Corpus Christi Sunday - Year B- June 2, 2024

 The readings for the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ - Corpus Christi Year B give background for the notion of sacrifice and explain why we call Jesus the Lamb of God. The first reading describes how the Israelites sacrificed animals to seal their covenant with God. The second reading explains Christ is our high priest, but he also demonstrates sacrificial love. And in the gospel Jesus institutes the sacrament of the Eucharist during the Passover meal.
Corpus Christi celebrates the Eucharist. It is a time to reflect on the gift of Jesus' Body and Blood.

• Covenant and Commitment: Moses used blood to seal God’s laws with Israel. This shows how serious God’s covenant is. It asks us to follow His laws as Israel did.

• Christ’s Sacrifice: Jesus offered his own blood, not animal blood. This teaches us about His great love and the new life He gives us.

• The Eucharist's Power: During Passover, Jesus set up the Eucharist. This moment shows us Jesus’ plan to stay with us always through the Eucharist.

• Unity in Communion: Sharing the Eucharist brings us together. It helps us feel connected to Jesus and each other.

This feast day helps us appreciate Jesus’ lasting gift in the Eucharist. Let us remember and celebrate this gift together.
Note:
If your parish is going to have adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, whether before or after Mass, or sometimes after communion you may sing: 
1. Panis Angelicus (Bread of Angels) 
2. Tinapay ng Buhay (Atienza, Borres, & Francisco)

Entrance:

1.      Awit mga Binuhat
2.      Kon Magkatigum ta , sibo sa ebanghelyo diin nagkatigom sila sa usa ka lawak
3.      Himaya Kanimo, Kristo Jesus
4.      Sa Hapag ng Panginoon (Morano & Francisco) 
5.      Sa Piging na Handog (Carlos, Villaroman) 
6.      Sa Piging ng Panginoon (Tabuena, Hontivers) 
7.      Water of Life (Haas)
 
Readings:

• First Reading - Exodus 24:3-8: Moses relayed God's laws to Israel, recorded them, and confirmed the covenant by sprinkling blood on the people, symbolizing their commitment to God’s commands.

• Responsorial Psalm - Psalm 116: I will take the cup of salvation, and call on the name of the Lord.

In gratitude for God’s blessings, I commit to acts of thanksgiving and promise fulfillment before all His people, acknowledging His mercies and deliverance.

• Second Reading - Hebrews 9:11-15: Christ, the perfect high priest, entered heaven with his own blood, not that of animals, offering us eternal redemption and mediating a new covenant.

• Gospel - Mark 14:12-16, 22-26: Jesus instructs his disciples to prepare the Passover in a designated room, where he institutes the Eucharist and predicts his final drink of wine in God’s kingdom.

 
Offertory:
1.      Daygon, Ikaw Ginoong Dios
2.      Diyutay Lang Kini
3.      Nagahalad Kami
4.      Uban ning Pan ug bino (Cubillas)
5.      Aniang Among Halad
6.      Unang Alay (Magnaye)
7.      Isang Pagkain, Isang Katawan, Isang Bayan (San Pedro) 
8.      Pag-aalay (Francisco)
9.      One Bread, One Body (Foley)
10.  Prayer for Generosity (Arboleda)
11.  Prayer of Rupert Mayer (Francisco)
12.  Take and Receive “Command and I obey” 
 
Communion:
1.      Kini Maong Akong Lawas, best choice for the celebration. Sibo kaayo sa Ebanghelyo
2.      O Dios Ikaw Haduol
3.      Natawag ko Na Ikaw
4.      O Hesus, Hilumin Mo (Francisco)
5.      Pag-alabin Aming Puso (Francisco)
6.      Sa Dapit Hapon (Tabuena & Hontiveros) admittedly Lenten, but if you prioritize Stanza 3...
7.      Ito ang Aking Katawan (Isidro & Ramirez) best choice, stanzas 1 to 3
8.      Likhain Mong Muli (Alejo, Francisco)
9.      Anima Christi (Arboleda) 
10.  Empty Space (Go, Francisco) 
11.  The Presence of Jesus (Haas)
 
Recessional:
1.      Ang Tawag
2.      Ang Atong Tulubagon
3.      Tanda ng Kaharian ng Diyos (Moreno, Francisco)
4.      I am the Bread of Life (Toolan) Stanza 3 ang priority.

Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity - Year B - May 26, 2024

 
Salamat po sa pagbisita…
 
The readings for the Trinity Sunday Year B affirm that we are members of God's family and that God desires the whole world to be united into his relationship of love. The second reading tells us that we are truly God's children. In the gospel Jesus tells his followers to baptize in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.
Trinity Sunday Year B reflects on the nature of God as three persons in one essence and the relationship between God and believers. Here are some themes from the readings of this day:

• God's singular might and choice: Moses reflects on God's unique acts for Israel, emphasizing His unmatched power and choice of Israel as His people. This underscores the uniqueness and sovereignty of God.

• Identity and inheritance in Christ: Paul speaks about believers being children of God, led by the Spirit. This shows the intimate relationship believers have with God, highlighting their identity and inheritance in Christ.

• Great Commission: Jesus commands His disciples to teach and baptize all nations, emphasizing His authority and continuous presence. This directive, known as the Great Commission, calls for spreading the Christian faith globally.

• God's continual presence: The promise of Jesus’ continual presence underscores His unending support and guidance to His followers in their mission.

• Unity in the Trinity: The readings collectively highlight the unity and diversity within the Trinity—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—and their cooperative work in the salvation of mankind and the life of believers.

 
These themes for Trinity Sunday Year B celebrate the mystery of the Trinity and the Christian call to evangelism and obedience.
 
Entrance:
1. Diosnong Magtutudlo
2. Diha sa Halaran
3. Himaya Kanimo
4. Lungsod nga Balaan
5. Purihi’t Pasalamatan (Esteban & Hontiveros). Make sure you complete all three stanzas. Never ever cut short this song. Best choice.
6. Magpasalamat Kayo sa Panginoon (Ramirez). Prioritize Stanza 2.
7. Pagmamahal sa Panginoon (Hontiveros)
8. Awit ng Pasasalamat (Hontiveros)
9. For You Are My God (Foley) 
10. Glory and Praise to Our God (Schutte) Stanzas 1 and 3 ang priority.
11. Let Heaven Rejoice (Dufford) Stanzas 3 and 4 ang priority.
 
Readings:

• First Reading -Deuteronomy 4:32-34, 39-40: Moses urges reflection on God's unique acts for Israel: speaking from fire, choosing them miraculously, and showing unmatched power. He emphasizes that the LORD is the only God and calls for obedience to ensure prosperity.

• Responsorial Psalm - Psalm 33: Blessed the people the Lord has chosen to be his own.

The Lord's word is true, His actions dependable, creating the heavens and earth with His command. He watches over and sustains those who revere Him and hope in His love.

• Second Reading - Romans 8:14-17: As God's children, led by His Spirit, we're freed from fear, adopted, and can call Him "Father". This Spirit affirms our divine inheritance with Christ, linking suffering with shared glory.

• Gospel - Matthew 28:16-20: On a Galilean mountain, the eleven disciples met Jesus as instructed. Despite some doubts, they worshipped Him. Jesus declared His divine authority and commanded them to make disciples of all nations, baptize them, and teach His commands, assuring His continual presence until the end of time.

 
Offertory:
1.    Daygon Ikaw Ginoong Dios (Koro Viannista)
2.    Diyutay Lang Kini
3.    Ning Adlaw sa kalipay
4.    Paghahandog ng Sarili (Ofrasio-Hontiveros, or Arboleda-Francisco)
5.    Paghahandog (San Andres)
6.    Dwelling Place (Foley)
7.    Take our bread (Wise)
 
Communion:
1.    Ø  Kini Maong Akong Lawas
2.    Ø  Way Sukod ang Pagmahal
3.    Ø  Ako ang Kahayag
4.    Ø  Hesus ng Aking Buhay (Aquino)
5.    Ø  Ang Kaluluwa ko’y Nauuhaw (Isidro, Que)
6.    Ø  Awit ng Pag-asam (Hangad)
7.    Ø  In Him Alone (Francisco)
8.    Ø  One More Gift (Francisco)
9.    Ø  Sing of Him (Dufford)
10. Ø  The Cry of the Poor (Foley)
 
Recessional:
1.    v  Ang Tawag
2.    v  Diocesan Shared Vision
3.    v  Ang Atong Tulubagon
4.    v  Himaya Kanimo (if not used in Entrance)
5.    v  Tanda ng Kaharian ng Diyos (Morano, Francisco) 
6.    v  I Will Sing Forever (Francisco)