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Five years of diaconate formation culminates in spring ordination
On May 17, Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone will pray over seven men as they become permanent deacons at their ordination at St. Mary’s Cathedral.
A hands-on approach to truth, beauty, and goodness
The Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist at Marin Catholic High School creatively instill in students the three transcendentals of truth, beauty and goodness through an annual project… Read More
Habemus Papam!
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was elected Pope Leo XIV on Thursday, May 8 — the first pope from the United States. 
Memorial Mass Honors Pope Francis, Celebrates His Legacy of Encounter and Unity
“We’re so grateful, so many have gathered. It’s good that we come together and pray at a moment such as this—especially for our Catholic family, but also for the whole… Read More
Novato parish unites to send teens on ‘Year of Hope’ pilgrimage to Italy
Accompanied by their pastor and youth minister, 15 young pilgrims from St. Anthony of Padua Parish in Novato spent 10 days in Italy this February visiting Padua and other Italian… Read More
Archbishop lauds Respect Life Essay winners: “Thank you for giving us all a good example”
“God shows us once again that he never fails to be full of surprises,” Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone said in the introduction to his homily at Sunday’s Mass for the… Read More
Laudato Si’: How do we learn to praise God?
By Father Bobby Barbato, Ofm Cap. A man nearly blind, for whom the light of the sun and even of fire causes pain, sings the praises of the sun. “Praised… Read More
Pope Francis’ funeral set for Saturday
The funeral for the late Pontiff will take place on Saturday, April 26, 10:00 am Rome Time/1:00 am California Time, at St. Peter’s.

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“The Qualities Needed for the Deacon’s Service to God’s People”
Homily, Ordination of Permanent Deacons; May 17, 2025; St. Mary’s Cathedral
Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone designated to serve on advisory board of Presidential Religious Liberty Commission
On May 15, President Donald J. Trump designated the Most Rev. Salvatore J. Cordileone, Archbishop of San Francisco, to serve on an advisory board of the Religious Liberty Commission. “Religious… Read More
Statement from Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone on the election of Pope Leo XIV
With profound joy, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Pope Leo XIV on his election as the Supreme Pontiff. May his papacy inspire unity and peace to a world in… Read More
“The Legacy of Pope Francis: Imitating God in the Gift of Human Encounter”
Homily for the Memorial Mass for Pope Francis; April 30, 2025; St. Mary’s Cathedral
“Lessons from the Saints on the Movement from Life to Death to New Life”
Homily for the 2nd Sunday of Easter, Year “C”; Mass with the Participants in the Respect Life Essay Contest; April 27, 2025; St. Mary’s Cathedral
Statement by Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone on the passing of Pope Francis
Let us take inspiration from his words and example and put that inspiration into action.  That is the greatest tribute we could give to him.
“The Love from the Encounter with the Risen Christ that Changes Everything”
Homily for Easter Sunday; April 20, 2025; St. Mary’s Cathedral
“El amor del encuentro con Cristo Resucitado que todo lo cambia”
Homilía para Domingo de Pascua; 20 de abril de 2025; Catedral de Santa María de la Asunción

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May 24
Living the Fruits of the Spirit For Deep Nourishment: A Day of Prayer
“The Fruits of the Spirit are indications of God’s presence at work in us,” — Thomas Keating Love, Joy, Peace, Kindness, Faithfulness, Gentleness, Goodness, Patience, and Self-Control—these Nine Fruits are… Read More
May 25
Santo Cristo dos Milagres Parade and Celebration
Sunday, May 25th Parade and Celebration 8:45 am – Parade forms at Santo Cristo Hall 41 Oak Ave South San Francisco, CA 94080 9:00 am – Parade begins, proceed to… Read More
May 30
Life-Giving Wounds Retreat
May 30 – June 1   A Retreat For Adult Children of Divorced/Separated Parents Dealing with our parents’ divorce is not easy but confronting this wound with faith can allow… Read More
Jun 06
Welcoming Celebration of the California Eucharistic Pilgrimage at St. Raphael parish
Join St. Raphael parish as they welcome the Camino de California Eucharistic pilgrimage on June 6, 2025. The parish will gather at Albert Park with Archbishop Cordileone and then process… Read More
Jun 06
Monthly Vocations Holy Hour
Join us as we pray a monthly Eucharistic Holy Hour at the Cathedral, “our mother church,” for an increase and strengthening of vocations to the priesthood in the Archdiocese.  All… Read More
Jun 07
Life Together After Prison – Faith, Healing and Empowerment Retreat, Saturday, June 7, 2025
Life Together After Prison Retreat is designed specifically for formerly incarcerated individuals. Participants will have the opportunity to deepen their faith, build courage, and discover their inner strength. Additionally, attendees… Read More
Jun 07
Presbyteral Ordinations
Deacon Leandro Calingasan and Deacon Emmanuel Gutierrez will be ordained to the priesthood by Archbishop Cordileone at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption on June 7, at 10:00… Read More
Jun 12
Veteran Job and Resource Fair
Join us at our Veteran Job and Resource Fair on June 12th from 11am to 3pm at the San Leandro Veteran’s Memorial Building. Open to all veterans seeking employment, career… Read More

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