Deuteronomy 30:10–14; Psalm 69; Colossians 1:15–20; Luke 10:25–37. Moses speaks to a sinful people in the first reading, pleading with them to keep the LORD’s commandments as they repent with their whole heart and soul. In the Gospel, a scholar of the law—of all God’s commandments—goes one step further, asking Jesus what he must do to inherit eternal life. Realizing that loving one’s neighbor is at the heart of the answer, he asks Jesus who his neighbor is. It is in this context that Jesus tells the parable of the Good Samaritan, asking the questioner who was the true neighbor. May today’s readings inspire us to accept the challenge to treat all others—friends or strangers—as worthy of our love.

Domenica 15A Del Tempo Ordinario

La legge di Dio è un dono per la nostra vera libertà. Accolta come espressione del dinamismo della vita, che scaturisce dall’amore, la Legge di Dio permette di entrare nella luce che indica il cammino verso il regno. Il santo Vangelo ci aiuta a vivere la Legge dell’Amore che porta frutti di bene.

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今天的讀經以天主的法律為中心，讀經一：「你們必須聽從上主你們的天主的話，謹守這法律上所記載的誡命和法令」。（申命記30:14）這些法令從一始就銘刻在人的心裏，就是愛！ 今天的福音記述法律博士試探耶穌，詢問有關進入永生之路，耶穌明知他的詭計，要他親自說出進入永生之路是全心、全靈、全力、全意愛上主，并愛近人如愛自己一樣，耶穌用一個故事去表達愛的意義。經師、肋未人看到不幸被刧受傷的人都漠然地走過，沒有動憐憫心，而被猶太人輕視的撒瑪黎雅人卻向他伸出援手。

讀經二（哥一：15-20）說「耶穌是不可見的天主的肖像，是萬物的首生者……是教會的頭。因祂在十字架上所流的血建立了和平」。但祂卻願意以人的形體被人認識，受人愛。祂說：「誰對我最小兄弟中的一個所做的，就是對我做了。 」

今天耶穌也問我們：「你認為這三個人當中，誰是那被刧者的近人？」耶穌要我們認清誰是我們的近人，我們自己可以做誰的近人。祂也對我們說：「你去，也照樣做吧！」

From the Pastor's Desk

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

First, let us be reminded by the confession and teaching of Saint Paul to the community of Colossians in today’s second reading. Christ Jesus is the image of the invisible God, the source of all creation, and the head of the Church. All things were made through him, and through his death on the cross, he brought peace and reconciliation to all. We, too, profess faith in this same Jesus Christ, who is present in all things and holds the answers we seek. In today’s Gospel, through a conversation with a scholar of the law, Jesus teaches that inheriting eternal life is not just about knowing what is right, but it is about doing it. Knowing God’s commandments is not enough; we must live them out in action. “Do this and you will live,” Jesus said to the scholar of the law.

As Jesus enlightens the scholar of the law, he also challenges us to go beyond simply practicing God’s commandments out of obligation. Instead, we are called to act out of love. Jesus shifts the focus from a question of “Who is my neighbor?” to “How can I be a neighbor?” It is no longer about what others do to us but what we can do for others. Jesus invites the scholar and us to look deeply into our hearts for the answer, and the scholar responds correctly. “The one who treated him with mercy.”

Through the example of the Good Samaritan, who was moved with compassion, Jesus shows us what it means to be a true neighbor: someone who crosses boundaries, overcomes prejudice, and shows mercy. We are all travelers on the road of life, and sometimes, it happens that we or others are left beaten and broken along the way. We are called not to ignore them, but to respond with compassion and care, regardless of the differences between us.

It is good to ask sometimes, “Am I too busy to offer a service for others? What may be preventing me from spending a meaningful moment with someone in need?”

Again, we can find answers in Christ Jesus, the image of the invisible God.

Fr. Vien Nguyen, SDB Parochial Vicar

Mass Intentions for the Week

Sunday July 13, 2025 8:45 Ettorina Cardella & Family + 0:15 For the Soul of Paul Tsih + 2:00 Maria Carmella & Paolo, & the Maria & Giuseppe De Martini Families + – John Ringgold + 5:00 Anniversary of the Death of Jose C. Bugayong +

Monday July 14, 2025 7:00 Angelo Sanguinetti + 9:00 Rose Damato Bowles +

Tuesday July 15, 2025 7:00 Ettorina Cardella & Family + 9:00 Joseph Leo Torre & Family + – Theo McKinney +

Wednesday July 16, 2025 7:00 Edward Sabini + 9:00 Frank Germano + – Gaetano D’Amato +

Thursday July 17, 2025 7:00 Edward DeNicolai + 9:00 Giuseppe & Angela Balisteri & Family +

Friday July 18, 2025 7:00 Marco & Sabina Zolezzi + – Mrs. Eileen O’Leary + 9:00 Peter Domenici & Peter Domenici, III +

Saturday July 19, 2025 7:30 Lorraine DeNicolai + 9:00 For the Soul of Martha Bini + 5:00 Juanita Cong (death Anniversary) & Mariano Uy +

Rest in Peace Fr. Stephen B. Whelan, SDB - Lucille Campilongo

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Particular Items

Salesian Summer Camps: Summertime at The Club is packed with exciting activities, for rising 4th graders up through high schoolers. Hours are Monday through Friday, 9am until 6pm. Camp Grigio: Camp Grigio is the summer day camp option for children who are not yet Club age (ages 3 – 8), and runs 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.

Mission Appeal Next Week: Fr. Jose Edayadiyil V.C. , a Vincentian Missionary Priest, will be in our parish on weekend of July 18 & 19, 2025 to participate in our Annual Missionary Cooperation Plan. He will preach at all the Masses next weekend ad will make an appeal on behalf of the Vincentian Missions.

The Vincentian Congregation (V.C.), a missionary sending Religious Congregation, was founded in Kerala, India, modeled after the Congregation of the Mission founded by St. Vincent de Paul

Proceeds from the Mission Appeals in our Parish will be used (1) to provide excellent training and formation for the Vincentian Seminarians; (2) to provide Christ-centered education to thousands of children in the De Paul Schools and job training for the youth in their Technical Colleges; (3) to bring the Gospel to the Non-Christians; (4) to support the New Evangelization Ministry through popular Mission retreats, Bible Conventions and Residential Retreats, etc. bringing a good dose of joy and enthusiasm for the Faith. Please be generous!

Going Away Party for Fr. Vien & Br. Ernie: It’s the sad time of Salesian transfers. Our dear Br. Ernie Martinez (a San Francisco native!) will be transferred to San Luis Rey in Laredo, TX, and Fr. Vien Nguyen, who has been such a blessing, will be transferred to St. Luke’s in Stockton, CA. We will have a going-away reception for them both next Sunday, July 20, following the 8:45 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.

Monthly Vocations Holy Hour at St. Mary’s Cathedral: Join us on August 1 from 4:00-5:00 PM.as we pray a monthly Eucharistic Holy Hour at the Cathedral, “our mother church,” for an increase and strengthening of vocations to the priesthood in the Archdiocese. All are welcome to attend these Eucharistic Holy Hours in response to Jesus’ invitation to “ask the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest”.

Interested in Becoming Catholic or in completing your Sacraments? The OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults) is for those who are unbaptized and who wish to join the faith, or those baptized who would like to complete their other Sacraments. Contact Deacon Edward Te at ete@sspeterpaulsf.org

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.

Archbishops Annual Appeal 2025! This year’s assessment is $65,600. So far, 52 parishioners/families have given $43,455, leaving us with a balance of $22,145. If you can, join the 1% club—give $656! But all amounts are greatly needed and appreciated.

Mark your Calendars! Bay Area Rosary Rally: Join Catholics from all over San Francisco and beyond on October 4 (the Solemnity of St. Francis of Assisi) at the Bay Area Rosary Rally. For early birds the day starts at 7:15AM with a Jubilee Pilgrimage from St. Anthony of Padua on Ceasar Chavez St. to St Mary’s Cathedral. At the Cathedral Franciscan priests will give talks at 9:15 (confession available) and then Archbishop Cordileone will celebrate Mass at 10AM. At 11:30 there will be a Eucharistic Procession while reciting the Rosary and Benediction at noon.

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 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.

OUR JUBILEE YEAR! Our Centennial Celebration and Jubilee Year continues! On November 9-10, 2024 we began the 100 Year Anniversary of Saints Peter and Paul Church. Remember, though, the Jubilee Celebration is for the whole year— including the indulgence granted to us by the Vatican! Let us take this year to gratefully reflect on the gifts given to us by God the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit; to honor those who have come before us, and to preserve our faith and our Church for our posterity! Jubilee Plenary Indulgence: The Apostolic Penitentiary in Rome, charged with the granting of indulgences, has designated Saints Peter and Paul Church in the Archdiocese of San Francisco, California as a Vatican recognized site for Plenary Indulgence and has granted a Plenary Indulgence to the faithful who truly repent and are driven by charity under these certain conditions from November 1, 2024 until November 1, 2025. A Plenary Indulgence may also apply, through the faithful’s own sufferings, to the Souls in Purgatory. Pick up a flyer from the tables for more information.

Liturgical Calendar Sunday 13 The 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday 14 Kateri Tekakwitha; Virgin Tuesday 15 Bonaventure; Bishop, Doctor Wednesday 16 Our Lady of Mt Carmel Thursday 17 Weekday in Ordinary Time Friday 18 Camillus de Lellis; Priest Saturday 19 Commemoration of the Blessed Virgin Mary Sunday 20 The 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Your gifts of July 5 & 6: $2,713. Your gifts of June 28 & 29: $3,942. Two Weeks Goal: $17,340. Shortfall: $10,685. June 29 Peter’s Pence: $1,264.

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!