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“Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations…”
– Matthew 28:19
Our Mission
The Office of Evangelization of the Archdiocese of San Francisco exists to inspire and equip every member of the Church to live as a missionary disciple. Rooted in prayer, Scripture, and the Sacraments, our mission is to foster a culture of encounter, invitation, and conversion across our parishes and communities.
Through pastoral support, formation, and collaboration, we help individuals and parishes share the joy of the Gospel and bring others into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ.
The Office of Evangelization & Catechesis, guided by the Holy Spirit and in communion with Our Archbishop, accompanies and empowers parishes, school leaders, and ministries to deepen and extend the evangelizing and catechetical mission of our diverse Archdiocese. We strive to draw the faithful into lasting communion with Jesus Christ and one another
🔹 Evangelization Formation
We provide workshops, retreats, and leadership training to form parish staff, volunteers, and lay faithful in the heart of missionary discipleship.
🔹 Parish Support & Strategy
We work one-on-one with pastors and parish teams to assess evangelization efforts, develop pastoral plans, and create more welcoming, vibrant communities of faith.
🔹 Missionary Outreach
We encourage and support outreach efforts in neighborhoods, schools, families, and digital spaces, empowering Catholics to confidently share their faith.
🔹 Multicultural Evangelization
Reflecting the diversity of the Bay Area, we offer support for evangelization initiatives in multiple languages and cultural contexts, ensuring every voice is heard and every heart is reached.
How We Serve
There is no true evangelization if the name, the teaching, the life, the promises, the Kingdom, and the mystery of Jesus of Nazareth, the Son of God are not proclaimed.”
We serve the Archdiocese through:
Witness to the Gospel – modeling the joy and integrity of discipleship.
Prayerful presence – supporting leaders and communities spiritually.
Spiritual formation opportunities – retreats, prayer gatherings, and faith events.
Ministry formation programs – including certification, workshops, and modules for catechists.
Resource development & pastoral planning – providing toolkits, guidelines, and strategic consultation.
Networking & collaboration – fostering partnership across parishes, schools, and ministries.
Support services – volunteer placement, bilingual outreach, and disability inclusion.
Areas of Focus
Formation of Parish Catechetical Leaders – training those who lead faith formation ministries.
Catechesis Across Life Stages – early childhood to adult confirmation and ongoing discipleship.
Sacramental Preparation – deepening readiness for baptism, Eucharist, confirmation.
Ministry to Persons with Disabilities – ensuring accessible, joyful participation.
Multicultural Ministry – supporting diverse communities (Hispanic, Asian, African‑American, etc.).
We’re here to accompany pastors, catechists, families, and volunteers. Whether you’re building a parish formation plan or seeking training for discipleship, we’re ready to support you.
- Evangelization Ministries
- One Peter Yorke Way, San Francisco, CA 94109
