August 2025

Propers

August 3 – The 18th Sunday in OTWorship Aid
Cantor: Sophie
Notes: Worship Aid Premiere !

Reflection: The readings for the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C) remind us that our true treasure is found not in possessions, but in a life oriented toward God. As music ministers, we help the assembly turn their hearts toward what endures, giving voice to a deeper longing for things eternal.
 
Hymn: God Whose Giving Knows No Ending – [Tune: BEACH SPRING]
Psalm 95: If Today You Hear His Voice[PDF]
Preparation: They’ll Know We Are Christians
Communion: Take and Eat[PDF Verses]
Hymn: God’s Blessings Sends us Forth

August 10 – The 19th Sunday in OTWorship Aid
Cantor: Joe
Notes:

Reflection: As music ministers, we are entrusted with helping the community stay awake in faith—singing hope into the silence and readiness into the waiting. In every note and word, we echo the promise that Christ is near, and His Kingdom is already stirring among us.

Hymn: As Servants Working an Estate – [Tune: KINGSFOLD]
Psalm 33: Blessed the People[PDF]
Preparation: Center of My Life
Communion: Eat This Bread[PDF Verses]
Communion II: Clothed for the Light – O Taste and See –
[Tune: RESIGNATION / Cantor/Choir: PDF]
Hymn: To Jesus Christ, Our Sovereign King

August 15 – The Assumption of the BVMWorship Aid
Cantor: Joe
Notes: 6:30 p.m. Bilingual Mass @ SJB

Reflection: In Mary’s Assumption, we see the beauty of a life lifted in praise, brought fully into God’s presence. As music ministers, may we echo her song of faith and magnify the Lord with hearts and voices lifted toward heaven.

Hymn: Immaculate Mary/Del Cielo Ha Bajado – (G Major)
Penitential: Kyrie, Eleison – Missal
Gloria: Missa Simplex
Psalm 45: The Queen Stands … Alstott
Acclamation: Mode VI
Preparation: Adiós, Reina del Cielo
Euch. Acc’s: Mass of Creation/Misa Melodica
Lamb of God: Missa Simplex
Communion: MagnificatRubalcava
Hymn: Hail Holy Queen/Salve, Reina, Madre

August 17 – The 20th Sunday in OTWorship Aid
Cantor: Bekki
Notes: Back to School Mass at 9:30 a.m., Jolanta Returns for 5 pm/11 am

Reflection: In the readings for the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time, we see that God’s word can be unsettling—it calls for courage, even in the face of conflict. As music ministers, may we serve with hearts rooted in truth, offering a steady voice of hope and conviction.
 
Hymn: As a Fire is Meant for Burning
Psalm 40: Lord, Come to My Aid[PDF]
Preparation: I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light
Communion: Take and Eat[PDF Verses]
Com II (9:30 a.m.): Lord, Send the Fire of Love Divine – [PDF]
Hymn: Tell the Good News

August 24 – The 21st Sunday in OTWorship Aid
Cantor: Bernadette
Notes:

Reflection: As music ministers, we are reminded that faithful service isn’t just about participation—it’s about transformation. May our music flow from lives shaped by the Gospel, helping lead others through the narrow gate with grace and conviction.
 
Hymn: God Whose Purpose is to Kindle – [Tune: HOLY MANNA]
Psalm 117: Go Out to All the World[PDF]
Preparation: How Can I Keep from Singing
Communion: All Who Hunger … Moore – [PDF]
Com II (9:30 a.m.): O Christ Who Callest from the East – [PDF]
Hymn: In Christ there is No East or West

August 31 – The 22nd Sunday in OTWorship Aid
Cantor: Bernadette
Notes:

Reflection: Today’s readings remind us that true greatness is found in quiet service and humble presence. Through each note and lyric, we help create a space where all are honored and drawn closer to the heart of Christ.
 
Hymn: As We Gather at Your Table
Psalm 68: God in Your Goodness[PDF]
Preparation: If Life is like a Wedding Feast – [Tune: RESIGNATION / PDF]
Communion: All Who Hunger … Moore – [PDF]
Hymn: Diverse in Culture, Nation, Race