Wisdom 9:13–18b; Psalm 90 “In every age, O Lord, you have been our refuge.” Philemon 9–10, 12–17; Luke 14:25–33. Jesus has a sobering, even shocking, warning to would-be disciples in today’s Gospel. In uncompromising language he tells the crowds that whoever wishes to be his disciple must make a total commitment. After all, the apostles left behind their families, their homes, and all their possessions to follow Jesus. As we look at our own commitment from a different perspective, let us pray for the grace to be worthy disciples of the Lord.

Domenica 23A Del Tempo Ordinario

I nostri comportamenti sono spessocausati dalla tirannia degli istinti e daldesiderio di spraffazione. Abbiamo bisogno della sapienza che domandiamo a Dio nella preghiera. San Paolo nel delizioso biglietto all’amico Filemone comincia la rivoluzione delle coscienze che poterà alle grandi scelte sociali.

常年期第二十三主日

今天的福音耶穌用了很嚴厲的言詞：「誰若跟隨我，不惱恨自己的父親、母親……不能做我的門徒。」耶穌當然不是真的要我們「恨」，因為天主是愛，「恨」不是於天的性質。耶穌祇是用這個言詞來加強語氣。這句話可能翻譯成：愛得更多或愛得更完滿，愛得一點都不保留。含有自私成份，有所保留的愛就是愛得不夠，因為祇有天主，在人的心靈和生活上，才有權佔絕對重要的首席地位，我們不能為了愛父母或任何人背離天主；更不能為個人的利益或意願而背棄天主。換句話說，天主要我們自願地、完全輕看世物，為愛天主的緣故隨時願意付出一切。

做耶穌的門徒另一個條件是：背自己的十字架，跟在祂後面走。耶穌自己背着十字架到耶路撒冷加爾瓦略山被釘死，作為祂的門徒應該懷着愛心，謹守祂的誡命，甚至即使為此而冒生命的危險也在所不辭。

耶穌的要求是不是太自太私嚴格了？絕對不是！ 不要忘記祂也說過：「你們為我最小的兄弟做的，就是為我做了.

SAINT WHO?

The Korean Lay Martyrs (1791-1867) Feastday September 20

An early missionary stated that Korean Catholics possessed the perfect disposition for the faith: “Once convinced, they attach themselves to it, in spite of all sacrifices it may cost them.” Christianity came to Korea in the late 18th century, and much of the groundwork was laid through the work of lay converts. Catholic thought had come to Korea through books, and the first Korean Catholics were received into the Church in other countries and then returned to their homeland to evangelize.

Korea at the time had a social system based on Confucianism, and included a large base of lower-class workers and slaves. The educated upper class began to introduce the faith to the other groups, and Catholicism, which united all classes, especially in the Eucharist, as equals and friends, took strong hold. This teaching, however, was viewed by the government as disrupting the social order. Moreover, Catholics refused to participate in the worship of ancestors, which was also perceived as subversive.

Between 1791 and 1867, ten thousand Catholics died in four major persecutions. In 1984, 103 of these were canonized by John Paul II, including 92 lay people. Old and young, these took to heart their status as children of God and were willing to renounce their ancient practice and all temporal goods rather than their heavenly inheritance.

Father of all, through the powerful example of the Korean Martyrs, grant to the faithful, especially the laity, unshakable confidence in their adoptive sonship.

From “The Magnificat” –Fr. Al Mengon, SDB

Mass Intentions For The Week

Sunday September 4, 2022

8:45 The Aicardi, Dal Cin, & Camoriani Families + 10:15 Thanksgiving for Dolores Meehan 12:00 The Pierini & Spes Families + 5:00 Ernesto Piazza +

Monday September 5, 2022 7:00 Edward Sabini + – Louisa Piazza + 9:00 Giovanni Riccio + – Int. Sr. Mary of the Sacred Heart and Sr. Elizabeth & the Carmelite Monastery of Christo Rey

Tuesday September 6, 2022 7:00 Lorraine De Nicolai + - Intention the Family of Joseph & Mary Ann Tarantino 9:00 Louis Greco & Family +

Wednesday September 7, 2022 7:00 Andrea Genoveffa + 9:00 For the Soul of Gelasio Bini + –Eufracio Gerardo Lanta, Jr +

Thursday September 8, 2022 7:00 Virginia Sanguinetti + 9:00 Carlo Romeo +

Friday September 9, 2022 7:00 Louis, Eugenia, & Raymond Raggio + 9:00 Mary & Julio Poggi + – Birthday of Charles ‘Carlo’ Giovannini +

Saturday September 10, 2022 7:30 Joseph Leo Torre & Family + 9:00 Queena Maggiora & Fernanda Matteucci + 5:00 Pietro, Giuseppa, & Vito Curreri & Gig Ghiglieri +

WEEKLY INTENTIONS For each intention mentioned in the group below, i ndividual Masses will be said in our Parishes, Schools or Missions. In Honor of the Infant of Prague

Baptisms Alessandro Plascencia Addison Alejandrino

Marriages Matt Clough & Francesca Colla Julian Jacobsen & Megan O’Meara

Rest in Peace Louise Serafini

Particular Items

Second Collection: Today we have a second collection for the Archdiocese of the Military Services. Please be generous.

Chinese Rosary: Today the Chinese Apostolate prays the rosary in the cafeteria after then 10:15AM Mass.

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

San Francisco Annual Rosary Rally! On Saturday, October 1, you are invited join Catholics from around the Bay Area at San Francisco’s Annual Rosary Rally. The day begins with Mass at 10:00AM at St. Mary’s Cathedral followed by a Eucharistic Procession to St. Boniface Church There will be a Saints Peter and Paul contingent—we will process from the Church to St. Mary’s Cathedral. Learn more here.

Madonna del Lume: On October 2 we celebrate the feast of Madonna del Lume, beloved of the people of Sicily and those of Sicilian ancestry the world over. Mass will be at noon on October 2, followed by the procession to Fisherman’s Wharf.

Please Support Gabriel Project Helping Women in Need In today’s world, Catholics are called to support unborn children and their mothers so that no woman feels she has no choice but abortion. Do you know someone facing an unexpected or difficult pregnancy? Have them call 1-800-910-2848 or visit sfarch.org/gabrielproject.

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

Mark Your Calendars! This year’s Columbus Day Bazaar (the 103rd Annual—that’s one year older than our dear Fr. Armand!) will be on the evening of Friday, October 7, and all day Saturday, October 8 and Sunday, October 9. This is the biggest yearly fundraiser for the Church, School, and Pre-K, and we could sure use your help. Bazaar sponsorship opportunities are available—please call Gibbons or Fr. Tho at 415-421-0809.

Archdiocesan Annual Appeal: Our assessment this year is $29, 415. So far 58 families/parishioners have pledged/given $27,707, leaving us with a balance of $2,208. If you have not yet given, please join your fellow parishioners in meeting this shared obligation.

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

Pre-K Also Accepting Applications: Our Laura Vicuna Pre-Kindergarten is accepting applications for 3 and 4 year-olds. Contact Barbara Simons for info: bsimons@sspeterpaulsf.org

Liturgical Calendar Sunday 04 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Mon-Wed 05-07 Weekdays in Ordinary Time Thursday 08 The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Friday 09 Peter Claver; Priest Saturday 10 Commemoration of the Blessed Virgin Mary Sunday 11 Sunday in Ordinary Time

Your gifts of August 20/21: $2,941. Weekly Goal: $8,670. Shortfall taking from savings: $5,729. Thank You! Your parish appreciated your support!