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Being Catholic in San Francisco means being on mission—but not alone. In our beautiful and historic coastal city, we hear echoes of our missionary past in the modern women and men who bear the same hope as those who founded our hometown. Catholic SF shares their stories and helps to bring our community of faith together.

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Models of Unity: Ordinations Highlight Local Vocations and Global Mission
In a solemn Mass, Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone ordained deacons Leandro Calingasan and Emmanuel Gutierrez to the priesthood for the Archdiocese of San Francisco, and Br. Francis Xavier Khoi Trong… Read More
New Icon commissioned for St. Anthony Foundation’s 75th anniversary
By Catholic San Francisco As part of its 75th anniversary celebration, the St. Anthony Foundation in San Francisco commissioned a unique icon of St. Anthony of Padua, which will be… Read More
Called to Serve
Speaking with the newest priests of the Archdiocese, the call to their vocation was clear and they have a deep desire to lay down their lives to serve the people… Read More
Local bishops help launch first ever pilgrimage of California missions
California pilgrimage meets National Eucharistic Pilgrimage as both conclude on June 22 By Christina Gray Archbishop of San Francisco Salvatore J. Cordileone, Oakland Bishop Michael C. Barber, S.J. and Santa… Read More
Vatican Grants Holy Door and Plenary Indulgence at San Francisco’s Sts. Peter and Paul Church
The Vatican has designated the site as a place where the faithful have the opportunity to obtain a plenary indulgence in honor of the church’s 100-year anniversary. 
Coming Together for a Grateful Cause
Over the span of two weeks, the St. Timothy Catholic School community came together to decorate 162 pillowcases for Operation Pillowcase, each one personal and full of gratitude.
The nation’s first Center for Sainthood Studies is being established at St. Patrick’s Seminary & University
The groundbreaking initiative aims to provide a roadmap for advancing candidates for canonization and increasing the chances of American candidates achieving sainthood.
Jubilarian event honors priests celebrating milestone anniversaries
On the evening of May 14, at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption, priests of the Archdiocese of San Francisco gathered to honor their brother priests celebrating significant… Read More
Young Adult Beloved Dinner draws record crowd in San Francisco
By Catholic San Francisco The Archdiocese of San Francisco hosted a memorable Young Adult Beloved Dinner with more than 220 young adults participating at the Cathedral of St. Mary of… Read More

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Jun 13

St. Boniface Catholic Church
10:00am – 2:30pm

75th Anniversary Celebration for St. Anthony Foundation
St. Anthony Foundation is celebrating 75 years! There will be a special Anniversary Liturgy on the Feast of St. Anthony on June 13. Please see the flyer for various events from 10am-2pm. 10am Veneration of the St. Anthony relic 11:30am Rosary 12:15 Eucharistic Liturgy 1:15 Reception &[…]

Jun 13

STAR OF THE SEA CHURCH
7:00pm – 9:00pm

STAR OF THE SEA SPEAKER SERIES, Presentación por el Padre JAVIER OLIVERA RAVASI
Presentacion en Español por el Padre Ravasi, Vicario Parroquial de la iglesia Star of the Sea, quien hablara acerca de su libro “La Contrarrevolución Cristera.” Venta y Firma de libros despues de la presentación.

Jun 14

Mission Dolores Basilica
8:00am – 9:00am

Excell Network Breakfast, Saturday, June 14, 2025
Excell Network Monthly Breakfasts are open to anyone who wants to support scholarships for justice-involved students, get to know their stories, and build community. For more information contact Julio Escobar at [email protected] or call 415 614-5572 To get a ticket[…]

Jun 21

St. Mark Catholic Church
8:00am – 9:00am

Excell Network Breakfast, Saturday, June 21, 2025
Excell Network Monthly Breakfasts are open to anyone who wants to support scholarships for justice-involved students, get to know their stories, and build community. For more information contact Julio Escobar at [email protected] or call 415 614-5572 To get a ticket[…]

Jun 21

Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption
10:30am

Sistine Chapel Exhibit at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption
The Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption will host a unique exhibit featuring art from the Sistine Chapel from June 21 – September 14, 2025. With special expertise and care, the ceiling paintings from the Sistine Chapel have been reproduced in a truly unique way using licensed high[…]

“The Priest’s Call to Lead the Way for the Church to Model Unity for the World”

Homily for Mass of Ordination of Priests and Transitional Deacon; June 7, 2025; St. Mary’s Cathedral

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So, what was Vatican II all about?

A short course with Mark Brumley

The Second Vatican Council remains controversial in some Catholic circles.  Many people see it as involving a radical break from the Catholic past, for good or bad. Others, such as the popes since the Council, see it as a renewal and reform of the one-and-the same Catholic Church.

Tuesday nights at 7 PM PT (San Francisco) on October 5, 12, 19, 26, November 2, 9

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