Homily - St. Marks Parish

Liturgy of the Word

Ecumenical Worship Service (Jan 20, 2022)

Old Testament Reading: Isaiah 9:2-7

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 8

Epistle: Ephesians 5:8-14

Gospel Reading: Matthew 2:1-12

Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading: Isaiah 62:1-5

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 104

Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11

Gospel Reading: John 2:1-11

The Baptism of Our Lord

First Reading: Isaiah 40:1-5, 9-11

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 104

Second Reading: Acts 10:34-38

Gospel Reading: Luke 3:15-16, 21-22

Feast of the Epiphany

First Reading: Isaiah 60:1-6

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 84

Second Reading: Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6

Gospel Reading: Matthew 2:1-12

Feast of the Epiphany

First Reading: Isaiah 60:1-6

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 84

Second Reading: Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6

Gospel Reading: Matthew 2:1-12

Solemnity of the Virgin Mary, Mother of God

Fr. Rob Allore, SJ.: Cradling our Infant Saviour

First Reading: Numbers 6:22-27

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 84

Second Reading: Galatians 4:4-7

Gospel Reading: Luke 2:16-21

Feast of the Holy Family

First Reading: 1 Samuel 1:20-22, 24-28

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 84

Second Reading: 1 John 3:1-2, 21-24

Gospel Reading: Luke 2:41-52

Christmas Eve

First Reading: Isaiah 9:2-4, 6-7

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 96

Second Reading: Titus 2:11-14

Gospel Reading: Luke 2:1-16

Christmas Day

Same readings as Christmas Eve

Fourth Sunday of Advent

First Reading: Micah 5:1-4a

Responsorial Psalm: Isaiah 12;

Second Reading: Hebrews 10:5-10

Gospel Reading: Luke 1:39-45

Third Sunday of Advent

First Reading: Zephaniah 3:14-18

Responsorial Psalm: Isaiah 12;

Second Reading: Philippians 4:4-7

Gospel Reading: Luke 3:10-18

Second Sunday of Advent

First Reading: Baruch 5:1-9

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 126

Second Reading: Philippians 1:4-6, 8-11

Gospel Reading: Luke 3:1-6

First Sunday of Advent

First Reading: Jeremiah 33:14-16

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 25

Second Reading: 1 Thessolonians 3:12—4:2

Gospel Reading: Luke 21:25-28, 34-36

Fr. Erik Oland, SJ.

Solemnity of Christ the King

First Reading: Deuteronomy 7:13-14

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 93

Second Reading: Revelation 1:5-8

Gospel Reading: John 18:33b-37

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33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading: Deuteronomy 12:1-3

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 16

Second Reading: Hebrews 10:11-14, 18

Gospel Reading: Mark 13:24-32

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32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading: 1 Kings 17:10-16

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 146

Second Reading: Hebrews 9:24-28

Gospel Reading: Mark 12:38-44

31st Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading: Deuteronomy 6:2-6

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 18

Second Reading: Hebrews 7:23-28

Gospel Reading: Mark 12:28b-34

30th Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading: Jeremiah 31:7-9

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 126

Second Reading: Hebrews 5:1-6

Gospel Reading: Mark 10:46-52

29th Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading: Is 53:10-11

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 90

Second Reading: Heb 4:14-16

Gospel Reading: Mark 10:35-45

28th Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading: Wis 7:7-11

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 90

Second Reading: Heb 4:12-13

Gospel Reading: Mark 10:17-30 or 10:17-27

27th Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading: Genesis 2:18-24

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 128

Second Reading: Hebrews 2:9-11

Gospel Reading: Mark 10:2-16 or 10:2-12

26th Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading: Number 11:25-29

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 19

Second Reading: James 5:1-6

Gospel Reading: Mark 9:38-43, 45, 47-48

25th Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading: Wisdom 2:12, 17-20

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 54

Second Reading: James 3:16—4:3

Gospel Reading: Mark 9:30-37

Fr. Adam Lalonde, SJ.

24th Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading: Isaiah 50:5-9a

Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 116

Second Reading: James 2:14-18

Gospel Reading: Mark 8:27-35

Fr. Rob Allore, SJ

23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading: Isaiah 35:4-7a

Second Reading: James 2:1-5

Gospel Reading: Mark 7:31-37

Fr. Bill Wilson. SJ

22nd Week in Ordinary Time

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22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading: Deuteronoy 4:1-2, 6-8

Second Reading: James 1:17-18, 21b-22, 27

Gospel Reading: Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23

Fr. Rob Allore, SJ.

21st Week in Ordinary Time

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21St Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading: Joshua 24:1-2a, 15-17, 18b

Second Reading: Ephesians 5:21-32 or 5:2a, 25-32

Gospel Reading: John 6:60-69

Fr. Bill Wilson, SJ.

20th Week in Ordinary Time

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Feast of the Immaculate Conception Blessed Virgin Mary – Aug 15, 2021

First Reading: Revelation 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab

Second Reading: 1 Cor 15:20-27

Gospel Reading: Luke 1:39-56

Fr. Bill Wilson, SJ.

19th Week in Ordinary Time

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19th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Aug 8, 2021

First Reading: 1 Kings 19:4-8

Second Reading: Ephesians 4:30-5:2

Gospel Reading: John 6:41-51

Fr. Bill Wilson, SJ.

18th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Aug 1, 2021

First Reading: Exodus 16:2-4, 12-15

Second Reading: Ephesians 4:17, 20-24

Gospel Reading: John 6:24-35

Fr. Rob Allore, SJ.

26-July-2021: Memorial of Saints Joachim and Anne, Parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary

First Reading: Exodus 32:15-24, 30-34

Gospel Reading: Matthew 13:31-35

Listen to the pray-as-you-go reflection here…

25-July-2021: 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time; World day of Prayer for Grandparents and Elders

First Reading: 2 Kings 4:42-44

Second Reading: Ephesians 4:1-6

Gospel Reading: Matthew 13:18-23

Homily/Reflection by Fr. Rob Allore, SJ

Listen to the Gospel reading and reflection here:

16th Sunday in Ordinary Time – July 18, 2021

Part 1 – 00:00: Opening Hymn: “How Great Thou Art” (c) 1953; Carl Boberg (1850-1940), Stuart K Hine; Vocals: Gina Oh (S), Lynore Mclean (S, A), Maureen Wicken (A), Kevin Eng (T, B); Michael Redding (B); Violin by Matilda Kim, All other instruments by Kevin Eng

Part 1 – 05:01: Opening Prayer and Collect: Fr. Rob Allore, SJ

Part 1 – 05:55: First Reading: Jeremiah 23:1-6; Dean Airey

Part 1 – 07:07: Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 23; by Mary Haugen; (Main Cantor: Maria Gallegos; Supporting: Lynore Mclean, Kalelin Kirk, Jenny Cheng, Risa Tonita; Choir: Supporting cantors + Jillian Lusina (S), Rosemary Anderson (S, Descant), Michael Redding (B), produced by Kevin Eng). Refrain text:

“Shepherd me O God, beyond my want, beyond my fears, from death into life”.

Part 1 – 11:52: Second Reading: Ephesians 2:13-18; Francesca Airey

Part 1 – 13:07: Gospel Reading: Mark 6:30-34; Fr. Rob Allore, SJ

Part 1 – 14:28: St. Mark’s Parish Homily: Fr. Bill Wilson, SJ

Part 2 – 00:00 Prayers of the Faithful: The Airey family

Part 2 – 01:37: Final Blessing, Announcements: Fr. Rob Allore, SJ

Part 2 – 06:40: Closing Reflection music: “How Great Thou Art” – Violin instrumental by Matilda Kim.

15th Sunday in Ordinary Time – July 11, 2021

Part 1:

05:30: Opening Prayer and Collect: Fr. Rob Allore, SJ

06:28: First Reading: Amos 7:12-15; Gabe Rocha

07:15: Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 85: Read by Kevin Eng

08:20: Second Reading: Ephesians 1:3-14 ; Tomas Rocha

10:26: Gospel Reading: Mark 6:7-13; Fr. Rob Allore, SJ

11:43: St. Mark’s Parish Homily: Fr. Rob Allore, S

Part 2:

00:00 Prayers of the Faithful: Anne Rocha

01:35: Final Blessing, Announcements: Fr. Rob Allore, SJ

04:40: Closing Reflection music: Sing of the Lord’s Goodness; © OCP 1981, Ernest Sands; This recording: Gina Oh (S, Descant), Kalelin Kirk (S), Maureen Wicken (A), Kevin Eng (Melody)

14th Sunday in Ordinary Time – July 4, 2021

00:00 Opening Song: “This I Believe” ; CCLI Song #7018338; Ben Fielding | Matt Crocker; © 2014 Hillsong Music Publishing (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing); For use solely with the SongSelect® CCLI License # 2785482; This Recording: Lynore Mclean (S, leader for Verse 1,2), Maureen Wicken (A, Verse 2), Kalelin Kirk (S), Kevin Eng (T, B, Melody).

02:55 Opening Prayer and Collect: Fr. Bill Wilson, SJ

03:38: First Reading: Ezekiel 2:3-5; Kevin Eng

04:24: Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 123; Read by Kevin Eng

05:28: Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10; Kevin Eng

06:35: Gospel Reading: Mark 6:1-6; Fr. Bill Wilson, SJ

07:53: St. Mark’s Parish Homily: Fr. Bill Wilson, SJ

11:08: Prayers of the Faithful: Kevin Eng and voices from the Parish

12:54: Final Blessing, Annoucements; Fr. Rob Allore, SJ
17:17: Closing reflection music: “This I Believe”. (Remainder of the song)

13th Sunday in Ordinary Time – June 27, 2021

00:00 Opening Song: Let Your Kingdom Come (Soloist: Bridget Nabulya; Supporting Soloists (Verse 2): Risa Tonita; Lynore Mclean; Choir: St. Mark’s Parish Music Ministry)

01:58 Opening Prayer and Collect: Fr. Rob Allore, SJ

02:55: First Reading: Wisdom 1:13-15, 2:23-24

03:34: Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 30

04:45: Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 8:7, 9, 13-15

05:48: Gospel Reading: Mark 5:21-43; Fr. Rob Allore, SJ

09:57: St. Mark’s Parish Homily: Fr. Rob Allore, SJ

16:27: Prayers of the Faithful: The Russel family

17:16: Final Blessing, Annoucements; Fr. Rob Allore, SJ
22:23: Closing reflection music: “10000 Reasons” (Verses 1,2,3) – Jonas Myrin, Matt Redman; 2011 Thankyou Music; Said And Done Music, sixsteps Music, SHOUT! Music Publishing, worshiptogether.com songs; Vocals: Lynore Mclean (S, A); Bridget Mwanje (S,A), Maureen Wicken (A), Gina Oh (A), Kevin Eng (T) ; Violin: Matilda Kim.

12th Sunday in Ordinary Time – June 20, 2021 – Father’s Day

00:00 Opening Song: “Good Good Father” (Verse 1, 2, Chorus, Bridge); Solo Verses 1: Lynore Mclean, Solo verse 2: Maria Gallegos and Lynore Mclean; Vocals (Choruses): Yeeun Lee, Maria Gallegos, Lynore Mclean, Justin Cruz, Maureen Wicken, Kevin Eng, All instruments: Kevin Eng)

03:15 Opening Prayer and Collect: Fr. Bill Wilson, SJ

03:58: First Reading: Job 38:1, 8-11. Bill Wicken

04:50: Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 107; Read by Kevin Eng

06:15: Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 5:14-17; Maureen Wicken

07:09: Gospel Reading: Mark 4:35-41; Fr. Bill Wilson, SJ.

08:30: St. Mark’s Parish Homily: Fr. Bill Wilson, SJ

12:46: Prayers of the Faithful: Maureen Wicken

14:26: Final Blessing, Annoucements; Fr. Rob Allore, SJ
18:45: Closing reflection music: Good Good Father – Verse 3, Chorus, Bridge. (Solo Verse 3: Yeeun Lee; Other musicians/singers – same as above)

11th Sunday in Ordinary Time - June 13, 2021

00:00 Opening Song: Build My Life (Verses and Chorus only); Led by Yeeun Lee, Supporting: Maureen Wicken, Kevin Eng; Song credits: Brett Younker | Karl Martin | Kirby Kaple | Matt Redman | Pat Barrett; © 2016 Housefires Sounds (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) worshiptogether.com songs (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing); Bethel Music Publishing;

02:07 Opening Prayer and Collect: Fr. Rob Allore, SJ

03:05: First Reading: Exodus 17:22-24; Chijoke Uzozie

04:10: Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 92; Read by Kevin Eng

05:10: Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 5:6-10; Chioma Uzozie

06:00: Gospel Reading: Mark 4:26-34; Fr. Rob Allore, SJ.

07:52: St. Mark’s Parish Homily: Fr. Rob Allore, SJ

12:40: Prayers of the Faithful: The Uzozie family

14:42: Final Blessing, Annoucements; Fr. Rob Allore, SJ
18:55: Closing reflection music: Build My Life (The rest of the song)

The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ – June 6, 2021

00:00 Opening Song: Your Royal Blood (The Rend Collective Experiment) Led by Sam Rocha; Background vocals: Lynore Mclean, Risa Tonita, Kevin Eng, Guitar(s)/Bass: Sam Rocha; Some piano, organ: Kevin Eng; Rend Collective; © Thankyou Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) CCLI License # 278548

03:05 Opening Prayer and Collect: Fr. Bill Wilson, SJ

03:56: First Reading: Exodus 24:3-8; Naoko Garlappi

05:16: Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 116; Our Blessing Cup ; (Marty Haugen; © 1983 G.I.A. Publications, Inc); (This recording: Violin: Matilda Kim; Cantors: Lynore Mclean, Maureen Wicken, Kalelin Kirk, Kevin Eng; Choir: Lynore Mclean (S), Kalelin Kirk (S,A), Maureen Wicken (A), Bridget (A), Rosemary Anderson (S, Descant), Justin Cruz (B), Michael Redding (B))

08:05: Second Reading: Hebrews 9:11-15; Lorenzo Garlappi

09:30: Gospel Reading: Mark 14:12-16, 22-26; Fr. Bill Wilson, SJ.

11:20: St. Mark’s Parish Homily: Fr. Bill Wilson, SJ

15:02: Prayers of the Faithful: The Garlappi family

16:47: Final Blessing, Annoucements; Fr. Rob Allore, SJ
22:10: Closing reflection music: Ave Verum Corpus; Produced by Adam Kozak, Orchestration by Kevin Eng; Voices from St. Mark’s Parish music ministry; W.A. Mozart (K618)

Solemnity of the Holy Trinity

Part 1 – 00:00) Opening Song: Holy Holy Holy (Verse 1,2 soloists; Risa Tonita, Maureen Wicken, Lynore Mclean, Jillian Lusina, Adam Kozak (Supporting)); Hymn credits: Text: Reginald Heber, Music: NICAEA – John B. Dykes.

(Part 1 – 03:50) Opening Prayer and Collect: Fr. Rob Allore, SJ

(Part 1 – 04:45): First Reading: Deuteronomy 4:32-34, 39-40; Barnabas Pal

(Part 1 – 06:13): Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 33. “O Blessed are the people, whom the Lord has made His own” (adaptation of Refrain from Psalm 33 by Marty Haugen); Cantors/soloists: Yeeun Lee, Jillian Lusina; Supporting: Maureen Wicken, Lynore Mclean, Risa Tonita, Kevin Eng.

(Part 1 – 09:45): Second Reading: Romans 8:14-17; Barbola Pal

(Part 1 – 10:28): Gospel Reading: Matthew 28:16-20; Fr. Rob Allore, SJ

(Part 1 – 11:30): St. Mark’s Parish Homily: Fr. Rob Allore, SJ

(Part 2 – 00:00): Prayers of the Faithful: Barnabas and Barbola Pal

(Part 2 – 01:45): The Lord’s Prayer: Lilian Pal

(Part 2 – 02:18): Final Blessing, Annoucements; Fr. Rob Allore, SJ
(Part 2 – 06:50): Closing reflection music: Build My Life (Verses and Chorus only); Led by Yeeun Lee, Supporting: Maureen Wicken, Kevin Eng; Song credits: Brett Younker | Karl Martin | Kirby Kaple | Matt Redman | Pat Barrett; © 2016 Housefires Sounds (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) worshiptogether.com songs (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing); Bethel Music Publishing;

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