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Online Pastoral Courses
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Filipino
Chinese
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See All Ministries…

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Evangelization
Stewardship

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Calendar of Liturgical Events

Human Dignity & Social Justice

Office of Human Life & Dignity
Restorative Justice
Immigration
Moms in Need
Cuture of Life
Gabriel Project (Pregnancy)
Project Rachel (Abortion Healing)
Human Trafficking
Essay Contest
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Catholic Relief Services

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Office of Communications
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Catholic San Francisco Magazine
San Francisco Católico

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Mission Office

The Pontifical Mission Societies
World Missions Sunday

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Catholic Schools
Catholic Identity Assessment & Formation

Child and Youth Protection

Office of Child and Youth Protection
Victims Assistance
How to Report Suspected Abuse
Safe Environment Guidelines

Administrative Offices

Archbishop
Human Resources
Information Technology & Parish Services

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Catholic Cemeteries
Catholic Charities
Vallombrosa Retreat Center
Parishes

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Find A School
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From the Archbishop

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Online Pastoral Courses
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Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone
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February 14, 2018

Homily for Ash Wednesday

February 14, 2018

Our shared mission is to facilitate and cultivate an encounter with the person of Jesus Christ and His Church. Through our works of charity, preaching the Gospel, standing up for human dignity, prayer, and worship, we share His presence with our neighbors today.

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