27/09/2026
"𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙏𝙬𝙤 𝙎𝙤𝙣𝙨"
September 27, 2026 | 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time | The Parable of the Two Sons
Sunday Mass Presider: Rev. Fr. Kevin B. Roldan, PH.L, MA
Mass Schedule: Sunday @ 8:00 AM
OPEN YOUR BIBLE AND READ the Gospel reading according to Matthew 21:28–32
28 “What is your opinion? A man had two sons. He came to the first and said, ‘Son, go out and work in the vineyard today.’
29 He said in reply, ‘I will not,’ but afterwards changed his mind and went.
30 The man came to the other son and gave the same order. He said in reply, ‘Yes, sir,’ but did not go.
31 Which of the two did his father’s will?” They answered, “The first.” Jesus said to them, “Amen, I say to you, tax collectors and prostitutes are entering the kingdom of God before you.
32 When John came to you in the way of righteousness, you did not believe him; but tax collectors and prostitutes did. Yet even when you saw that, you did not later change your minds and believe him.”
REFLECTION:
In today's Gospel, Jesus shares the parable of the two sons, teaching us that true faith is measured by our actions rather than just our words. The second son said all the right things but failed to follow through, while the first son initially resisted but ultimately chose to obey his father’s will.
Like the sons in the parable, we are constantly invited to work in God's vineyard. Sometimes we qu**ky say "yes" to God in our prayers, yet our daily actions, choices, and treatment of others don't reflect that commitment. Other times, we might stumble, turn away, or hesitate out of selfishness or pride.
Yet God's boundless mercy is always open to us. He gives us the grace to reconsider our direction, change our hearts, and choose a path of genuine conversion. The Gospel reminds us that it is never too late to repent and align our lives with His will; what matters most is our ongoing willingness to change and faithfully serve Him.
In this Gospel reading, remember the word OBEY.
O – Offer your genuine actions, not just empty words.
B – Bow your heart in humility to accept God's correction.
E – Examine your daily choices to see if they honor the Father.
Y – Yield your own stubbornness to follow His righteous path.
PRAYER:
Lord, You are the loving Father who calls me to labor fruitfully in Your vineyard. Help me to trust in Your mercy whenever I fall short or hesitate to follow Your commands. Teach me to serve You with an obedient and sincere heart rather than relying on outward appearances.
Remove the weeds of hypocrisy, pride, and complacency from my life, and nourish the seeds of true repentance, humility, and love within me. May my actions always match my words, and may I remain steadfast in doing Your holy will each day. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Thank you for connecting through the Gospel today! May God's mercy, wisdom, and grace guide you throughout the week. Continue to live out your faith and bear fruits that bring glory to Him. Have a blessed Sunday everyone! 💛