Acts 2:1–11;. Psalm 104; 1 Corinthians 12:3b–7, 12–13 or Romans 8:8–17 John 20:19–23 . or John 14:15–16, 23b–26. It could be said that the climax of all the readings we will hear today comes in the very first paragraph of the first reading. A strong driving wind . . . tongues of fire . . . speaking in tongues. The Holy Spirit made quite the entrance! But the special effects are only the beginning. With the Holy Spirit, the apostles could be understood by every foreigner, no matter their native language. With the Holy Spirit, we have God dwelling in us, uniting us as one. With the Holy Spirit, we have the fulfillment of Jesus’ parting promise to his disciples, God’s abiding gift to us. Let us be aware of the Holy Spirit within us as we listen to God’s word.

Domenica Di Pentecoste

Lo Spirito è l’anima della Chiesa che conferisce la vita divina, realizza l’unita organica e assicura la continuità nel tempo. La preghiera che la Chiesa innalza a Dio è ispirata dall’Amore che è lo Spirito Santo.

聖神降臨節（若二十：19-23）

我們都知道，天主聖三的道理非常神妙，聖父、聖子我們還可以領悟，因為我們有父子關係的體驗，但是天主第三位的聖神，在做什麼呢？說祂時時處處在聖化我們，但仍是很難領會。對聖神的解釋也許可以從比喻出發

今天是聖神降臨節，讓我寫出一些聽來的比喻 聖神像空氣一樣，沒有顏色、沒有形像、不聲不響，祂的存在和影響不受我們注意，但祂的確存在。沒有祂，我們活不出教友的生活來

聖神像地球周圍的「大氣層」，保護我們的靈魂。

聖神是氧氣，沒有氧氣我們活不了，聖神使我們不知不覺中每天做好事，聖化我們的生命，使我們活在天主的愛之中

聖神是講話時的口氣，沒有聖神的人可以花言巧語。有學問修養的人講話有特殊的口氣，領受聖神的人講話有天主的「口氣」

聖神是勇氣。領受聖神後的宗徒都有勇氣，不但不怕死，並且承認為耶穌受苦是件光榮的事

聖神是志氣。宗徒跟隨耶穌三年，還是沒有什麼志氣，爭權爭利，也不很和氣，領受聖神後很有志氣，大家相親相愛，同心合力為主服務

聖神是喜氣。聖保祿宗徒歸化前充滿怒氣，四處逮捕基督徒送到官裏，領受聖神後，為耶穌受盡痛苦，仍喜氣洋洋，寫出了格林多前書中優美動人的基督愛的誡命。

聖神是和氣，教會和教友在聖神引導下，以寬恕和睦的態度待人接物

聖神是福氣，聖神降臨在聖母身上，使她敢說：「今後萬世的人要稱我是有福的」 總之，有了聖神充就滿神氣。願我們多求聖神給我們神氣

From the Pastor’s Desk

This Sunday, we celebrate Pentecost, a solemn and joyful feast marking three key realities: the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and Mary, the birth of the Church, and the call to mission in the world.

First, Pentecost is the fulfillment of Jesus’ promise to his disciples that he would send the Advocate who would lead them into all truth. Jesus’ ascension was not a departure or abandonment, but a preparation for the coming of the Holy Spirit. In today’s Gospel, even while the doors were locked, the Risen Lord appeared among the disciples and said, “Peace be with you.” Then he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit.” God is faithful to his promises. From Abraham to Moses, through the prophets, and now in the fullness of time, God has revealed his saving plan. Jesus, the only begotten Son, was sent into the world, and now, with the coming of the Holy Spirit, the Church receives the divine breath that gives life and mission.

By receiving the Holy Spirit, the Apostles were given a share in Divine power to forgive sins: “Whose sins you forgive are forgiven them, and whose sins you retain are retained.” As Catholics, we encounter this grace especially in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. The gift of mercy is not a distant idea, but it is alive and at work today through the Holy Spirit. Secondly, Pentecost signifies the beginning of the Church. On that day, Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, delivered his first homily. He boldly proclaimed that Jesus, whom they had crucified, is Lord and has been raised from the dead. His words, rooted in the Scriptures and the prophecy of Joel, pierced the hearts of his listeners. When they asked, “What must we do?” Peter urged them to repent and be baptized. On that day, about 3,000 people were added to their number. This is why we call Pentecost the birthday of the Church: for the first time, the apostles were united in mission, speaking many languages yet proclaiming one message, the Good News of Jesus Christ (Acts 2).

Lastly, Pentecost reminds us that we are a sent people. Jesus said to his apostles, “As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” This is not merely a suggestion but a commissioning. The mission of the Church did not end with the apostles, but it continues in us. Empowered by the Holy Spirit, the apostles went out into the world, even to the point of martyrdom. We give thanks to God for their courage and fidelity.

“As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” These words still echo today. Each of us is called to be a disciple, to be sent into the world to proclaim the Gospel. And, practically to be sent to those who are around us, our family members, our loved ones. We should also remember that we are not doing it alone. The Holy Spirit remains with us, guiding, strengthening, and reminding us of the gifts we have been given.

This Pentecost, may we renew our commitment to the mission entrusted to us. May we welcome the Holy Spirit with open hearts, and may our lives proclaim the mighty works of God. And we can say, it is you, God who make it possible.

Fr. Vien Nguyen, SDB Parochial Vicar

Mass Intentions for the Week

Sunday June 8, 2025 8:45 Luigi Marciano & Giuliana Marciano + 10:15 The Soul of Shirley Tsih + 12:00 Loriano & Anita Belluomini + – Lourice Berbari Bailey + 5:00 The Aicardi, Dal Cin, & Camoriani Families and Stephanie Jones +

Monday June 9, 2025 7:00 Andrea & Genoveffa Sabini + 9:00 Peter Domenici & Peter Domenici, III + – Fr. Anthony Di Falco, SDB +

Tuesday June 10, 2025 7:00 Joseph Leo Torre & Family + 9:00 Amelia DeNicolai + – Fr. Mike Ribotta, SDB +

Wednesday June 11, 2025 7:00 Joseph Pendergast + 9:00 Edward Sabini + – Peter Lavin +

Thursday June 12, 2025 7:00 Esther Ragusa + 9:00 Clementina Bresolin & Giosue Bresolin + – Fr. John O’Brien, SDB +

Friday June 13, 2025 7:00 Ettorina Cardella & Family + – Healing Rose Baglin 9:00 Sisters Antoinette & Mary Pollini, FMA + – In Honor of St. Anthony of Padua

Saturday June 14, 2025 7:30 Gaetano Alioto + 9:00 Antonia D’Ascoli + – Fr. Gabriel Zavattaro, SDB + 5:00 Ruth, Guido, & Gig Ghiglieri + – Vittorio Bacchetti +

Baptisms Natalie Irene Barbarotto

Marriages Alexis Combes & Gaia Andreoletti

Particular Items

Salesian Summer Camps: Summertime at The Club is packed with exciting activities, fun field trips, learning opportunities, and other adventures for rising 4th graders up through high schoolers. Summer hours are Monday through Friday, 9am until 6pm beginning June 6, 2025.

AND Camp Grigio: Camp Grigio is the summer day camp option for children who are not yet Club age (so, for ages 3 – 8), and runs from June 9 – August 8. Visit salesianclub.org/club-programs/summer/ to learn more.

Bible Study with Fr. Vien! Every Thursday Fr. Vien will host weekly Bible Study at 7:00 PM. Come join with others and deepen your understanding of 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.

Class for Lectors and Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon Edward will conduct a class for those wishing to become Lectors or Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist on Saturday, June 14, at 9:30 AM, in the Don Bosco Room.

Don Bosco Study Group: On June 17 the Study Group will meet via Zoom at 4PM. They will read (or view) “Flowers for Algernon” by Daniel Keyes, and will discuss Chapter 8 of our parables book on The Parable of the Barren Fig Tree. For zoom link email franklavin@comcast.net

MARK YOUR CALENDARS: CORPUS CHRISTI PROCESSION! Join us on June 22 as we process with Jesus through the streets of North Beach at our annual Corpus Christi procession! We will be joined by the Franciscans as well as clergy and laity from the other churches in our Deanery, and will process from Saints Peter and Paul to the Shrine of St. Francis of Assisi for adoration and confession. The procession begins following the 1:00 PM Mass.

Archbishops Annual Appeal 2025! This year’s assessment is $65,600. So far, 48 parishioners/families have given $41,444, leaving us with a balance of $24,1566. If you can, join the 1% club—give $656! But all amounts are greatly needed and appreciated.

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).

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.

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 caring for your families in a Christ-centered way!

PLANNED GIVING: One Charitable Gift, A Legacy of Faith! Consider listing Saints Peter and Paul as beneficiary in your Will (it’s advisable to have one). It preserves the mission and values of the church in its ministry. Call for information: Fr. Tho Bui, 415-421-0809 or pastor@salesiansspp.org

Liturgical Calendar Sunday 08 Pentecost Sunday Monday 09 The Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of the Church Tuesday 10 Weekday in Ordinary Time Wednesday 11 Barnabas; Apostle Thursday 12 Weekday in Ordinary Time Friday 13 Anthony of Padua; Priest, Doctor Saturday 14 Commemoration of the Blessed Virgin Mary Sunday 15 The Most Holy Trinity

Your gifts of May 31/June 1: $3,576. Catholic Communications Campaign: $842.

Your Gifts of May 24/25: $2,855. Maintenance Fund: $1,382.

Two Weeks Goal: $17,340. Shortfall: $10,909.

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!