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The Solemnity of Christ the King and Michelangelo’s ‘The Last Judgement’
Spiritually, The Last Judgement reminds viewers that in this life, man lives under God’s mercy. When the world ends, he will live under His justice.
St. Peter Claver: ‘Slave to the slaves’
He is also the namesake of one of the nation’s largest Black Catholic organizations, the Knights of Peter Claver founded on Nov. 7, 1909.
Engaged Learning : Serving God and the blind for more than 120 years
The Xavier Society for the Blind, based in New York, is the only Catholic organization that actively provides reading and audio materials to the visually impaired for free.
Our Lady of Loretto School rallies to restock food pantry
In a heartwarming show of community spirit and generosity, the students and staff of Our Lady of Loretto School rallied to restock the parish food pantry following a critical shortage.… Read More
Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church celebrates centennial celebration weekend
Affectionately known as “The Italian Cathedral of the West,” Sts. Peter and Paul has since become a landmark of cultural and spiritual significance in San Francisco, welcoming generations of families through its doors. 
Father Roy Remo installed as pastor of St. Charles and St. Matthias parishes
“I am grateful to Father Roy for his presence and work in our Archdiocese. He has been a valued collaborator with me during his years here. I am very grateful… Read More
Sausalito nonprofit sets sail for veteran healing
An all-volunteer crew captained by a former Navy pilot has anchored hopes for helping fellow veterans combat anxiety, depression, post-traumatic-stress disorder and other mental scars of military service in a… Read More
Giving and giving thanks around the Archdiocese
By Christina Gray One of the best ways to count one’s blessings at Thanksgiving is by sharing them with others. Catholic San Francisco has compiled a list of these opportunities… Read More
From prescriptions to prayer
Sister André Marie Vuong stepped away from a successful career as a pharmacist after a life-changing encounter with the Blessed Sacrament.
Father Ivan Tou installed as pastor of Old St. Mary’s Cathedral and Chinese Mission
Father Tou comes to the parish after serving for many years as the pastor of Newman Hall-Holy Spirit Parish at the University of California, Berkley. 
Praying for the souls in purgatory 
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery in Colma held a special All Souls Day Mass celebrated by retired San Francisco Auxiliary Bishop William Justice on Saturday, November 2, to pray for the… Read More

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