Acts 10:34a, 37-43; Colossians 3:1-4 or 1 Corinthians 5:6b-8; John 20: 1-9. The first reading tells of how Peter, after encountering the risen Lord Jesus and receiving the gift of the Holy Spirit, is enabled to boldly preach the Gospel message. The second reading reminds us that our lives can be transformed by opening ourselves to the power of the risen Lord Jesus. The Gospel recounts Mary Magdalene going to the tomb of Jesus only to find it empty.

Domenica Di Pasqua

I cristiani invitati a raggiungere in fretta, come Pietro e Giovanni, il sepolcro di Cristo, trovato vuoto, perché non è più “tra I morti Colui che è vivo.” Il messaggio della Pasqua di Risurrezione è il punto nodale dell’avventura cristiana. Ogni credente deve custodirlo nel proprio cuore, e communicarlo ai fratelli.

復活主日

四部福音都記載耶穌死亡和復活的事實，雖然叙述根據聖史想突出的要點而各有不同，但有兩件事實是四部福音都記載的：（一）墳墓是空的。 （二）耶穌曾顯現給一些人。

看到復活的耶穌的人之中有瑪利亞、瑪達肋納、伯多祿、若望，和厄瑪烏二徒、還有號稱狄狄摩的多默。這些人當中，祇有耶穌的愛徒一看見了空的墳墓就相信了主已復活，因為他和耶穌的關係最親密，所以立刻就信了。其他的人都經過耶穌親自對他們說話解釋、一同吃飯擘餅、甚至給他觸摸祂的傷口之後才信的。

今天我們太科學化了，事事講求證據，要有證據擺在眼前才相信。但有一種知識是不需要證據的，因為我們信。為什麼信？天下間沒有圓滿的答案，信就是信，不需證明，也不需要明白，信德是天主的恩賜，我們沒有和耶穌有形體的接觸，但古往今來千萬人信了而覺得實在，所以我也從這信仰的團體中得到證實。

From the Pastor’s Desk

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

Today we celebrate Easter Sunday. It is the core of our faith that Jesus died and was resurrected from death. The Gospel describes how the two disciples, Peter and John, run to the tomb to visit Jesus, and Mary Magdalene also runs to the tomb ahead of the two disciples. Why do they all rush to the tomb on the third day? In Jewish tradition, the most intense morning is on the third day. Mary Magdalene finds the tomb empty. John arrives first, looks in. Then Peter looks in. They also find the empty tomb. Where is the body of Jesus? Mary Magdalene does not know what happened. Peter remembers Jesus told his disciples that he would die and be resurrected. Peter is not sure, but it is a fact he sees the tomb is empty. He hopes that it is true that Jesus has been raised as he told his disciples. John goes inside the tomb and, as the Gospel says, “John saw and believed.” John 20:8-9.

We truly believe that Jesus Christ is risen from the dead. We believe that Jesus conquered death as we profess our faith, “For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate, he suffered death and was buried, and rose again on the third day.” It is the essence of our faith. What if Jesus had not risen from the dead, would not our faith would be baseless? We would live in the darkness (the evil side). Perhaps the devil will laugh at us that they win. They tell us: there will be no eternal life. Since there is no hope, be selfish, no need for charitable works or to care for others. Once we die, it is not necessary to have any prayers or funeral Mass. But it is true that Christ is resurrected and dispelled the darkness, and shines his light to the world. As the children of light and the followers of Christ, we are called to share Christ’s light with our broken world by living a Christian life as Christ wants us to love God, and love one another.

Our parish community does share Christ’s light to others. Evidently, the catechumens and candidate were touched by experiencing our church community’s gathering in prayer and welcoming. On Easter Vigil we welcomed three new members and two candidates who were accepted into our church community. In addition, every Friday during Lent, each group in our parish took turns leading the stations of the cross and afterwards serving a soup supper. Also, Saints Peter and Paul school’s students reflected on the stations of the cross each Friday. It is a way of living Christ’s light among us through these great experiences, that we meditate on the passion of Christ and bond together as a community.

May the risen Christ shine upon us with concrete faith and help us to live our truthful Christian life. I hope that each of us will continue to have strong faith and share Christ’s light to others throughout this Easter and beyond. Let us shout with joy, “Christ is risen! Alleluia! Alleluia!”

Have a blessed Easter!

Fr. Tho Bui, SDB Pastor

Mass Intentions For The Week

Sunday April 9, 2023 7:30 Aurora Piazza + 8:45 The Edward & Eileen Ziomek & Myrtle Lane Fams. + 10:15 For the People of Saints Peter and Paul – Patrick Yeung + 12:00 GB De Martini + – Joe Machi +

Monday April 10, 2023 7:00 Dennis Calvert + 9:00 Domenico, Francesca, Tom, Giuseppe, & Frances Cresci + – Joe Machi +

Tuesday April 11, 2023 7:00 Giuseppe & Angela Balistreri & Family + 9:00 Egisto, Nella & Ivano Daini & Umberto Bozzetto + – Fumiko Satoda +

Wednesday April 12, 2023 7:00 Birthday of Edgardo C. Gamboa 9:00 Gaetano Alioto + – Aurora Piazza +

Thursday April 13, 2023 7:00 Ettorina Cardella & Family + 9:00 Mary Lavin & Joseph Lavin + – Irma Ferro +

Friday April 14, 2023 7:00 Intention Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone 9:00 Edward Sabini + – Luigi & Rosa Mangini +

Saturday April 15, 2023 7:30 Ettorina Cardella & Family + 9:00 Caterina, Antonio, & Albert Romeo + – Joe Machi + 5:00 The Giurlani Family +

Marriages Joseph Balas & Hara Samow Jamal Baugh & Brianne Canepa

Rest in Peace Durdica Glumac All Deceased Saints Peter and Paul Parishioners, Family, & Friends

Particular Items

Eucharistic Adoration & Confession/ Anointing of the Sick: We have Adoration & Confession every Friday, following the 7:00 AM Mass. And on the first Friday of the month we have the Anointing following the 7:00 AM Mass.

Don Bosco Study Group: The Study Group will meet in person in the Don Bosco Room and via ZOOM on Thursday, April 13 at 4PM, and will discuss the book “Ordinary Grace,” by William Krueger (you will enjoy this book, too) “hopefully” led by new Study Group member, Rich Stephens, who along with his Cindy, joined the parish recently. We will also discuss Chapter 5 of “Falling Upward,” by Fr. Richard Rohr, OFM.

Parking Next Week: Next Saturday, April 15 our friends from North Beach Citizens who help the poor in our neighborhood, will be hosting their annual fundraiser in the schoolyard/playground. There will be no upstairs parking. There will be parking for the 5:00PM Mass in the underground garage on Powell Street. There are also 25 places reserved for Mass attendees at the Filbert Street Garage, 722 Filbert St. Pull up in their driveway and there will be someone there who will give you a card for you to show to the parking attendant.

Salesian Community Bingo: The next Salesian Community Bingo will be on April 20. Doors open at 6:00PM, and the fun starts at 6:30! Feel free to bring your own food and beverages. Water and coffee provided. Order tickets at salesianclub.org/events/ or call 415-397-3068. All proceeds benefit the Church, School, and Club.

Handel’s Messiah: On April 22, at 7:00PM, students from the San Francisco Conservatory of music will present Handel’s Messiah in the Church, conducted by Alexander Katsman, and produced and directed by our cantor Phoebe Chee. Admission is free, with a suggested donation of $20.

The Salesian Cooperators (the Salesian Lay Ministry) will start regular monthly formation classes for those who have made their Cooperators promise already. The dates, all by Zoom, are: Thursday, 4-27-23 at 7pm, and Thursday, 5-25-23 at 7pm. Visit ‘Events’ on our website for the ZOOM login info.

Who ARE the Salesian Cooperators? Interested in finding out more about our Salesian mission here and around the world? About concrete ways to share in Don Bosco’s Salesian charism and spirituality while growing in your own spirituality? Consider finding out more of what it means to become a Salesian Cooperator, or a dedicated lay Salesian. Contact Frank Lavin for more info (franklavin@comcast.net, 415.310.8551).

Santa Gemma: On Sunday, May 7, at the 12:00 noon Italian Mass, we will celebrate the feast of Santa Gemma, dear to the hearts of Italians and the Lucchesi worldwide. More details about the celebration will be forthcoming. Santa Gemma, pray for us!

Archdiocesan Annual Appeal: Our assessment this year is $64,663. So far 30 families/parishioners have pledged or donated $16,502, leaving us with a balance of $48,161. If you, can, join the 1% club—give $647! But ALL Parishioners should give SOMETHING! Help us meet this shared obligation!

Saints Peter and Paul Salesian School & Pre-K Accepting Applications: Our K-8 Salesian school is accepting applications for this year and next. Please email Dr. Lisa Harris at the school at lharris@sspeterpaulsf.org, sspeterpaulsf.org/ or Barbara Simons at the Pre-K at bsimons@sspeterpaulsf.org to learn more!

Sponsor a Student! Are you able to help a student receive a Catholic education? We are receiving more request for financial aid than ever before. The Salesians started out by educating the children of the poor and we are not about to stop now, but we need the help of those who have become financially successful. If you’d like to learn more, please call Dr. Lisa Harris at 421-5219 or Fr. Tho Bui at 421-0809.

Salesian Young Adults: Want fun, friends, service and faith? Our Salesian Young Adults invite you to share all of the above as we serve our Church and get to know one another! Visit https://salesiansspp.org/salesian-young-adults

Liturgical Calendar

Sunday 09 Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord Monday 10 Monday within the Octave of Easter Tuesday 11 Tuesday within the Octave of Easter Wednesday 12 Wednesday within the Octave of Easter Thursday 13 Thursday within the Octave of Easter Friday 14 Friday within the Octave of Easter Saturday 15 Saturday within the Octave of Easter Sunday 16 Second Sunday of Easter: Divine Mercy Sunday

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