The 31st Sunday In Ordinary Time

Deuteronomy 6:2-6; Hebrews 7:23-28; Mark 12:28b-34. Moses speaks to the people, telling them to observe the commands of God and to love him with all their heart, soul, and strength. In the second reading, Jesus is acknowledged as the perfect sacrifice who has redeemed us. In the Gospel, Jesus proclaims the two greatest commandments are to love God completely and to love your neighbor as yourself.

 

 
常年期第三十一主日 

天主是愛，就是為了愛，祂創造了世界，又因着祂的大愛而造了我們人類，並且保存我們，給我們無數恩寵。換句話說，我們靠天主的愛而生活；愛是人生活之源，愛是一種基本的需要，我們需要被愛，也必需去愛。 

首先，我們應該愛那造生我們的天主，因為既然一切都來自天主，愛祂是理所當然的了。天主藉《申命紀》第一次向我們頒佈了愛的誡命：「……你當全心、全意、全力，愛上主你的天主。」耶穌今天向我們重申這條誡命。「全心、全意、全力去愛」蘊含着這種愛不是抽象的，並不是口裏說：「天主，我愛祢！」就算，而是要付諸實行，要以行動去表現的。怎樣去表現呢？送給天主禮物嗎？天主是萬有，祂不需要我們的禮物。我以為最好的禮物是投天主所好，愛祂所愛的，天主既然因為愛才造生了人類，我們為表示對天主的愛，就設法去實行耶穌所說的：「你應當愛近人如你自己。」所謂近人不單是指父母、兄弟姊妹、親友，而是所有人，甚至包括仇人。因為我們若不能愛我們能看見的近人，又怎能愛不能看得見的天主呢？

 


Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, 

Let’s us review the Ten Commandments that God gives to us: 

1.You shall worship the Lord your God and Him only shall you serve.
2. You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain.
3. Remember to keep holy the Sabbath day.
4. Honor your father and your mother.
5. You shall not kill.
6. You shall not commit adultery.
7. You shall not steal.
8. You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.
9. You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife.
10. You shall not covet your neighbor’s goods. 

Jesus told his disciples to observe the Ten Commandments. Jesus told them to keep the most important commandments: to love God and love their neighbor. It is perhaps for us easy to love an unseen God, but it is often very difficult for us to love our neighbors. Jesus tells us to not only love our neighbors, but also to love our enemies. How can we love our enemies? On the cross, Jesus prays to God the Father to forgive all those who blasphemed, tortured and crucified him. We are reminded that if we cannot love our enemies, we really do not love God. 

In today’s Gospel of Mark, Jesus tells the scribe the most important commandment: “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, … You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” (Mark 12:24-28)  

In Biblical times, the scribes were lawyers. They knew 613 commandments of the law, but they did not know which one is the most important. The scribe, who asked Jesus, understood the commandments, and had been observing them. Jesus tells the scribe that he is near to the kingdom of God which means not yet. He has to continue to observe the commandments. 

We are called to observe the ten commandments by loving God and loving our neighbors as ourselves. Perhaps this month of November ca remind us to extend our prayers and love to our loved ones who have gone before us.

Have a blessed week! 

Fr. Tho
Pastor
 
Mass Intentions For The Week 

Sunday                              November 3, 2024
 8:45     Marcel Kapulica +
 10:15  Intention of David & Jessie Ash
 12:00  Anniversary of the Death of GB De Martini + – Queena Maggiora +
 5:00     For the People of Saints Peter and Paul – The Vercelotti & Massa Families + 

Monday                             November 4, 2024
 7:00     Jeff Scatena +
 9:00     Gaetano Alioto + – Anna Cardinale + 

Tuesday                            November 5, 2024
 7:00     Edward Sabini +
 9:00     Pater Fazio + – Frank Spinale + 

Wednesday                       November 6, 2024
 7:00     Nicola Sanguinetti+
 9:00     Edward DeNicolai + – Alva Quilici + 

Thursday                          November 7, 2024
 7:00     Andrea Genoveffa +
 9:00     Marcel Kapulica + 
Friday                                 November 8, 2024
 7:00     Frank & Olga Cuneo +
 9:00     Louis DeNicolai + – Emma Marquez + 

Saturday                          November 9, 2024
 7:30     Joseph Leo Torre & Family +
 9:00     The Birthday of Lorna Bugayong +
 5:00     For the People of Saints Peter and Paul – The Ballare & Giomini Families + 



 
Particular Items 

Second Collection: Today we have a second collection for St. Patrick’s Seminary. Please be generous! 

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. 

Month of the Souls in Purgatory: Saturday was All Souls Day, and November is the month where we pray for our deceased loved ones, and all the souls in Purgatory. All Souls envelopes are in the pews and on the tables. Please write your intentions on the envelope and turn it in with donations to the office or collection basket.
  
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). 

AND on SUNDAY, November 10, at 11:00 AM we will have our 100 Year Anniversary celebration! Fr. Mel Trinidad, our Salesian Provincial will be the principal celebrant of the Mass, which will be followed by a luncheon for all in the auditorium.
 
 
The Apostolic Penitentiary in Rome, charged with the granting of indulgences, has designated Saints Peter and Paul Church in the Archdiocese of San Francisco, California as a Vatican recognized site for Plenary Indulgence and has granted a Plenary Indulgence to the faithful who truly repent and are driven by charity under these certain conditions from November 9, 2024 until November 9, 2025. A Plenary Indulgence may also apply, through the faithful’s own sufferings, to the Souls in Purgatory.

WHAT IS A PLENARY INDULGENCE?

An indulgence is a remission before God of the temporal punishment for sin the guilt of which is already forgiven, which a properly disposed member of the Christian faithful obtains under certain conditions with the help of the Church which, as the minister of redemption, dispenses and applies authoritatively the treasure of the satisfaction of Christ and the saints. Code of canon Law (can. 992). A plenary indulgence can be gained only once a day. In order to obtain it, the faithful must, in addition to being in a state of grace, have the interior disposition of complete detachment from sin, even venial sin.

Please pick up a flyer from the tables (or download one here) for all information on how to obtain this wonderful spiritual gift!

Salesian Theater Presents The Secret Garden: Step into a world of mystery and magic as the Salesian Theatre proudly presents its Fall production of “The Secret Garden.” This enchanting performance will transport you to a hidden sanctuary filled with wonder, discovery, and captivating storytelling. Performances will be on November 16 & 17 at 7:00 PM (doors open at 6:30) and on November 17 at 2:00 PM (doors open at 1:30). Tickets are $10; $5.00 for  legacy and student admission, and may be purchased at www.salesianclub.org/events

Bingo Bonanza: Get ready for an exciting day of fun, food, and fabulous prizes at the Salesian Club’s Bingo Bonanza! Gather your friends and family for an unforgettable afternoon on November 23rd from 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM at the Salesian Auditorium, 660 Filbert Street. Tickets are $65; $55 for age 65 and up. Purchase at www.salesianclub.org/events and include lunch, a hosted bar, and 10 bingo cards!

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!

Archdiocesan Annual Appeal: The 2024 Archdiocesan Appeal is underway. This year’s assessment is $68,867. So far 69 families/parishioners have given $49,415, leaving us with a balance of $19,452. 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.

Religious Education—(CCD Sunday School): "Lord, when did we see you hungry"  Mt 25:37 - 2024 Catechetical Theme. Application forms are available in the parish office or Sts Peter and Paul Church website https://salesiansspp.org/religious-education. Classes are from 9:45 to 11:00 AM on Sundays.

RCIA: 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 2024-2025 sessions  continues through  Pentecost, 2025. Sessions are held every Wednesday from 7-8:30pm in the Don Bosco room. Registration forms and more info may be found at salesiansspp.org/religious-education

Liturgical Calendar
 Sunday              03          The 31^st Sunday in Ordinary Time
 Monday             04          Charles Borromeo; Bishop
 Tuesday            05          Weekday in Ordinary Time
 Wednesday       06          Weekday in Ordinary Time
 Thursday           07          Weekday in Ordinary Time
 Friday                08          Weekday in Ordinary Time
 Saturday            09          The Dedication of the Lateran Basilica
 Sunday              10          The 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time 
 
Your gifts of October 20:                     $2,716.
 Your Gifts of October 27:                   $3,757.              
 Two weeks goal:                               $17,340.
 Shortfall:                                             $10,867.
 World Mission Appeal (Oct. 20):       $1,173.

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!