A.
Introduction
a)
To the Holy Mass
Dear Sisters
and Brothers in Christ, good morning!
Welcome to
Saint Dominic’s Parish Church for the celebration of the 22nd Sunday
in the Ordinary Time, Year A.
As followers of Christ, we, similar
to the apostles, have been walking with the Lord a long journey, listening to
Him teach the Good News of salvation, watching Him heal the sick, forgive
sinners, and raise the dead.
The seed of faith sowed into
our hearts has grown up, yet still needs water and fertilizer for better
development. The Word of God plays an
important role in strengthening our faith in Christ when we face many forms of
crisis.
Let us renew, in this Holy
Mass, our resoluteness in following Christ Our Lord and Savior, even though we
have to go with Him up to the sacrifice of the Cross.
b)
To the Readings
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First Reading Jer 20:7-9
The Prophet Jeremiah shares with us his experience about
being called by the Lord God to become an announcer of His Word. There were doubt, hesitation, and even
fear. Finally, human freedom gave up to
divine Holy Will just because of love: love of God and love for God have met in
mission.
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Second Reading Rom 12:1-2
Saint Paul encourages Christians to be persevering in their
vocation to bear witness of God saving power in the face of this changing world,
by unceasingly renewing themselves in accordance with divine teaching.
B.
Hymns for Holy Mass
a)
Entrance: Sing A New Song (EM #137)
b)
Responsorial Psalm: EM Page 196-197
c)
Offertory: Our Blessing Cup (EM #144)
d)
Communion: The Supper of the Lord (EM
#162)
e) Recessional: Here I Am, Lord (SB #264)
