Acts 2:1-11; 1 Corinthians 12:3b-7, 12-13; John 20:19-23.  The first reading recounts the dramatic coming of the Holy Spirit to the disciples — and their resulting ability to speak in different tongues. In his Letter to the Corinthians, Saint Paul writes that while there are different kinds of spiritual gifts, there is but the same Spirit, and the same God. In the Gospel, Jesus appears to the disciples in a locked room, gives them the Holy Spirit, and grants them the authority to forgive sins.

Domenica di Pentecoste 

Con la Pentecoste, prende corpo l’impegno della comunità mandata ad annunciare le grandi opera di Dio. La Chiesa si fa annunciatrice di un messaggio nuovo, rivolto ad ogni uomo, chiamato ad inserirsi nella grande famiglia, edificata sull’amore di Gesù.

 聖神降臨節 

聖母藉聖神的德能懷孕生了耶穌，耶穌藉祂的聖神開始了另一個新的創造 —— 祂的奧體 ——教會，因此聖神降臨之日可以說是教會的生日。 

耶穌復活後多次顯現給門徒，命他們到普天下去教訓萬民，給他們付洗，今天祂又交給他們赦罪的權柄，但門徒們都是軟弱的、沒有多少知識的人，他們大部份都是漁夫，怎能承擔這重任呢？所以祂向他們吹了一口氣，象徵聖神要降臨到他們身上。耶穌要他們祈禱、準備，迎接這偉大的時刻。今天的讀經一，我們讀到他們在祈禱中，聖神藉火舌的形象，降到他們的身上，他們都充滿聖神，他們不再軟弱了， 勇敢地出外傳教，而且能說外方的語言。 

我們領了堅振聖事後，聖神的七個恩典：敬畏、孝愛、聰敏、剛毅、超見、明達、上智，圓滿地傾注在我們身上，就像當年降臨在宗徒身上一樣。我們的靈魂有了不能磨滅的屬神的印記。藉着聖神的幫助，成為基督的勇兵。作為勇兵不一定需要出生入死去打仗，而是要時常記得以言以行去為基督作證。就像我們勇敢的龔品梅主教，和世界上不少人，為了信仰，忍耐、仁愛地去面對牢獄之苦；或是每日勤懇懇守好天主的誡命，愛主愛人，也是基督的勇兵。

From the Pastor’s Desk 

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

Today we celebrate Pentecost, the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Pentecost is the fiftieth day after the Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. The disciples gather in the upper room, the same room where they ate the Last Supper with Jesus. They are frightened that the authorities may search for them and arrest them, just as they did to Jesus. Through the locked doors, Jesus comes, stands among them, and says, “Peace be with you.” Then, Jesus breathes the Holy Spirit upon them and charges them to go out and proclaim the Good News. Catholic Faith shares a great reflection on the Feast of Pentecost.: 

“Today we celebrate Pentecost, known to be the birthday of the Church. Birthdays are a time of celebration and recognition of our beginnings. It is a time to reflect on identity. Our Liturgy of the Word today reveals important elements of what it means to be Church.  

In the first reading, the Holy Spirit is described as a strong driving wind that fills an entire house. Imagine the power in this imagery. It is inescapable and full of energy. We can see this same vitality in the Church’s work as a force for good in the world. Parishes bring together people of all different walks of life to share lives of faith. Works of mercy are undertaken to meet the needs of communities around the world. Individuals find healing and hope in the grace of the sacraments. In each of these areas and in so much more, we can feel the rush of the Spirit, swirling around us and moving us forward together.  

The first reading also describes the Holy Spirit as resting on each of the disciples. Indeed, all of us, especially those who have received the sacrament of confirmation, have received the Holy Spirit. We each have a part to play in the Church. This is affirmed by the second reading today. As Saint Paul reflects, There are different kinds of spiritual gifts but the same Spirit; there are different forms of service but the same Lord; there are different workings but the same God who produces all of them in everyone. God has deliberately given each of us our own spiritual gifts to serve the world. Although our gifts are different, we are one in the Spirit.  

In the Gospel, Jesus appears after his death and resurrection to his disciples, offering peace and the Holy Spirit. Let us take peace and the Holy Spirit with us as we celebrate the Church’s birthday. Let us take stock of the gifts we have been given and thank God for them. Let us also give thanks for the gifts he has given to others. Perhaps there are even gifts we feel called to put into practice, but we have not acted upon yet. Let us have the sense of peace and courage to move past fear and use them as God calls us.

As we celebrate the birth of the Church, let us remember that it began with disciples going out into the world. Today, we are those disciples with that call. May we find peace in our ongoing discernment of what gifts God has given to us. May we remember that he is always with us, including in a special way in the Eucharist. May we share this beautiful Spirit with all of those around us. 

Happy Feast of Pentecost! 

Fr. Tho  

Mass Intentions For The Week 

Sunday              May 24, 2026
8:45     Elia & Franco Bruno +
10:15  Anniversary of the Death of Ingrid Maya De Leon +
12:00  Loriano & Anita Belluomini + – Madeline & Frank Curreri +
5:00     Steve, Lena, & Louise Cuneo + – Giulio Guidi + 

Monday             May 25, 2026
7:00     Lorenzo & Angela Lazio & Family + – Birthday of Fortunato D’Ascoli +
9:00     Joseph Maggiora & the Maggiora Family + – Deceased Daughters of Mary Help of Christians + 

Tuesday            May 26, 2026
7:00     Virginia Sanguinetti +
9:00     Special Blessings for Jerry Bini, Jr. – Fr. Austin Conterno, SDB + 

Wednesday    May 27, 2026
7:00     Joan Coker +
9:00     Birthday of Giuliana Marciano + ‑ Alejandrina Valdes & Victor Gato Alentero +                 

Thursday          May 28, 2026
7:00     The DeNicolai Family +
9:00     Angelo Sanguinetti + – Nina Ngoc Nhi Duong + 

Friday                 May 29, 2026
7:00     Edward & Ernest Sabini +
9:00     Antonio Corona + – The Sanguinetti Family +                           

Saturday          May 30, 2026
7:30     Joseph Leo Torre & Family +
9:00     Felice & Carmella Fazio & Family + - Nicola Bertolotti +
5:00     Francesca Travaglino Schaeffer +           

Marriages
Eugeniu Spivacenco & Grace Goce 

Rest in Peace
Lourdes Borzoni – John Borzoni, Jr. 

Particular Items 

Second Collection: Today we will have a special collection for our Salesian province. This collection will help the vital work of our Salesian schools, youth ministry and missions. 

Bible Study! Deacon Khoa leads Bible Study every Thursday at 7:00 PM. Come join us in exploring the word of God! 

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. 

Eucharistic Pilgrimage Arrives Here March 30! Pilgrims on Day Two of the Camino de California will arrive at Saints Peter and Paul on May 30 for a 10:30 AM Holy Hour. This is open to everyone and all parishioners are invited to join in an hour of Eucharistic Adoration! 

玫瑰經 Chinese Apostolate First Sunday Rosary: The Apostolate meets every first Sunday of the month, following the 10:15 AM Mass, to pray the Rosary in the Don Bosco Room. 

Corpus Christi Procession!  Mark your calendars for June 7, the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. We will have our annual Corpus Christi Procession from Saints Peter and Paul over to our friends at the  National Shrine of St. Francis of Assisi, on Columbus and Vallejo Streets. Schedule:
12:00   Mass at Saints Peter and Paul
1:00      Eucharistic Procession to St. Francis of Assisi
1:30      Holy Hour reflection on Stt. Francis and the Eucharist
                by Fr. Bobby Barbato, OFM, Cap.
2:30     Benediction followed by a reception at the Shrine.

The Don Bosco Study Group will meet June 9 at 4:00 PM, via Zoom. They will finish Fr. Ron Rolheiser's book, and for June, the selection will be “Theo of Golden”, by Allen Levi. 

Topic: Don Bosco Study Group
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JUNE 20: Salesian Young Adult MOVIE NIGHT! Join the Young Adults as they gather on June 20 in the Rectory for movie night. THE YAG has Bible study, board games, monthly Mass, volunteering, excursions and so much more. Events will be posted weekly on the Grapevine, the website for young Bay Area Catholics, and you can learn more here. yag.salesians.sspp@gmail.com

Upcoming Italian Marian Feasts! On Saturday, June 27, we celebrate La Festa della Madonna della Grazie. Mass is at 11:00 AM, followed by a luncheon at the San Francisco Italian Athletic Club. Deadline for luncheon tickets is June 15. For more information or tickets visit salesiansspp/events. And the next day, Sunday, June 28, we celebrate San Calogero, patron of Sciacca, Sicily at the 12 noon Italian Mass. Madonna delle Grazie and San Calogero, pray for us.

Archdiocesan Annual Appeal: This year, our Archdiocesan Annual Assessment is $74,903. So far 31 families/parishioners have given or pledged $19,188, leaving us with a balance of $55,715. If you are able, consider joining the 1% club—give $749. If you do that monthly over the next 10 months it’s $75 a month—just $2.50 a day—less than a cup of coffee! 

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, or Jessyca Ng at the Pre-K at jng@sspeterpaulsf.org to learn more. 

Sponsor a Student! The Salesians started by educating the children of the poor and we are not about to stop now—but like Don Bosco before us we need your help! We invite financially able parishioners to help with this ministry. Please call Fr. Tho at 415-421-0809 or Dr. Lisa Harris at 415-421-5219.

Catholic Medical Care right in our Parish! Bella Primary Care offers primary & pediatric healthcare in accordance with Catholic principles. They are located at 2000 Van Ness Avenue, Suite 304, in San Francisco. Now scheduling appointments for:
PEDIATRICS: Wellness visits for ages 6 months to 18 years with our pro-life pediatrician Dr. Tammy Mahaney.
WOMEN and MEN: Comprehensive annual exam.
EXPECTANT MOMS: Pregnancy verification, initial ultrasound and blood work.
FERTILITY: Initial and follow-up appointments using natural fertility assessment methods.

For appointments, call 415-775-1500 or email our office at info@bellaprimarycare.org. We look forward to serving you in a Christ-centered way!

Liturgical Calendar
Sunday             24          Pentecost Sunday
Monday            25          The Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church
Tuesday            26          Philip Neri; Priest
Wednesday     27          Augustine of Canterbury; Bishop
Thursday           28         Weekday in Ordinary Time
Friday                29         Weekday in Ordinary Time, Paul VI; Pope
Saturday           30         Commemoration of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Sunday              31         The Most Holy Trinity

Your gifts of May 16 & 17        $4,414.
Weekly Goal:                                $8,670.
Shortfall:                                         $4,256.
Catholic Communications Campaign: $826. 

We are always in shortfall. Fr. Tho asks for your help Please consider donating an amount equal to a breakfast or lunch or movie ticket. Your parish needs & appreciates your support!