The 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time
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Job 38:1, 8-11; 2 Corinthians 5:14-17; Mark 4:35-41. In the first reading, the Lord speaks to Job from the storm, asking him who it was that took control of the stormy sea. Paul writes to the Corinthians that whoever is in Christ is a new creation. In Mark’s Gospel, Jesus calms the storm with a simple command and asks them why they are terrified, saying, Do you not yet have faith?Domenica 12A Del Tempo Ordinario
La nostra fede incontra inevitabili difficoltà, che ci mettono a dura prova e ci fanno gridare se si ha l’impessione che tutto sia perduto. La crisi che scuote il cristianesimo conduce molti fedeli a dubitare del futuro, perchè ci fidiamo soltanto delle nostre sicurezze umane. Quando cominceremo a credere veramente nella potenza della Parola incarnata? La Chiesa naviga sul mare della storia, squassata dalla onde, senza essere mai abbandonta dal suo Fondatore.
常年期第十二主日
《約伯傳》不單在聖經中也在文學上一本十分優美的作品，文筆俊逸，富有想象力又飽含哲理。今天我們讀到約伯遭受嚴重的災難，埋怨哀嘆 ，發出不少傷心的疑問。福音中一些片段也有着同樣的主題。耶穌和祂的門徒們乘船渡海，耶穌經過一天辛勞，在船上睡着了，忽然風浪大作，門徒們驚惶失措，大聲抱怨：「師傅！我們要喪亡了，你不管嗎？」
無論是個人或社會，遭受到災難、痛苦時，薄弱的人信德都動搖來起，也像約伯一樣嗟嘆抱怨；像們徒一樣戰驚大叫，忘記了基督永遠和他們同在。等到風平浪靜時才驚覺，才彼此相問：「這人到底是誰？連風和海也聽從他！」
今天我們不妨問問自己，耶穌在我的生命中到底是誰？如果我們相信祂不祇是二千年前在巴肋斯坦一帶行善治病的好人，更是為我們人類而死的救世贖罪，好使我們得到永生的天主聖子。那麼，我們的生活要有一定的標準 ｡ 我們對人、對事的態度要不斷轉化，思想、行為、語言應該以耶穌為表樣，以達到成全的地步才是。
六明二十四日是洗者聖若翰誕辰，不要忘記求他為我們轉禱。
Saint WHO?
Saints who were devoted to Saint Joseph
St. John XXIII
John XXIII, who reigned as pope from 1958 until his dearth in 1963, was given the middle name Joseph at birth and became a bishop on March 19, the feast of Saint Joseph. These facts influenced him deeply. He is sometimes called a Pope of Saint Joseph, (like Blessed Pius IX) and seriously considered the name Joseph when he was elevated to the papacy. He decided against it out of respect for precedent, no prior pope having taken that name. Bit though he took the name John, he always celebrated March 19 as his name day.
Pope John referred to Saint Joseph frequently in his addresses, and was open about his personal devotion. “He is the most powerful intercessor, from whom nobody is turned away without being heard.” One year, on the feast of the Presentation, he had candles sent to all the principal shrines of Mary and Joseph. He made a point of beautifying Saint Joseph’s altar in Saint Peter’s Basilica as a symbol of the increased devotion he wished to see instilled in the faithful.
He established Saint Joseph as patron of Vatican II, and furthered the causes for Joseph’s devotees Leonard Murialdo and André Bessette. Effective December 8, 1962, Pope John had Joseph’s name added to the canon of the Mass. Pope John died on June 3, 1963.
“Saint Joseph...amid the worries of material life, your soul was full of deep peace and sang out in true joy…Assure those you protect that they do not labor alone “ -Prayer of Saint John XII.
Fr. Al Mengon, SDB
Parochial Vicar
Taken from the “Magnificat”
Mass Intentions For The Week
Sunday June 23, 2024
8:45 Loriano & Anita Belluomini + – Daniel Strazulo +
10:15 Ingrid Maya M. DeLeon +
12:00 The Pierini & Spes Families + – Sergio Tuccori + – In Honor of San Calogero
5:00 Joseph Maggiora & the Maggiora Family + – Ana Maria Zambrano +
Monday June 24, 2024
7:00 Joseph Leo Torre & Family +
9:00 Healing Kevin & Ben Wong – Rhody Valente +
Tuesday June 25, 2024
7:00 Edward Sabini +
9:00 Tony & Vera Romano + – Desiderio & Grazia Basuino & Family +
Wednesday June 26, 2024
7:00 The DeNicolai Family +
9:00 Lena Cresci + – Birthday of Dr. June Lim +
Thursday June 27, 2024
7:00 Happy 21st Anniversary Ed & Christy Burns
9:00 Maria Russo & Luigi Cirelli + – Giuseppe Cava +
Friday June 28, 2024
7:00 Birthday of Rose Marenzi +
9:00 The Sanguinetti Family + – Birthdays of Sansan Win & Paula Yee
Saturday June 29, 2024
7:30 In Honor of Madonna della Guardia
9:00 Thanksgiving for the Petrine & Priestly Ministry of Benedict XVI V & Fr. Mario Rosso, SDB + & his brother Salesians +
5:00 Giuseppe Lucchesi +WEEKLY INTENTIONS
Martin & Amelia McAteer
For each intention mentioned in the group above, individual Masses will be said in our Parishes, Schools or Missions.Baptisms
Mila Nicole McMaster – Isabella Taylor Stellini
Rest-in-Peace
Paul Wong and the Deceased Members of the Wong Family
Joseph Scafidi – Teresa May Wang
Particular Items
San Calogero: Today we honor San Calogero, patron of Sciacca, Sicily at the 12 noon Mass. San Calogero, pray for us!
From Pope Francis: “In today’s liturgy the episode of the storm calmed by Jesus (Mk 4:35-41) is told. The boat on which the disciples are crossing the lake is beaten by the wind and waves and they are afraid they will sink. Jesus is with them on the boat, yet he is in the stern asleep on the cushion. The disciples, filled with fear, cry out to him: ‘Teacher, do you not care if we perish?’ (v. 38)
In these situations and in many others, we too feel suffocated by fear and, like the disciples, risk losing sight of the most important thing. On the boat, in fact, even if he is sleeping, Jesus is there, and he shares with his own all that is happening. His slumber, when on the one hand it surprises us, on the other it puts us to the test. The Lord is there, present; indeed, he waits – so to speak – for us to engage him, to invoke him, to put him at the center of what we are experiencing. His slumber causes us to wake up. Because to be disciples of Jesus it is not enough to believe God is there, that he exists, but we must put ourselves out there with him; we must also raise our voice with him. Hear this: we must cry out to him. Prayer, many times, is a cry: ‘Lord, save me!’” –Pope Francis, Angelus Message, June 20, 2021.
Nativity of St. John the Baptist: On Monday, June 24, we celebrate the Solemnity of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist. John the Baptist, pray for us!
Salesian Summer Camps: Summertime at The Club is packed with exciting activities, fun field trips, learning opportunities, and other adventures! Visit salesianclub.org/club-programs/summer/ to learn more.
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.
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.
Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul: Next Sunday we will celebrate the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, our patrons. The actual Solemnity is on June 29, but because they are our patrons, we are allowed to celebrate on the closest Sunday. Peter and Paul, pray for us!
Knights of Columbus! Attn: Catholic Men: We are reestablishing the famous Knights of Columbus Dante Council of Saints Peter and Paul! Catholic Men who would like to join or learn more should follow these steps:
1)Scan the Q Code and use the Promo Code : BLESSEDMCGIVNEY
2) Don't worry about the Agent referral code
3) Preferred Local council: Sts Peter and Paul Church
4) Member Referral Number is: 4553568
5) Church Parish Name- Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church
6) Church Parish State/ province: California
As long as you have put the code BLESSEDMCGIVNEY (no spaces) you don't have to pay anything. Once the head office sends an email congratulating you, please acknowledge and confirm that you want to become a member. If you don't it still lingers on there until you instruct them to go ahead and we will be informed. Let us make history by Chartering this new Council on the Feast of Saints Peter and Paul, our Patron Saints day. God bless us all.
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 which will include a Renewal of Marriage Vows for all who were married here, (or were married in another Catholic Church).
Anniversary Banquet: There will also be a prime rib banquet, after the Mass, open to all, in the auditorium. Tickets for the Saturday banquet are $80; $20 for children under 12. For more info and banquet tickets, visit salesiansspp.org/100years, or call the parish office at 415-421-0809
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 Mass. Call Gibbons at the parish office or email [email protected]. Meanwhile, can you name this lovely SSPP couple? Because this is a long time ago here is a hint: he was prominent on the Wharf and she was very active in the parish. (Last week’s mystery couple were Dennis and Eileen Aicardi, married here in 1976).
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.
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!
Sponsor a Student! 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 Fr. Tho!
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
Archdiocesan Annual Appeal: The 2024 Archdiocesan Appeal is underway. This year’s assessment is $68,867. So far 38 families/parishioners have given $22,424, leaving us with a balance of $46,443. To donate or watch a good video about the 2024 appeal, and what it supports, go to salesiansspp.org/donations. If you can, join the 1% club! Give $688! But all gifts are deeply appreciated.
Liturgical Calendar
Sunday 23 The 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Monday 24 The Nativity of John the Baptist
Tuesday 25 Weekday in Ordinary Time
Wednesday 26 Weekday in Ordinary Time
Thursday 27 Cyril of Alexandria; Bishop, Doctor
Friday 28 Irenaeus; Bishop, Martyr
Saturday 29 Saints Peter and Paul; Apostles, Martyrs
Sunday 30 External Feast of Saints Peter and Paul
Your gifts of June 15/16 : $2,665.
Weekly goal: $8,670.
Shortfall: $6,005.
Second Collection (Maintenance Fund): $1,031.
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!
