The 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time

1 Kings 3:5, 7-12; Romans 8:28-30; Matthew 13:44-52 or 13:44-46. God tells Solomon to ask for anything, and he asks for an understanding heart to lead his people.. Saint Paul writes to the Romans that, all things work for good to those who love God. In the Gospel, Jesus uses three parables (buried treasure, pearl of great price, and a full fish net) to explain the kingdom of heaven.

Domenica 17^A Del Tempo Ordinario 

I discepoli di Gesù hanno come regola di vita l’amore che è dono e tesoro inestimabile. Per conquistarlo occorre affrontare qualiasi difficoltà con discernimento e generosità, affinché Dio occupy sempre il primo posto nella vita.

 
常年期第十七主日 

今天耶穌繼續講天國的比喻，教訓人應有怎樣的智慧，去進入天國。祂把天國比作「藏在地裏的珍寶」，人發現了，為擁有它，變賣一切去得到它。又像一個尋找寶珠的商人，找到真正的珠寶，也變賣一切，買了它。這兩個比喻，說明得到恩寵有時是無意之間，一個訊息，使他突然明白了，皈依天主。也有人千辛萬苦去鑽研，終於明白了天主的聖道，於是諴心地相信，以得到聖道為至寶。
其實天主的恩寵離我們很近，但我們卻沒有發現它，即使發現了，也不看重它，以為比起金錢、名譽、地位和享受，它不算是什麼而放棄它，又有些人以為有的是時間，等享受夠了，才去領取，而沒有想到生命無常，迅息即逝，機會不再。十分可惜。 

人世間有許多知識、物質、財富，就像漁人撒網一樣，網一拉上，千種百樣的東西都出現，但有智慧的人，祇選能持久，適合永生之用的 ，其餘的通通不取。因為沒有什麼比永生更重要。

Saint WHO?

 
 
Ignatius of Loyola

The life of Ignatius, a journey from soldier to saint, is well known. Recovering from a cannon wound, confined to bed, and bored, he rather reluctantly began to read a life of Christ and lives of the saints. Then he started noticing his reaction when he imagined himself imitating the saints or more secular heroes. In the former case, peace would remain, a consolation. But the latter produced only fleeting pleasure. This observation formed the foundation for Ignatius’ Spiritual Exercises and the discernment of spirits.

The exercises provide principles for combat, a valuable key for interpreting the movements of the soul. In prayer, many struggle to know whether they are hearing GOD’s voice. Ignatius’ rules, with definitions of consolation and desolation, help guard against the enemy’s tactics. They also, and more importantly, provide insights into how God communicates and how to respond to him.

Of particular benefit in combination with a daily examen, the Ignatian exercises habituate a soul to recognize the tender presence of the Father in every moment, from the pressures of daily work to times of arid prayer to spiritual ecstasy. So adept did Saint Ignatius become, it is said, he would frequently begin to weep, overwhelmed by the goodness of GOD. He died in Rome at the age of sixty-five.

Loving Father, through the prayers of St. Ignatius teach us to recognize your voice
and respond in grateful obedience. 

–Fr. Al Mengon, SDB
Parochial Vicar
Taken from ‘The Magnificat’

 
Mass Intentions For The Week 

Sunday            July 30, 2023
8:45     Lenny Moreci +
10:15   Rochus Chui +
12:00   For the People of Saints Peter and Paul – Vitus Antonius Joseph Cataldo +
5:00     Fiorella Banducci + 

Monday           July 31, 2023
7:00     The Sanguinetti Family +
9:00     Susan B. Gamboa (Birthday) V & Robert Fuller + – Pino & Nicola Calcagno + 

Tuesday           August 1, 2023
7:00     Fred Damato +
9:00     Albert Salera + – Aurora Piazza + 

Wednesday      August 2, 2023
7:00     Birthday of Andrea Marenzi +
9:00     Lena & Vic D’Acquisto + – Kathy McDonald + 

Thursday        August 3, 2023
7:00     Birthday of Sean M. Bugayong +
9:00     Birthday & Special Blessings Luca Maranghi – Lenny Moreci + 

Friday             August 4, 2023
7:00     Intention Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone
9:00     Gaetano Alioto + – Nicola Sanguinetti + 

Saturday         August 5, 2023
7:30     Edward DeNicolai +
9:00     Vincenzo & Mariannina Torrano + – Kathy McDonald +
5:00     Giuseppe Lucchesi +
 

Baptisms
Madeline Ambrosia Teglia

Marriages
Joseph Galizia & Nicole Denike
Cormac Craigie & Lauren Remer

Rest in Peace
Mary Schmalz

Particular Items

Second Collection: Today there will be a second collection for the poor. Please be generous!

National Night Out! This Tuesday, August 1, you can join people all over the country in honoring our police officers at National Night Out! From 5-7PM Filbert Street in front of the Church and club will be blocked off so the officers from Central Station can set up barbecues & fun and games for kids and adults. Be there to show your gratitude and have fun with our good SFPD!

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.

Encountering Jesus in the Tenderloin! The Franciscans invite you down to the Tenderloin! On August 11 they will host a tour of the Dining Room, program facilities and St. Boniface Church. Following the tour participants will have the opportunity to join those we serve for lunch and return to our Church for individual meditation or Mass. Learn more at stanthonysf.org/about/visit-us or call  (415) 241-2896

Religious Education for Children and Adults: Children: The 2023-2024 Religious Education-CCD program will begin on September 10, 2023. We are welcoming and accepting students from Kindergarten through Grade 8. The goal of the program is to help children to grow in faith, and working together with parents we hope to help the children come to experience God in their own lives and to familiarize them with the teachings and traditions of the Catholic Church. Classes are held every Sunday from 9:45am to 11:00am in the school gym. Adults: RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is a program through which the Church welcomes, educates, and journeys those persons seeking full communion in the Catholic faith through the Sacraments of Initiation;  Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Eucharist. The 2023-2024 sessions begin on September 27, 2023 and continues through  Pentecost, 2024. Sessions are held every Wednesday from 7-8:30pm in the Don Bosco room. Visit salesiansspp.org/religious-education to register.


“One Night with You” is Randy DeMartini’s tribute to the King of Rock and Roll! As everyone knows Randy is the Executive Director of the Salesian Boys’ and Girls’ Club, and all proceeds from the event will support the Club! “One Night With You” will be at the Silver Legacy Casino in Reno on Saturday, August 16. This is Randy’s repeat performance, and he received glowing reviews for the first one! Visit https://salesianclub.org/events/ for tickets and hotel reservations!



Padre Pio Visits North Beach! On Sunday, September 24, the Relics of Saint Pio of Pietrelcina will visit the National Shrine of St. Francis of Assisi at Columbus and Vallejo.  The relics will be venerated from 8:00 AM until 3:00 PM, and a special Mass will be celebrated at 3:30 PM. Also, beginning at 12:30, there be a procession from the Shrine over to Saints Peter and Paul, and then back to the Shrine. All parishioners are invited to experience this wonderful visit!

Sr. Antoinette Invitational Golf Tournament! Sister invites you to join us on September 25, 2023, at the Sonoma Golf Club for the Sister Antoinette Pollini Invitational! 18-HOLE TOURNAMENT: Shotgun start at 10:00 AM at the beautiful Sonoma Golf Club. HIT THE COURSE: Single-player or foursome ticket options are available. Ticket price includes an 18-hole round of golf, green fees, cart, balls, and lunch. Visit https://www.events.sspeterpaulsf.org/golf to learn more, tickets and sponsorship levels. All proceeds benefit Saints Peter and Paul School.

Salesian Young Adults: Want fun, friends, service and faith? Our Salesian Young Adults invite you to share all of the above as we serve our Church and get to know one another! Visit https://salesiansspp.org/salesian-young-adults

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.

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 [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 at https://www.bellahw.org/

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, Mrs. Bruno, Mrs. Gariano, Mary, Damian, Irene, Sharon, Maria, Maureen, Patrick, 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, and for peace and for Cardinal Joseph Zen and persecuted Christians everywhere.

Liturgical Calendar
Sunday             30        17th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Monday           31        Ignatius of Loyola; Priest
Tuesday           01        Alphonsus Ligouri; Bishop, Doctor
Wednesday     02        Eusebius of Vercelli; Bishop, Peter Julian Eymard; Priest
Thursday         03        Weekday in Ordinary Time
Friday              04        John Vianney; Priest
Saturday          05        The Dedication of the Basilica of St. Mary Major, Rome
Sunday            06        The 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Your gifts of July 22/23:                    $4,607.
Weekly goal:                                         $8,670.
Shortfall:                                               $3,963.
Second Collection (Parish School):     $616.
Thank you! Your parish needs and appreciates your continued support!