15th Sunday in Ordinary Time, year A

Today’s Readings

First Reading  Isaiah 55:10-11  The word of the Lord accomplishes God’s will

Second Reading Romans 8:18-23  Paul sees the sufferings of this life in the context of an eternity spent in the glory of God

Gospel Matthew 13:1-9  The parable of the sower, inviting believers to receive and nurture the word of God

MUSIC
This week the choir will be introducing the Belmont Mass setting, a simple but beautiful setting of the Mass texts. You can find a recording of the Belmont Mass (the Kyrie is missing) here
Opening Hymn: Praise to the Lord, the Almighty  601
Penitential Rite Belmont Mass
Gloria  Belmont Mass
Psalm
Creed said
Preparation of the Gifts  organ; followed by Blest are you, Lord  603
Sanctus  Belmont Mass
Agnus Dei Belmont Mass
Holy Communion  organ; Sweet Sacrament divine  663
Recessional  As I kneel before you  360

Prayer of the Faithful
Praying especially for:
Special Intention