Proverbs 31:10-13, 19-20, 30-31; 1 Thessalonians 5:1-6; Matthew 25:14-30 or 25:14-15, 19-21. The first reading from Proverbs declares a worthy wife as having value far beyond pearls. She is described as bringing goodness, being entrusted with her husband’s heart, hard-working, and in fear of the Lord. Paul tells the Thessalonians that they are children of the light and children of the day, and thus, disaster will not befall them when the day of the Lord comes. In the Gospel, Jesus tells a parable of the faithful servant who multiplies the talents given him by his master.
Domenico 33A Del Tempo Ordinario
La vita è dono di cui dovremo render conto. Il Signore non ci chiede solo di evitare il male. Bensì di fare il bene impegnando le doti e la qualità che Lui ci ha dato. Vivere significa lavorare quotidianamente per il Regno, la cui costruzione è affidata a ciascuno di noi.
常年期第三十三主日
上主日和本主日的福音的主題都在準備耶穌再來,上主日那五個帶了油的童女享受到豐盛的婚宴,而沒有準備的童女被置之門外。而讀經二中,聖保祿提醒德撒洛尼人要隨時警覺努力行善,以迎接耶穌再來。今天的福音描述忠心的僕人不投閒置散,浪費時間,而是明智也利用天主所給的才能。天主分施每一個人的恩賜、、生命、才智、愛與行動的能力,雖然不是人人一樣,雖然多少不相等,但總是足夠他得救恩所需要的一切。重要的不是在於所得多少,而在於我們怎樣利用這些恩賜。因此一個才智過人,而祇不過不失地做了他份內的事,在天主的眼中他並沒有好好地服侍祂和世人,他不算得忠信,倒不如一個才智不及他而盡力去做,即使結果不及那才智過人的,而在天主眼中他是最忠信的。
From the Pastor’s Desk
Saint WHO?
Luigi Orioni +1940
As a boy, Luigi Orioni had a fiery temper, but also a strong faith and a deep concern for the poor. Born in Italy in 1872, he was a student of the elderly Saint John Bosco, who told him, “We will always be friends.” Shortly after Don Bosco’s death. Luigi entered seminary. He was ordained a priest in 1895.
At his first Mass, he prayed that God would always grant those who came to him “bread, peace, and paradise.” With ceaseless energy, he sought to save souls, establish schools, homes for the sick, farming communities, and a number of religious and lay groups. “Save always, save everyone, save at any sacrifice,” he told his followers. When a devastating earthquake killed ninety thousand people in Sicily and Calabria, Father Orione went to their aid. Pius X and other popes found in him a trustworthy and prudent assistant in various tasks.
He undertook none of his many endeavors without first turning to the Virgin. “God’s works,” he said “are done with clasped hands and on our knees. Even when we ‘run,’ we must rest spiritually on our knees before him.” He fostered devotion to Mary by every available means. He organized pilgrimages and processions, and had shrines built in her honor: He was canonized in 2004 by Saint John Paul II.
Beloved God, may we rest in you alone And so find true strength to run in your service.
Fr. Al Mengon, SDB
Parochial Vicar
Taken from the ‘Magnificat.’
Mass Intentions For The Week
Sunday November 19, 2023
8:45 Vince Moreci, Sr. + – Roger Moskaira +
10:15 Soul of Maria Kiu +
12:00 The Pierini & Spes Families + – Lorenzo Simi +
5:00 For the People of Saints Peter and Paul
Monday November 20, 2023
7:00 Joseph Leo Torre & Family +
9:00 Mary & Joseph Lavin + – Vittorio Bacchetti +
Tuesday November 21, 2023
7:00 Edward Sabini +
9:00 Thanksgiving Petitions to Padre Pio
Wednesday November 22, 2023
7:00 Birthday of Eduardo de Castro +
9:00 Enes Greco + – Craig DeMello +
Thursday November 23, 2023
9:00 John C. Riccio + – Tony Scopel +
Friday November 24, 2023
7:00 Frank Sanguinetti +
9:00 Thanksgiving for Blessings and Guidance Received Throughout the Year
Saturday November 25, 2023
7:30 Joseph & Grace Mazzaferri +
9:00 Anniversary of the Death of Frank Tognotti +
5:00 For the People of Saints Peter and Paul
Baptisms
Isla Veamatahau
Rest in Peace
Craig DeMello – Lillian Jean Klaiber ̶ Verena Morello
Particular Items
Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary: On Tuesday we celebrate the wondrous Feast of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Although not recounted in the Gospels, tradition tells us that Our Little Lady was consecrated by Joachim and Anne, and that, beginning at age three, she remained in the Temple until her twelfth year. Our Lady of the Presentation, pray for us!
Thanksgiving Day Mass: As always, we will have only one Mass on Thanksgiving, at 9:00 AM. Come join us as we give thanks to GOD who makes all good things possible! And greet the fellow people of GOD!
Eucharistic Adoration & Confession/ Anointing of the Sick: We have Adoration & Confession every Friday, following the 7:00 AM Mass. And on the first Friday of the month we have the Anointing following the 7:00 AM Mass.
玫瑰經 Chinese Apostolate First Sunday Rosary: The Apostolate meets every first Sunday of the month following the 10:15 AM Mass, to pray the Rosary in the Don Bosco Room.
廣東話慕道班 RCIA in Cantonese: 由林健漢神父主持, 廣東話慕道班, 將於11月5日開始, 中文彌撒之後, 在鮑思高會議室進行. 請向林健漢神父 415-579-7452 報名, 歡迎有意認識天主教, 或準備領洗的人參加.
Fr. John Lam will conduct the RCIA in Cantonese starting November 5, Sunday, after the 10:15 am Chinese Bilingual Mass in the Don Bosco Room. Please call Fr. John Lam at 415-579-7452 to enroll. All who are interested in learning more about Catholic Church or intend to be baptized are welcome.
Salesian Anniversary Mass & Reception: On Thursday, November 30 a number of our Salesians (including former pastor Fr. John Itzaina) will celebrate their anniversaries of Profession and Ordination. There will be a special Mass at 5:00PM, followed by a catered reception in the gym. Tickets to the reception are $40 and are available by calling 415-421-0809 or email to [email protected]. The deadline for tickets is November 22!Advent Concert at the Seminary: On December 1 at 7:00 PM, you are invited to join the 18-voice Schola Cantorum of St. Patrick’s Seminary in the beautiful seminary chapel as they sing music for Advent and Christmas, new and old, including beloved carols, Gregorian chant, works by Rachmaninov, Hassler, and others, under the direction of Dr. Jennifer Donelson-Nowicka.
Main Chapel, St. Patrick’s Seminary, Friday, December 1, 2023 7:00PM. Reception to follow
This event is free and open to the public. A RSVP is requested If your means allow, we appreciate donations to support our work of preparing good men as the future shepherds of the Church.
Lessons and Carols December 7 at 6:00 PM: Once again, Sacred Heart Cathedral and Saints Peter and Paul School invite you to Lessons & Carols, a glorious preparation for the great celebration of Christ mas! The SHC Chamber Choir and the Saints Peter and Paul School Children's Choir will come together to perform a joyous collection of carols and hymns paired with reflective readings to usher in the Christmas season. The doors open at 6 pm, performance begins promptly at 6:30 pm.The event is free, but an RSVP is required for tickets. Go here to RSVP.Brave Catholics wanted for the Cruzada Guadalupaña! This year marks the 30th Annual Cruzada Guadalupaña honoring Our Lady of Guadalupe! It begins Saturday, December 9 at 5:00AM at All Souls Parish in South San Francisco, and pilgrims walk to St. Mary’s Cathedral for a 2PM Mass with Archbishop Cordileone. Buses leave the Cathedral at 4:00AM to bring walkers from SF to All Souls, and after the Mass, buses will bring people who need it back to all souls. It’s a long walk, but: "No estoy yo aquí que soy tu Madre?"
Archdiocesan Annual Appeal: Our assessment this year is $64,663. You can watch a video showing some of the things your AAA gifts support at www.salesiansspp.org/donations. So far 68 families/parishioners have pledged or donated $49,656 leaving us with a balance of $15,007. If you, can, join the 1% club—give $647! But ALL Parishioners should give SOMETHING! Help us to meet this shared obligation!Catholic Medical Care right in our Parish! Bella Health and Wellness offers primary & pediatric healthcare in accordance with Catholic principles. They are located at 2000 Van Ness Avenue, Suite 304, in San Francisco. Now scheduling appointments for:
PEDIATRICS: Wellness visits for ages 6 months to 18 years with our pro-life pediatrician Dr. Virginia Schneider.
WOMEN and MEN: Comprehensive annual exam.
EXPECTANT MOMS: Pregnancy verification, initial ultrasound and blood work.
FERTILITY: Initial and follow-up appointments using natural fertility assessment methods.
For appointments, call 415-775-1500 or email our office at [email protected] We look forward to caring for your families in a Christ-centered way!
“Bella is an answer to my prayers to bring an authentically Catholic woman-centered healthcare clinic to our people in the Archdiocese of San Francisco. I invite your collaboration and support so together we can make something beautiful for God. May God bless and reward you for doing so!”– Archbishop Cordileone. Support Bella’s mission here.
Liturgical Calendar
Sunday 19 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Monday 20 Weekday in Ordinary Time
Tuesday 21 The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Wednesday 22 Cecilia; Virgin, Martyr
Thursday 23 Bl. Miguel Agustin Pro; Priest, Martyr, Thanksgiving Day
Friday 24 Fr. Andrew Dũng-Ląc & Companions; Martyrs
Saturday 25 Catherine of Alexandria; Virgin, Martyr
Sunday 26 Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
Your gifts of November 12/13 : $2,630.
Weekly goal: $8,670.
Shortfall: $6,040.
Maintenance Fund: $1,134.
We are always in shortfall. Fr. Tho asks for your help Please consider donating an amount equal to a breakfast or lunch or movie ticket.
Saints Peter and Paul Salesian School & Pre-K Accepting Applications: Our K-8 Salesian school is accepting applications for this year and next. Please email Dr. Lisa Harris at the school at [email protected], sspeterpaulsf.org/ or Barbara Simons at the Pre-K at [email protected] to learn more!
Sponsor a Student! Are you able to help a student receive a Catholic education? We are receiving more request for financial aid than ever before. The Salesians started by educating the children of the poor and we are not about to stop now—but like Don Bosco before us we need your help! We invite financially able parishioners to help with this ministry. Please call Dr. Lisa Harris at 421-5219 or Fr. Tho Bui at 421-0809.
Saints Peter and Paul Prayer List: Please pray for: reparation for those who attack the Church, parish families going through difficulties, for all of the Souls in Purgatory, for the swift end of the violence in Ukraine, for Fr. Dave Purdy, Sofia, Rose Mary, Noreen, Nicole, Jacqueline and her baby, Mrs. Bruno, Mrs. Gariano, Mary, Pat, Candi, Joan, Barbara, Damian, Irene, Sharon, Maria, Maureen, Patrick, Joseph, an unborn sick baby, Gary, Dolores, Charee, Nancy, Angelina, Steve (2), Lisa (not our principal), Vicki, Wayne, and Anna. We also pray for young people who have lost direction in their lives, and at risk children everywhere. Let's also pray for an end to abortion, an increase in the vocation to marriage, priesthood, and religious life, and for all who are sick and suffering, for peace and for Cardinal Joseph Zen and persecuted Christians everywhere.