Praying for Pope Francis
Living the
Consecration
In response to a request from some of the faithful of the Archdiocese of San Francisco, I consecrated the Archdiocese to the Immaculate Heart of Mary on October 7, 2017.
Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone
Walking With
Moms In Need
“Every human life, unique and unrepeatable, has value in and of itself; it is of inestimable value”
Pope Francis
Immigration
Resources
The Office of Human Life & Dignity has gathered resources to support our immigrant communities
2025 Jubilee
Year of Hope
Pope Francis has designated the 2025 Holy Year as a time to renew ourselves as “Pilgrims of Hope.”
Archdiocesan Annual Appeal
“Do everything for the glory of God.”
1 Corinthians 10:31
Latest from Catholic San Francisco Magazine
New president to lead Dominican School of Philosophy & Theology
Father Albert Duggan, O.P., has been appointed new president of the Dominican School of Philosophy & Theology (DSPT) effective July 2025.
Hundreds gather for the Rite of Election in San Francisco
Rite of election is a pivotal step for more than 650 individuals from 57 parishes—384 candidates and 269 catechumens—on their journey toward full communion with the Catholic Church.
Local Catholic software engineer wins “Truth and Beauty Award”
In just under four minutes, 26-year-old Randall Williams contrasts the empty allure of social media “scrolling” with the lasting peace he found after returning to his childhood faith.
Radiating the joy of marriage
Neary 150 couples participate in Wedding Anniversary Mass By Ed Hopfner Nearly 150 couples joined Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone on Saturday, February 22, for the annual Wedding Anniversary Mass at… Read More
St. Anne’s Home closes after 124 years
By Christina Gray For more than one century, St. Anne’s Home in San Francisco has cared for needy seniors in their final years, including dozens of priests of the Archdiocese… Read More
Pope Francis was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital
The Vatican notified the public that tests had shown that Pope Francis had developed “bilateral” or double pneumonia
“Date kits” help Catholic couples connect during National Marriage Week
The kits included candy and an interactive dice game that invited spouses to “roll the dice” to express love for their spouse in a dozen loving ways.
Learning how to be married
Ongoing formation for Catholic couples can help marriages thrive By Christina Gray George and Maureen Arriola have been married for 19 years. Their easy smiles and affectionate manner together suggests… Read More
Latest from Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone
Letters, statements, articles, and memos
“Giving Something Up Is Doing Something Positive: The Spiritual Side of the Pain-Pleasure Principle”
Homily for the 1st Sunday of Lent, Year “C”; March 9, 2025; St. Mary’s Cathedral
“Freely Choosing to Suffer with Christ for Solidarity with the Poor”
Homily, Friday After Ash Wednesday; Mass for High School Teachers’ Convocation; March 7, 2025; Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption
“Lessons from St. Jeanne Jugan on Living the Mystery of Love”
Homily for Mass with the Little Sisters of the Poor/Closing of St. Anne’s Home 7th Sunday in Ordinary Time February 23, 2025; St. Dominic’s Church.
“Marriage: the Number One Weapon in the Fight to Defeat Evil”
Homily; Married Couples’ Anniversary Mass; Feast of the Chair of St. Peter; February 22, 2025; St. Mary’s Cathedral
Letter from Archbishop Cordileone on immigration
While the politics and policies that govern immigration law and enforcement can be complex, I would like to reinforce with you some guiding principles that were shared in a joint… Read More
Carta del Arzobispo Cordileone sobre la inmigración
Si bien la política y las políticas que rigen la ley y el cumplimiento de la ley de inmigración pueden ser complejas, me gustaría reforzar con ustedes algunos principios rectores… Read More
“Doing Our Part to Trust in Divine Providence”
Homily, Mass for the Celebration of the Lunar New Year; February 8, 2025; St. Mary’s Cathedral
“Do everything for the glory of God.”
Archbishop Cordileone’s letter for the 2025 Archdiocesan Annual Appeal
Latest events from around the Archdiocese
Mar 18
Essential Catholicism Lecture Series – Lecture two on the Origins of the Catholic Church
Join St. Pius Catholic Church for a Lenten Lecture Series by Father Gregory Heidenblut, OSA, D. Div., director of Education and Formation of Priests for the Archdiocese of San Francisco.… Read More
Mar 19
“Exploring the Mystery: The Shroud of Turin”
Join St. Patrick’s Seminary and University on Wednesday, March 19 at 5 p.m., for a talk on the Shroud of Turin by the Very Rev. Peter B. Mangum and Cheryl… Read More
Mar 25
Essential Catholicism Lecture Series – Lecture three on Apostolic Tradition
Join St. Pius Catholic Church for a Lenten Lecture Series by Father Gregory Heidenblut, OSA, D. Div., director of Education and Formation of Priests for the Archdiocese of San Francisco.… Read More
Mar 25
Taizé Prayer
Taizé, an ecumenical service, of prayer and song surrounding the cross done in a spirit of peace and reconciliation. Join St. Bartholomew Parish Taizé Prayer. It is an evening of… Read More
Mar 29
What’s Next in Your Life? A Spiritual Guide to Retirement and Purposeful Aging.
Jim Briggs, author and Executive Director of the School of Applied Theology will present on the opportunities of living a meaningful and fulfilling retirement. He will share ways to enrich… Read More
Mar 29
YCP Lenten Retreat: “Metanoia – A Deep Change of Heart”
Come join the Young Catholic Professionals for a free Lenten Retreat with fellow young Catholics ages 20-40! Please see the event website to register. Jesus tells us, “The time is… Read More
Mar 30
ValLimar Jansen LIVE! – A Musical Celebration of Faith, Hope and Love
Experience ValLimar Jansen LIVE! Enjoy an extraordinary musical celebration of “Faith, Hope, and Love.” See a unique blend of storytelling, music and inspirational messages from an award winning performer recently… Read More
Apr 01
Essential Catholicism Lecture Series – Lecture four on Tradition
Join St. Pius Catholic Church for a Lenten Lecture Series by Father Gregory Heidenblut, OSA, D. Div., director of Education and Formation of Priests for the Archdiocese of San Francisco.… Read More
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