Isaiah 55:10-11; Romans 8:18-23; Matthew 13:1-23 or 13:1-9. Isaiah describes the word of God as fruitful, not returning to the Lord until his will is accomplished. Paul writes to the Romans, addressing human suffering and looking beyond it to the promise of heaven. In the Gospel, Jesus tells the parable of the sower and explains its meaning.

Domenica 15A Del Tempo Ordinario 

Parola di Dio non è solo l’insegnamento che Gesù ci dà, ma anche le azioni da lui compiute. Che i destinatari l’accolgano o la rifiutino essa illumine e orienta I fatti della storia. L’umanità riceve da Cristo il dono dello Spirito Santo, che la guida a cogliere nella sofferenza e nella croce il seme di vita eterna.

常年期第十五主日 

「就如雨和雪，不再返回原處，祇有灌溉田地，使之繁殖萌芽」。（讀經一）耶穌回應依撒撒意亞先知的話，講出了當地人們熟悉的撒種種植的比喻。這比喻耶穌自己已經解釋得很清楚，祂所撒的種子是天主的聖言，也就是天主的恩寵，土地是每人的心田。恩寵的施與，不分種族，不分貧富貴賤，人人有份，任由人自由取之無盡，用之不竭，問題是你想不想要。天主絕不勉強，因為勉強接受不能持久，一遇到多少阻力便心灰意冷，急急放棄。但天主永遠給人機會，因為[木祂知道，人若有心，石地也能變成良田；荊棘叢生也能拔除淨盡，天主從不放棄，祂耐心等待人悔攺，盼望瘠地變良田，結實纍纍。 

耶穌警告我們，有些人心麻木了，他們祇想過暫時的、因循苟且的生活，他們塞住耳朵，閉上眼睛，免得聽了心裏明白，而需要改變生活。這是發人深思的話，願我們警醒、細聽，消化、謹記、實行耶穌的教訓。

From the Pastor’s Desk 

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, 

     For those of us who have worked on a farm, the parable we heard in today’s readings is highly relatable. I can personally relate to this kind of work because of my experience in a rice field. When I was in high school in Vietnam, I used to visit my uncle during the summer and help him work on his rice field. I recall pulling out weeds and seeing rice plants growing in various places, even along the walking paths. What we heard from today’s readings reminds us that God is not only the sower; he is also the one who tills the soil. Our spiritual fruitfulness is not the result of our own labors, but, rather, our responsiveness to God’s work in our hearts. 

    When we look at farmers cultivating the soil to plant seeds in a field, we can picture just how much seed is sown into the ground. There is plenty of it, and yet only a few seeds spring up and bear fruit. Jesus uses the image of sowing seeds to teach us about his words, which guide how we should live and what we should do in our lives. Jesus himself keeps sowing his Word among us as an encouragement, a call, and a challenge. We read and listen to the Scripture all the time, but do we let it take root in our hearts and in our lives? What kind of crop do we let the Word of God produce? God is generous with his Word, but are we generous with our response? As we listen to Jesus speak to us today, let us welcome his Word with an open mind and heart, letting it take root in us, grow, and yield rich soil and a wonderful harvest. 

     There’s a common misunderstanding that arises when we hear today’s Gospel. We know that the different types of soil represent the different responses people can have to God’s word. And yet, many of us presume that if the soil of our hearts is like the rocky ground or the thorny patch, it is up to us alone to till that soil and make God’s word grow in us. 

     As we gather to celebrate this Eucharist, let us ask the Lord to grant us greater awareness, better listening, and deeper discernment as we respond to the ways God is at work in us. May we open our minds and hearts to a greater level of readiness, so that the Lord will be able to produce abundant fruit in our daily lives. 

Have a blessed week!  

Fr. Tho Bui

Mass Intentions For The Week 

Sunday              July 12, 2026

8:45     Celestina Sbragia + – For the People of Saints Peter and Paul
10:15  Soul of Paul Tsih + – Thanksgiving from the Tin Family on the 35th Anniversary of their Arrival in the U.S.A.
12:00  Lorenzo Simi + – Eva Beltrame +
5:00     Healing for Louis Tenzis – Mr. Virgilio Abanilla + 

Monday             July 13, 2026
7:00     Ettorina Cardella & Family +
9:00     Anniversary of the Death of Jose C. Bugayong + 

Tuesday            July 14, 2026
7:00     Angelo Sanguinetti +
9:00     Rose Damato Bowles + 

Wednesday    July 15, 2026
7:00     Ettorina Cardella & Family +
9:00     Joseph Leo Torre & Family +                

Thursday          July 16, 2026
7:00     Edward & Ernest Sabini + – In Honor of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel
9:00     Frank Germano + 

Friday                 July 17, 2026
7:00     Lorraine DeNicolai +
9:00     Nina Ngoc Nhi Duong +                          

Saturday          July 18, 2026
7:30     Marco & Sabina Zolezzi +
9:00     Peter Domenici & Peter Domenici, III +
5:00     Thanksgiving from the Lucchesi Family                       

Baptisms
Oliver Contreras – Dominic Carlo Ghiglieri 

Marriages
Calder Lee & Tina Nguyen 

Rest in Pease
Brenda Wong Jang 

Particular Items 

Second Collection: This weekend we will have a second collection for the poor. 

Bible Study on Vacation: Thursday night Bible Study with Deacon Khoa will resume in September. 

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. 

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.

ATTENTION YOUNG MARRIED COUPLES! We are excited to invite you to the second St. Peter & Paul's Young Married Couples Community Group! Our gathering will be in the Rectory on Monday, July 13, from 6:30–8:00 PM, with complimentary parking available in the church garage. 

This new group is designed for married couples in the Bay Area who have been married for less than 10 years and are looking to build friendships, grow in faith, and connect with other couples in a welcoming community. Drinks and light bites will be provided, and feel free to bring something to share if you'd like. 

National Night Out August 4! Meet the SFPD, fight crime, and have fun! Once again, are proud to host National Night Out on August 5 from 5:00-7:30 PM, on Filbert St., in front of the Church. Join the good officers from SFPD's Central Station and other first responders neighbors, and community organizations. Meet your police officers and enjoy music, cookouts, contests, youth events, and more.  

Don Bosco Study Group: The next meeting of the Study Group will be on August 18 at 4:00 PM, via Zoom. For summer reading, they are diving into “Child of These Tears,” by Molly McNett, an historical fiction novel. For the zoom link or more information, email franklavin@comcast.net.

Archdiocesan Annual Appeal: This year, our Archdiocesan Annual Assessment is $74,903. So far 43 families/parishioners have given or pledged $38,248, leaving us with a balance of $36,655. 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!  

Salesian Young Adult group! 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 always learn more here. yag.salesians.sspp@gmail.com

 Salesian Religious Vocation: St. John Bosco began his ministry to youth in 1841. Today the Salesians continue that ministry for young people in schools, parishes, and youth centers (Salesian Oratories) throughout the world.  Are you thinking of a religious vocation? To talk to a Vocation Director or for more information, please contact us:

Salesian Sisters: Sr. Sydney Moss, FMA - Vocations Coordinator, (210) 317-1341.vocations@salesiansisterswest.org

Salesian Brothers and Priests: Vocations Office, (562) 925-2250, vocations @salesiansf.org.

"Lord send us, to be signs and bearers of YOUR LOVE for the young!"

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. 

Want to go deeper in Salesian Spirituality? Founded by Don Bosco himself, the Salesian Cooperators are an association of Christians living in the world according to the Chrism of Don Bosco. There are monthly formation meeting for those interested. For the Zoom link,  contact Frank Lavin at (415.310.8551, or email franklavin@comcast.net).

Catholic Primary Medical Care right in our Parish! Looking for a new primary care provider? Bella Primary Care offers healthcare in accordance with Catholic principles. They are located at 2000 Van Ness Avenue, Suite 304, in San Francisco. Now scheduling appointments for:

Adolescents: School and sports physicals for ages 12 to 18 years
Women and Men: Comprehensive annual exams & preventative care, diagnosis and treatment
Women's Health: Gynecology, 24-Week Prenatal Program including pregnancy verification, initial ultrasound and blood work.
Fertility: Fertility Optimization Program using natural fertility assessment methods.

For appointments, call 415-775-1500 or email our office at info@bellaprimarycare.org. We look forward to caring for your families in a Christ-centered way! Support Bella’s mission at www.bellaprimarycare.org

Liturgical Calendar
Monday              12          The 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Monday              13          Saint Henry
Tuesday             14          Kateri Tekakwitha; Virgin
Wednesday     15          Bonaventure; Bishop, Doctor
Thursday          16          Our Lady of Mt. Carmel
Friday                17          Weekday in Ordinary Time
Saturday            18          Camillus de Lellis; Priest
Sunday               19          The 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Your gifts of July 5:      $3,766.
Your Gifts of June 28: $2,472.
Second Collection (Peter’s Pence): $930
Your Gifts of June 21: $3,576.
Three Weeks’ Goal:    $26,010.
Shortfall:           $16,196. 

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!