Winter Ordinary Time

Propers

January 18 – The 2nd Sunday in OTWorship Aid
Accompanist: Joe
Cantor: Bernadette
Notes: No MW; The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

Reflection: Through sung prayer, we help the assembly name and recognize Christ present among us in word, sacrament, and community. Our ministry invites others to behold the Lamb of God with attentive hearts and trusting voices.

Hymn: Wild and Lone the Prophets Voice – [Tune: SALZBURG]
Psalm 40: Here, I am Lord – [PDF]
Preparation: They’ll All Know We Are Christians
Communion: Christ Be Our Light – (Extra Verses – PDF]
Hymn: Tell the Good News

January 25 – The 3rd Sunday in OTWorship Aid
Cantor: Bekki
Notes: Catholic Schools Week Mass @ 9:30

Reflection: Our song gives voice to Christ’s call and helps the assembly hear it as a living invitation, not a distant story. By singing with joy and confidence, we encourage others to respond generously to God’s call.
 
Hymn: You Walk Along our Shoreline
Psalm 27: The Lord is My Light – [PDF]
Preparation: The Summons
Communion: One Bread, One Body
Hymn: The Spirit Sends Us Forth

February 1 – The 4th Sunday in OTWorship Aid
Cantor:
Notes:

Reflection: Our ministry supports this Gospel vision when our music serves prayer rather than performance. Simplicity, reverence, and unity in song allow the Beatitudes to be heard and felt by the assembly.
 
Hymn: Blessed Are the Poor (Gillette) – [Tune: NETTLETON]
Psalm 146: Blessed the Poor in Spirit – [PDF]
Preparation: We Are the Light of the World
Communion: Life Giving Bread, Saving Cup – [PDF]
Hymn: To Jesus Christ, Our Sovereign King

February 8 – The 5th Sunday in OTWorship Aid
Cantor:
Notes:

Reflection: When we sing with intention and care, our music becomes a source of light that draws others more deeply into prayer. Through our ministry, we help the assembly recognize their own call to witness beyond the liturgy.
 
Hymn: As a Fire is Meant for Burning
Psalm 112: The Just Man – [PDF]
Preparation 5/11: I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light
Preparation 9:30: Lead Me, Guide Me
Communion: Life Giving Bread, Saving Cup – [PDF]
Hymn: God Bless Your Church – [Tune; AURELIA]

February 15 – The 6th Sunday in OT – Worship Aid
Cantor:
Notes: Lent begins on Wednesday!

Reflection: Our preparation and shared commitment reflect this deeper call to faithfulness. When our singing flows from prayerful hearts, it helps the assembly unite their voices with their lives.

Hymn: As We Gather at Your Table
Psalm 119: Blessed Are They Who Follow – [PDF]
Preparation: Eye Has Not Seen
Communion: Life Giving Bread, Saving Cup – [PDF]
Hymn: Celtic Alleluia, Sending Forth – [PDF]