawas
3. Kalig-on sa Pagtoo, sibo
sa 1st reading sa kahugot ug kalig-on sa pagtoo ni Saulo sa
pagwali sa pulong sa Ginoo
4. Ang Kinabuhi sa Tawo
5. Kaibigan, Kapanalig (Ofrasio,
Hontiveros)
6. Dakilang Pag-ibig (Pangilinan,
Hontiveros)
7. Diyos ay Pag-ibig
8. Manalig Ka (Perez)
9. Pagkakaibigan
(Cenzon, Abad-Santos)
10. Pagsibol
(Aquino)
11. Awit ng Pag-asam (Dublin-Tolentino)
12. God of Love (Schutte)
13. In My Heart (Francisco)
14. One More Gift (Francisco)
15. To Be Your Bread (Haas)
16. The Lord’s Steadfast Love (Tolentino-Francia)
Recessional:
1. Ang Tawag
2. Pagbanwag
3. Ang Atong Tulubagon
4. Any Marian Song will do
5. Pananagutan
6. Humayo’t Ihayag
7. All My Days (Schutte, Murray)
8. I am the Bread of Life (Toolan)
ang priority ay stanzas 3 and 4.
9. Let There Be Peace on Earth
(Miller, Jackson)
The readings for the 4th Sunday
in Easter Year B (Good Shepherd Sunday) demonstrate that Jesus Christ cares for
us as a shepherd cares for his flock. Jesus explains that he is the good
shepherd who knows his sheep and will do anything to save them.
The 4th Sunday of Easter, also
known as Good Shepherd Sunday, Year B, brings together themes that are central
to understanding our relationship with Jesus and our identity as Christians.
Here are the key themes based on the readings:- Jesus as the Good Shepherd: The Gospel clearly
portrays Jesus as the Good Shepherd who lays down His life for His sheep,
indicating His sacrificial love and commitment to us.
- Salvation Through Jesus: Peter's speech in
Acts underscores that salvation is exclusively found in Jesus Christ,
emphasizing His role as the cornerstone of our faith.
- Our Identity as Children of God: The letter
from John reminds us that we are deeply loved children of God, an identity
that the world might not recognize but is foundational to our Christian
life.
- The Universality of Christ’s Call: Jesus
mentions He has other sheep not of this flock, highlighting the inclusive
nature of His mission and the universal call to be part of one flock under
one shepherd.
- Voluntary Sacrifice and Authority of Christ:
Jesus’ assertion that He lays down His life voluntarily and has the
authority to take it up again speaks to His divine authority and the
voluntary nature of His sacrifice for us.
- The Role of Faith in Understanding Our Identity
and Mission: The readings together invite us to reflect on how faith
in Jesus as the Good Shepherd and cornerstone helps us understand our
identity as God's children and our mission in the world.
These themes invite us to reflect
on the depth of Jesus' love and sacrifice, our identity as beloved children of
God, and the call to unity and mission in the vast flock of Christ.
Entrance:
1. Diha sa Halaran
2. Diosnong Magtutudlo
3. Mao Kini ang Panaghigugmaay
4. Kon Magkatigum Ta
5. Magsiawit sa Panginoon (Isidro & Que)
"Magsiawit kayo sa Panginoon; ALELUYA!"
6.
Isang Pananampalataya (Santos & Hontiveros)
7.
Halina aat Lumapit (Santos, Hontiveros) Stanza 2 ang priority.
8. Blest be the Lord (Schutte)
9. City of God (Schutte) Stanza 2 ang
priority.
10. Come With Me Into the Fields (Schutte)
11. Glory and Praise to Our God (Schutte) Stanza
3 ang priority.
12. Play before the Lord (Dufford). Stanza 2 ang
priority. "Offering Him our joyful hearts, joining in endless praise.
Alleluia (4x) joining in endless praise."
13. Sing a new song (Schutte). Don’t forget to
replace “Yahweh’s people” to “O God’s people.” "Singing Alleluia...”
Readings:- First Reading - Acts
4:8-12: Peter declared the healing of a man came through Jesus Christ
of Nazareth, whom they crucified but God raised. He emphasized that
salvation can only come through Jesus, the cornerstone the builders
rejected.
- Responsorial Psalm - Psalm
118: The stone rejected by the builders has become the cornerstone.
Acknowledging
God's unfailing kindness, we find solace in His shelter, surpassing human or
leader reliance. The once-rejected stone now underpins our faith, a divine act
that fills us with awe. Blessed by God's response and rescue, we celebrate His
eternal mercy.- Second Reading - 1
John 3:1-2: We are already God's children, loved deeply by the Father.
The world doesn't know us, as it didn't know Him. In the future, we'll
fully become like Him, seeing Him as He truly is.
- Gospel - John
10:11-18: I am the good shepherd who sacrifices his life for the
sheep, unlike a hired hand who runs when danger comes. I know my sheep and
they know me. I also have other sheep not of this pen; they will listen to
my voice, making one flock under one shepherd. I lay down my life
voluntarily, with the authority to take it up again, as commanded by my
Father.
Offertory:
1. Gasa sa Gugma
2. Diyutay lang Kini
3. Pagdaygon ka Dios
4. Ang Tanging Alay Ko “’Sa ‘Yo aking Ama”
connects to 2R.
5. Isang Pagkain, Isang Katawan,
Isang Bayan (San Pedro)
6.
Paghahandog ng Sarili (Ofrasio-Hontiveros or Arboleda-Francisco)
7. Blessed Be God
8. Prayer for Generosity (Arboleda)
Communion:
1. Misyon sa Tawo
2. Ang Ginoo akong Magbalantay, swak for the
Gospel
3. Kini Maong akong Lawas
4. Tungo Sa’yo (Hangad), swak for the
celebration Vocation Sunday
5. Ang Mabuting Pastol (Hontiveros)
6. Ang Panginoon ay aking Pastol (Isidro
& Ramirez)
7. Pagsibol (Aquino)
8. Tubig ng Buhay (Valdellon)
9.
Ama Kong Mahal (Aquino)
10.
Pag-ibig Mo, Ama (Macalinao, Hontiveros)
11. Sa
Diyos Lamang Mapapanatag (Isidro & Que) Ang priority ay stanza 3. “Pastol
kang nagmamahal sa kawan”
12. Panginoon ng Pag-ibig at Pag-asa. Emphasize
Aleluya at finale.
13. So the Love of God (Schutte)
14. Shelter Me, O God
15. Like a Shepherd (Dufford). Prioritize Stanzas
2 & 3
16. Pastorale (Francisco)
17. Valleys of Green (Schutte)
18. Empty Space (Go, Francisco)
19. For You Are My God (Foley)
20. God of Silence (Francisco)
21. Here I Am, Lord (Schutte)
Recessional:
1. Pagbanwag
2. Ang Tawag
3. Ang atong Tulubagon
4. Humayo’t Ihayag (Francisco, Catalan &
Go). Emphasize "Aleluya" at finale.
5. Ito ang Bagong Araw (Isidro, Ramirez)
6.
Pananagutan
7. Before the Sun burned bright (Schutte).
Emphasize Alleluia.
8. All My Days (Schutte) Stanza 4 ang
priority.
9. Pilgrim’s Theme (Go & Francisco)
dahel Vocation Sunday.
10. Save us, O Lord. Lenten, pero "O
Shepherd of Israel"
