26th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year B - September 29, 2024

 On the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B, the readings highlight important lessons about community, wealth, and moral conduct. We see how God’s spirit works in unexpected ways and how serious the call to righteousness is.

• God’s Spirit is Free: In Numbers, God’s spirit rests on two men who were not in the meeting. This shows that God can choose anyone to share His message.
• Warning Against Wealth: James warns the rich about the misuse of wealth. Wealth should be used to help others, not just for personal gain.
• Inclusive Ministry: In the Gospel, Jesus says anyone who does good in His name is part of His mission. This teaches us to be open and inclusive.
• Avoiding Sin: Jesus warns about the seriousness of sin. He uses strong language to show how important it is to avoid sin at all costs.
• Helping the Needy: James speaks against those who hoard wealth while others suffer. Helping those in need is a key part of living our faith.
• Recognizing Others’ Good Works: The disciples try to stop someone casting out demons in Jesus’ name. Jesus teaches them to recognize and support good works done by others.

These themes for the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B remind us to be open to God’s spirit in unexpected ways and to live justly. They call us to avoid sin, help others, and recognize good works.

 

Entrance…
1.      Lungsod nga Balaan
2.     Awit mga Binuhat
3.     Diosnong Magtutudlo
4.     Sa Hapag ng Panginoon (Morano, Francisco) Stanza 2 ang priority. 
5.     City of God (Schutte)
6.     Blest Be the Lord (Schutte)
 

Readings…

• First Reading – Numbers 11:25-29: The LORD bestowed Moses’ spirit on seventy elders, including Eldad and Medad who prophesied in the camp, leading Moses to wish all people were prophets.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 19: The precepts of the Lord give joy to the heart.

God’s law revives the soul and gives wisdom; His judgments are true and fair. I seek forgiveness for unknown faults and pray to be kept from deliberate sins.

• Second Reading – James 5:1-6: The rich are admonished for hoarding wealth and exploiting workers; their luxury and injustice will lead to their downfall.
• Gospel – Mark 9:38-43, 45, 47-48: Jesus instructed his disciples not to hinder someone casting out demons in his name, affirming those not against them are allies. He stressed the gravity of causing believers to sin, using strong metaphors to emphasize the importance of avoiding sin and its severe consequences, even if it requires personal sacrifice.

Offertory…
1.      Dios Nia Ko
2.     Mugna sa Dios
3.     Daygon Ikaw Ginoong Dios
4.     Kung ‘Yong Nanaisin ((Francisco) 
5.     Narito Ako (San Andres) 
6.     Narito Ako, Panginoon (Que)
7.     Paghahandog ng Sarili (Ofrasio, Hontiveros) or (Arboleda, Francisco) 
8.     Earthen Vessels (Foley) Stanza 2 ang priority.
9.     Prayer of Rupert Mayer (Francisco) 
10.   All That I Have (Hangad, This Time With You album)

Communion…
1.      Misyon sa Tawo
2.     Himoa Ko’ng Abayan sa Kalinaw
3.     Kinabuhi Mo, Kinabuhi Ko
4.     Awit ng Paghilom (Aquino) Stanza 2 ang priority. 
5.     Bawat Sandali (Gan, Francisco) 
6.     Hesus na Aking Kapatid (Hontiveros) 
7.     Maliban na Mahulog sa Lupa 
8.     Likhain Mong Muli (Alejo, Francisco) 
9.     Liwanagan Mo, Hesus (Aquino) 
10.   All I Ask of You (Norbet)
11.    Come to Me All Who Are Weary (Schutte) 
12.   Lead Me, Lord (De Pano) 
13.   This Alone (Manion) 
14.   I Seek You for I Thirst (Valdellon)
15.   All That Is Hidden (Farrell)

Recessional…
1.      Ang Tawag, since Vocation month pa po tayo..
2.     Kinsa?
3.     Ang Atong Tulubagon
4.     Mapapalad (Ramirez)
5.     Sino’ng Makapaghihiwalay (Anunciata)
6.     I Will Sing Forever
 

Have a blessed weekend everyone and thanks for visiting my blog 😊

25th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year B - September 22, 2024

 When you ask for a line-up of songs for Sunday Mass, please be polite and courteous.

 On the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B, we reflect on themes of humility, service, and the Christian life. The readings guide us to consider how we live out our faith in practical ways.

• True Wisdom: The first reading shows the difference between earthly and heavenly wisdom. Earthly wisdom brings envy and selfish ambition, while heavenly wisdom brings peace and righteousness.

• Humility in Service: Jesus teaches the disciples about greatness through serving others. He places a child before them, showing that serving the least among us is the path to true greatness.

• Righteous Suffering: The first reading from Wisdom highlights how the righteous suffer at the hands of the wicked. It reminds us that following God may bring trials, but we must stay faithful.

• Peaceful Living: The second reading from James calls for peace and purity. It warns against jealousy and selfishness, urging us to seek peace and good deeds.

• Childlike Faith: Jesus’ example of welcoming a child teaches us about humility and trust. We are called to have faith like children, trusting God completely and welcoming others with love.

• Selfless Love: The Gospel challenges us to put others first. By serving and loving others selflessly, we follow Christ’s example and live out our faith.

• Avoiding Conflicts: James explains that conflicts come from selfish desires. By submitting to God and seeking His wisdom, we can avoid unnecessary strife and live in harmony.

These themes for the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B encourage us to live humbly and serve others, reflecting Christ’s love in our actions. As we reflect on these readings, let us commit to living out these values in our daily lives.
Source: https://young-catholics.com/3390/25th-sunday-in-ordinary-time-year-b/
 
Entrance…
1.      Pag-inambitay
2.     Awit mga Binuhat
3.     Alay sa Kapwa (Esteban, Hontiveros) 
4.     Pagmamahal sa Panginoon (Hontiveros) Very good choice.
5.     Sa Hapag ng Panginoon (Morano, Francisco) Stanza 2 ang priority.
6.     Ang Puso Ko’y Nagpupuri (Hontiveros) Stanza 5 ang priority. 
7.     Blest Be the Lord (Schutte)
8.     City of God (Schutte) Stanza 2 ang priority.
9.     Come with Praise (Schutte)
10.   Let Heaven Rejoice (Dufford)
11.    Magnificat (Haas) Stanza 2 ang priority.
 
Readings...

• First Reading – Wisdom 2:12, 17-20: The wicked plot to test the righteous man with insults and torture, challenging his faith and patience, and plan to condemn him to a disgraceful death to see if God will protect him.

• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 54: The Lord upholds my life.

• O God, save and defend me. Hear my prayer. The proud and ruthless seek my life. You are my helper and support. I will praise your name, O LORD.

• Second Reading – James 3:16-4:3: Jealousy and selfishness cause disorder and evil. Wisdom from above is pure and peaceable. Wars come from inner desires. You lack because you do not ask or ask with wrong motives.

• Gospel – Mark 9:30-37: Jesus taught his disciples about his death and resurrection. In Capernaum, he addressed their argument about greatness, teaching that true greatness comes from being last and serving all, using a child as an example.

 

Offertory…
1.      Diyutay lang Kini
2.     Gasa sa Gugma
3.     Ning Adlaw sa Kalipay
4.     Paghahandog (San Andres)
5.     Alay-Kapwa (Tinio, Hontiveros) 
6.     Pag-aalay (Francisco). Stanzas 3 and 4 ang priority.
7.     Ang Tanging Alay Ko. Stanza 2 ang priority. 
8.     Kung ‘Yong Nanaisin (Francisco) A little bit Lenten though. 
9.     Dwelling Place (Foley) 
10.   Earthen Vessels (Foley) Stanza 2 ang priority.
11.    How Shall I Sing to God? (Haas) 
 
Communion…
1.      Kinabuhi mo, Kinabuhi Ko
2.     Hagit sa Kristohanong Katilingban
3.     Ako ang Kahayag
4.     Ang Mabuhay sa Pag-ibig (Aquino) 
5.     Dakilang Pag-ibig (Pangilinan, Hontiveros) 
6.     Diyos ay Pag-ibig
7.     Hesus na Aking Kapatid (Hontiveros) 
8.     O Hesus, Hilumin Mo (Francisco) 
9.     Pagkakaibigan (Cenzon, Abad-Santos) 
10.   Anima Christi (Arboleda) 
11.    Be Not Afraid (Dufford)
12.   God of Silence (Francisco) 
13.   I Love the Lord (Aquino) 
14.   If I Could Touch You (Francisco) A bit Lenten, though.
15.   Lead Me, Lord (De Pano)
16.   On Eagle’s Wings (Joncas)
17.   One More Gift (Francisco) 
18.   Only This I Want (Schutte) Best choice.
19.   The Cry of the Poor (Foley)
 
Recessional…
1.      Ang Tawag, 
2.     Diocesan Shared Vision
3.     Kinsa?
4.     Mapapalad (Ramirez) 
5.     Humayo’t Ihayag (Francisco, Catalan, Go)
6.     Maliban na Mahulog Sa Lupa. Best choice.
7.     Life Forevermore (Ellerton, Francisco)
8.     Thank You (Hangad)