16th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C - July 20, 2025

 The Mass readings for the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C include stories of hospitality, service, and devotion. These readings offer important lessons on how we can live out our faith in everyday life.

• Hospitality to Strangers: In the first reading, Abraham welcomes three visitors. This shows the importance of being open and welcoming to others.
• Service and Work: The Gospel tells the story of Martha and Mary. Martha’s busy work and Mary’s attentive listening show different ways to serve Jesus.
• Suffering for the Faith: In Colossians 1:24-28, Paul talks about rejoicing in his sufferings. This teaches us that enduring hardships can strengthen our faith.
• Listening to Jesus: Mary sits at Jesus’ feet in the Gospel. This highlights the importance of taking time to listen to Jesus’ teachings.
• God’s Promise: Genesis 18:1-10A includes God’s promise to Abraham about having a son. This reminds us that God keeps His promises.
• Balance of Work and Prayer: Martha and Mary show the need to balance work and prayer. Both are important in our faith journey.
• Mystery of Christ: The second reading speaks of the mystery of Christ. Understanding this mystery helps deepen our faith.

These themes from the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C remind us of the different ways we can live out our faith. By welcoming others, serving, listening, and trusting in God’s promises, we grow closer to Jesus.

 

Entrance:
1.     Pag-inambitay
2.     Himaya Kanimo Kristo Jesus, prioritize stanza 4
3.     Sa Hapag ng Panginoon (Morano, Francisco), best choice as Jesus is hospitable
4.     Hosea (Norbet)
5.     I Rejoiced (Foley) Stanza 2 ang priority.
6.     My Heart’s Thanksgiving (Aquino) Stanza 2 ang priority.
7.     Save Us, O Lord (Dufford) Stanza 2 ang priority.

 

Readings:

• First Reading – Genesis 18:1-10A: The Lord appeared to Abraham, who welcomed three visitors with hospitality. One of them promised that Sarah would have a son within a year.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 15: He who does justice will live in the presence of the Lord.
• Those who live justly, speak truthfully, avoid harm, reject corruption, and act fairly will live with the Lord and never be shaken.
• Second Reading – Colossians 1:24-28:  I suffer for you to share Christ’s afflictions and reveal the mystery of Christ in you, our hope of glory.
• Gospel – Luke 10:38-42: Martha, busy with serving, asked Jesus to tell Mary to help her. Jesus said Mary chose the better part by listening to him, and it won’t be taken from her.

 

Offertory:
1.     Dios Nia Ko
2.     Mugna Sa Dios
3.     Pag-aalay (Francisco)
4.     Unang Alay (Magnaye)
5.     Blessed Be God
6.     To Be Your Bread (Haas)
 
Communion: (We choose this songs because it is part of Jesus sacrifice as our theme for this Sunday is about hospitality. You can choose another song that fits for the theme. Just make it sure, it is liturgical.)
1.     Kini Mao’ng Akong Lawas, “dawata kini… langitnong kalan-on”
2.     Magsaulog Kita Karon, “Sa kauhaw ug kagutom, ang Ginoo nagapakaon.”
3.     Ito ang Aking Katawan (Isidro & Ramirez)
4.     Tinapay ng Buhay (Atienza, Borres & Francisco)
5.     Say the Word (Torres & Pantig-de Jesus)
6.     I Seek You For I Thirst (Valdellon)
 
Recessional
1.     Kinsa?
2.     Ang Atong Tulubagon
3.     Diocesan Shared Vision (if you have)
4.     Humayo Tayo (Pangilinan, Hontiveros)
5.     Humayo’t Ihayag (Francisco, Catalan, Go)
6.     I Will Sing Forever (Francisco)
7.     Pilgrim’s Theme (Go, Francisco)

 

15th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C - July 13, 2025

The 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C focuses on living out God’s Word in everyday life. The readings encourage faith in action, love for others, and seeing Christ as the center of all creation.

• Obeying God’s Word: God’s commandments are clear and close to us. The first reading reminds us that following God’s will is not beyond our reach.
• Christ at the Center: The second reading highlights Jesus as the foundation of creation and our faith. Everything exists through Him and is united in Him.
• Loving Your Neighbor: The Gospel calls us to love others, especially those in need. The story of the Good Samaritan challenges us to show kindness and mercy.
• Faith in Action: Faith is not just about knowing God’s Word. The readings show that faith comes alive when we live it out through our actions.
• Compassion for Others: The Good Samaritan shows what compassion looks like. True love for God means caring for people, even strangers or those we find hard to love.
• God’s Word is Close: The first reading teaches that God’s Word is already in our hearts. We can live it out if we listen and choose to follow it.
• Jesus as the Source of Unity: The second reading shows Jesus as the one who holds all things together. Our faith unites us with Him and with one another.

On the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C, we are reminded to live our faith through love and action. God’s Word is near to us, and Jesus calls us to serve others with compassion and care.

 

Entrance:
1.     Diosnong Magtutudlo, 
2.     Pag-inambitay
3.     Kasaulogan sa Kinabuhi
4.     Bayan, Magsiawit Na! (Aquino)
5.     Bayan, Umawit (Borres, Baltazar, Francisco)
6.     Come With Praise (Schutte)
7.     For You Are My God (Foley)
8.     Glory and Praise to Our God (Schutte)

 

Readings:

• First Reading – Deuteronomy 30:10-14: Moses told the people that God’s commandments are not beyond their reach; they are close and in their hearts, ready to be followed with all their heart and soul.
• Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 69: Lord, let your mercy be on us, as we place our trust in you.

I pray to you, Lord, in my suffering. Answer me and help me. God hears the poor and will save Zion.

• Alternate Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 19: The Lord’s perfect law refreshes the soul, gives wisdom, brings joy, and enlightens the eyes. God’s words are precious, true, just, and sweeter than honey.
• Second Reading – Colossians 1:15-20: Christ shows us God, created everything, holds everything together, leads the church, and reconciles all things through his death on the cross.
• Gospel – Luke 10:25-37: A scholar asked Jesus how to inherit eternal life. Jesus told a story about a Good Samaritan, showing that loving your neighbor means showing mercy, regardless of who they are.

 

Offertory:
1.     Dios Nia Ko,
2.     O Dios Dawata,
3.     Paghahandog ng Sarili (Arboleda, Francisco)
4.     Panalangin sa Pagiging Bukas Palad (Arboleda, Francisco)
5.     Prayer for Generosity (Arboleda)
6.     Prayer of Rupert Mayer
 
Communion:
1.     Misyon sa Tawo
2.     Ang Kinabuhing Mahinungdanon,
3.     Ang Tanging Alay Ko
4.     Huwag Kang Mangamba (Pagsanghan, Francisco)
5.     Huwag Mangamba (Francisco)
6.      Panginoon, Narito Ako (Isidro, Que)
7.     Panunumpa (Gonzales)
8.     Patnubay (Cuyugkeng, Caguioa, Sta. Maria, La Vina)
9.     Sa ‘Yo Lamang
10.   Sino Kayo? (Javellana, Que)
11.   Tungo Sa’yo (Francia, Reyes, Tirol)
12.   All I Ask of You (Norbet)
13.   At Home in our Hearts (Francisco)
14.   Be Not Afraid (Dufford)
15.   Come With Me Into the Fields (Schutte)
16.   Here I am, Lord (Schutte)
17.   I Hear My Name (Francisco)
18.   I Love the Lord (Aquino)
19.   In Him Alone (Francisco)
20.  Lead Me, Lord (De Pano)
21.   You Are Mine (Haas)
22.  Your Heart Today (Francisco)
 
Recessional:
1.     Kinsa?
2.     Ang Atong Tulubagon
3.     Diocesan Shared Vision (if you have)
4.     Humayo Tayo (Pangilinan, Hontiveros)
5.     Humayo’t Ihayag (Francisco, Catalan, Go)
6.     I Will Sing Forever (Francisco)
7.     Pilgrim’s Theme (Go, Francisco)
 
HAVE A BLESSED WEEK EVERYONE 😊