Pentecost Sunday

Acts 2:1-11; 1 Corinthians 12:3b-7, 12-13 or Galatians 5:16-25; John 29:19-23 or John 15:26-27, 16:12-15. In the first reading, the Holy Spirit descends upon the disciples who were all in one place together. They began proclaiming the Gospel in different language and all could understand them. Saint Paul encourages the Galatians to live by the Spirit, and lists the fruits of the Spirit that will arise from doing so. Jesus promises his disciples that he and the Father will send the Advocate, who will guide them and glorify Christ.



Domenico di Pentecoste
 
Irrompe lo Spirito Santo a Pentecoste sulla prima Comunità di fede alla quale comunica il il coraggio per testimonare Gesù Cristo unico Salvatore degli uomini. L’annuncio affidato alla Chiesa continuerà, mediante la partecipazione di ogni battezzato alla “missione” di far conoscere la bontà del Padre che si è rivelato in Gesù Cristo.
 
聖神降臨節
 
今天是聖神降臨節，也是復活期最後一個主日。聖經中有時用鴿子象徵聖神。《宗徒大事錄》提到聖神降臨日上，聖神以風和火的形象降到宗徒身上。聖經往往以風和火象徵天主的臨在和參與。強風象徵聖神在激動人的心靈，鼓勵人去做好事，或提醒人做錯了事要有悔攺的勇氣；有時又像和風一般撫慰人靈，指引人。鴿子象徵聖神的柔順、和平。當天聖神以火舌的形狀降落在宗徒頭上，激起他們的心火，感動他們內心深處，激發他們對天主生出炎炎愛火。宗徒們以前是糊里糊塗的，膽小心怯，自從聖神降之後，都變得勇氣百倍，又完全明白了耶穌以前的一言一行，能夠清清楚楚地向人們講解耶穌的教訓。許多人信了他們的話，所以聖神降臨之日也就是教會的開始之日，經過二千多年，一直傳到今天，直到世界窮盡。
 
天主聖神也在我們心中，祂感動我們，使我們改變、轉化，成為天主寵愛的兒女和基督的勇兵，我們要和祂合作。我們領堅振時就是領受聖神所賜的七恩：敬畏、孝愛、聰敏、剛毅、超見、明達、上智。

From the Pastor's Desk

 
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
 
Happy feast of Pentecost! It is our Church Birthday today. We believe that the Holy Spirit continues to work to purify our Church and each one of us. The Holy Spirit also helps to transform us to be closer to God. The saints who we celebrate are the example of how the Holy Spirit guides them and leads them to be holy.
 
This past Monday, we celebrated St. Mary Mazzarello. St. John Bosco and St. Mary Mazzarello founded the order of The Daughters of Mary Help of Christians (FMA). A brief description about the saint’s life:
 
Mary Mazzarello was born in 1837 at Mornese, Italy. Her family upbringing guided her in the way of solid piety, tireless hard work, and a profound judgment and practical sense which she later manifested as a Superior. At the age of fifteen she joined the association of the Daughters of Mary Immaculate, and began apostolic work among the girls of the neighborhood. A serious attack of typhus contracted at the age of twenty- three made a deep spiritual impression on her: the experience of her physical frailty deepened her abandonment to God and prompted her to open a dress-making workshop to teach local girls to work, pray and love God. Thanks to her intense sacramental life and the enlightened guidance of Don Pestarino, she made great progress in the spiritual life.
 
In 1872 Don Bosco chose her to take on the foundation of the Institute of the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians. As Superior she proved herself adept in spiritual training and guidance, and she had the particular charisma of a happy and reassuring tranquility, radiating joy and involving other young girls in a commitment to the education of women.
 
She left to her Daughters an educational tradition permeated by evangelical guidelines: the search for God known through enlightened catechesis and burning love, responsibility in work, sincerity and humility, austerity of life, and joyful self-giving. She died at Nizza Monferrato on 14 May 1881. She was beatified by Pius XI in 1938, and Pius XII canonized her on June 24, 1951.
 
Today the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians has 11,000 members worldwide and they are present in 97 countries throughout the world. Let us give thanks to the Lord for the Salesian Sisters who dedicated their lives to serve many poor young people.
 
Happy Feast of St. Mary Mazzarello!
 
Fr. Tho Bui, SDB
Pastor


Mass Intentions For The Week
 
Sunday                              May 19, 2024
8:45     Anniversary of the Death of Enes Greco +
10:15  The Soul of Ken Ngoe +
12:00  Ida, Rinaldo, & Maria De Martini + – 
The 40th Wedding Anniversary of Frank & Josephine Mazzucco
5:00     Pietro, Adele, & Elena Domenici + – Yolanda Roa Malferrari +  

Monday                             May 20, 2024
7:00     Joseph Leo Torre & Family +
9:00     Anniversary of the Death of Solomon Bugayong + – Yolanda Roa Malferrari +
11:00  Intentions of the Knights of Malta 

Tuesday                            May 21, 2024
7:00     Frank Sanguinetti + –  Romano Marcucci +
9:00     Francesco, Antoinette, & Frank Germano + – Leo LaRocca + 

Wednesday                      May 22, 2024
7:00     Edward Sabini +
9:00     The Birthday of Fortunato D’Ascoli + – Maryanne McNeary + 

Thursday                          May 23, 2024
7:00     Marco & Sabina Zolezzi +
9:00     Intention of the Wildland Firefighters – Romano Marcucci +
 
Friday                                May 24, 2024
7:00     Joan Coker + – Pamela Carretta +
9:00     Bernard Quinteros + – Mario & Emma Campodonico + 

Saturday                           May 25, 2024
7:30     Intention of Jerry Ortega Bini
9:00     Lorenzo & Angelo Lazio & Family + – Romano Marcucci +
5:00     Giulio Guidi + –  Michael Czuprinski +
 

Baptisms
Emilia Elizabeth Ackley
 
Rest-in-Peace
Danielle O’Doherty – John Cattalini

Particular Items

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 (next Sunday!)following the 10:15 AM Mass, to pray the Rosary in the Don Bosco Room.

Mary Help of Christians: Friday, May 24, we honor ‘Don Bosco’s Madonna’ Mary Help of Christians, patroness of the Salesians and Salesian Sisters! We will have Eucharistic Adoration from 7:30AM to 8:30AM in the Church. Remember the vision of Don Bosco, with the ship of the Church sailing between the two pillars that will always keep us safe: the Eucharist and Our Lady! Come honor your blessed mother by your devotion to her Son! “I beg you to recommend to everyone, first Adoration of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament and then reverence for most holy Mary.” – Don Bosco.

Mission Appeal: This year’s Mission Appeal is on May 25 & 26, and here is a message from our visiting missionary: Hello friends! My name is Fr. Praveen Mummadi (Fr. Praveen). I am a missionary priest from the Diocese of Kurnool in southern India. Today, I want to share with you the realities, situations and needs of the Catholic faithful in India.
The main challenges of our mission include giving free education to over three-thousand poor children, medical support of the less privileged, self empowerment of women, and evangelization. In India, Christianity is a minority and only 1% of the population is Catholic. We have over one-hundred priests and over three-hundred nuns (sisters) who serve the poor in our diocese. There also are many young men and women who are discerning their call to be future priests and nuns. 

We welcome you to participate and learn about Catholicism in our part of the world. We hope you find it to be enlightening and inspiring. We thank you greatly for your attention and generosity. – Fr. Praveen

Mark Your Calendars: Corpus Christi Procession: Once again, on the Feast of Corpus Christi, June 2, we will have a Eucharistic Procession from Saints Peter and Paul over to the National Shrine of St. Francis over at Columbus and Vallejo streets. This is  a joint procession with both the Salesians and Franciscans! The procession will begin following the noon Mass and will finish with the Rosary and Adoration at the Shrine. Those who attended last year loved it, so make sure you join us this year!  
 

Organ Concert June 23! "You are invited to our next recital here at Saints Peter and Paul! Organist John Pavik will offer a free performance of Théodore Dubois' beautiful Twelve Pieces for Organ on Sunday, June 23rd at 3:30 pm. Our very own Phoebe Chee will also sing on this program. A donation will be collected to support Music Ministry at Saints Peter and Paul. The concert will last approximately one hour. Don't miss this rare opportunity to hear this colorful collection of pieces in its entirety. Bring a friend!" You can download a flyer here.

Salesian Summer Camps: Summertime at The Club is packed with exciting activities, fun field trips, learning opportunities, and other adventures for rising 4th graders up through high schoolers. Summer hours are Monday through Friday, 9am until 6pm beginning June 5th 2024.

AND Camp Grigio: Camp Grigio is the summer day camp option for children who are not yet Club age (ages 3 – 8), and runs from June 10 – August 9. Visit salesianclub.org/club-programs/summer/ to learn more.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! On November 9-10, 2024 we will mark the 100 Year Anniversary of Saints Peter and Paul Church. Of course, the first Saints Peter and Paul was destroyed in the earthquake and fire of 1906, but the cornerstone for this lovely Church you see around you was laid in 1924, so this year marks 100 years!

On Saturday, November 9, at 5:00 PM, we will have a special Mass for all who were married here, and those of you who are parishioners but were married in another Church. which will include a Renewal of Marriage Vows, followed by a prime rib banquet in the auditorium. Tickets for the Saturday banquet are $80. For more info and tickets for the banquet, visit salesiansspp.org/100years

And On Sunday, November 10, at 11:00 AM we will have our 100 Year Anniversary celebration Mass followed by a luncheon for all in the auditorium.

HELP! & GUESS WHO? As we prepare for the 100th Anniversary we need help from parishioners. Were you or your parents married here? We want pictures to use at the Renewal of Vows part of the celebration. Finally, we are looking for donations for our promo video, but we still need $900. For more info about sending pictures or helping to fund the video, call Gibbons at the parish office or email [email protected]. Meanwhile, can you name this lovely SSPP couple? (Last week’s mystery couple was Paul & Maggie Ko, married here in 1974!)


Archdiocesan Annual Appeal: The 2024 Archdiocesan Appeal is underway. This year’s assessment is $68,867.  So far 33 families/parishioners have given $21,410, leaving us with a balance of $47,457. If you can, join the 1% club! Give $688! But all gifts are deeply appreciated.

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 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], or Barbara Simons at the Pre-K at [email protected] to learn more!

Catholic Medical Care right in our Parish! Bella Primary Care 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 !”– Archbishop Cordileone. Support Bella’s mission at bellaprimarycare.org
 
Liturgical Calendar
Sunday             19          Pentecost Sunday
Monday             20         The Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church
Tuesday            21         Christopher Magallanes; Priest and Companions; Martyrs
Wednesday       22         Rita of Cascia; Religious
Thursday           23         Weekday in Ordinary Time
Friday                24         Mary Help of Christians
Saturday           25          Bede the Venerable
Sunday             26          The Most Holy Trinity

Your gifts of May 11/12:                    $3,602.
Weekly goal:                                     $8,670.
Shortfall:                                           $5,068.
Second Collection (Catholic Charities): $871.
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.  Thank you! Your parish appreciates your continued support!