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From the Archbishop: Homelessness and Human Dignity, Grant eternal rest unto them O Lord
It was an eventful summer. Among the many ups and downs, one of the downs for me was losing a very dear friend and priest mentor of mine since my… Read More
The next bishop of Hong Kong has a giraffe in his coat of arms
Hong Kong is famous for having long been one of the most densely populated urban areas in the world. It is one of the last places on earth one would… Read More
The Archdiocese and the Synod 2021-2023
After the Holy See issued instructions in September, on October 7th the Presbyteral Council unanimously approved a plan for implementing a diocesan synod in the Archdiocese. More details to follow.
World Mission Sunday: Uniting in solidarity with the Missions of the Church
On Sunday, Oct. 24, the Church will celebrate World Mission Sunday—the annual worldwide Eucharistic celebration for the Missions of the Church. World Mission Sunday is an opportunity for Catholics to… Read More
Rice Bowl grants awarded to groups throughout Archdiocese
This year a total of nine parishes and organizations have been awarded Rice Bowl grants to help with the work of hunger alleviation. The grants will be supporting food pantries,… Read More
Upcoming archdiocesan event to celebrate 500 years of Christianity in the Philippines
The year 2021 marks the quincentennial celebration—or 500 year celebration—of Christianity in the lives of Filipinos across the world. To celebrate this milestone, the archdiocese is holding events throughout the… Read More
White Mass honors medical professionals as Christ’s healing presence in midst of pandemic
Doctors, nurses and health care workers attended the White Mass on Oct. 18 at St. Dominic’s Church in San Francisco.
SF Catholic Charities CEO leaving to join Washington State governor’s cabinet
The leader of San Francisco Catholic Charities is leaving to accept a position in the cabinet of Washington State Gov. Jay Inlsee. She will lead the Washington State Department of… Read More
Catholic Schools Superintendent: No COVID-19 vaccine mandates this school year
There will be no COVID-19 vaccine mandate for Catholic school students this school year, Archdiocesan Catholic Schools Superintendent Pamela Lyons announced in a letter to parents this week. The letter… Read More
Archbishop Cordileone invites youth to World Youth Day 2023
Excitement is building for World Youth Day now that the new dates are official. World Youth Day will be Aug. 1-6, 2023, in Lisbon, Portugal, the Vatican announced earlier this… Read More
Catholic lawyers’ guild honors SF lawyer
By Mary Powers The St. Thomas More Society honored San Francisco attorney Matthew F. Graham with its signature St. Thomas More Award, presented to someone who exemplifies the organization’s goal… Read More
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