Acts 15:1–2, 22–29: Psalm 67 “O God, let all the nations praise you!” Revelation 21:10–14, 22–23; John 14:23–29. Each of today’s readings looks toward the future while assuring us of God’s continuing presence with us. The apostles rely on the Holy Spirit to guide them as to which Mosaic practices are necessary for all Christians. The author of Revelation envisions a new Jerusalem, radiant in the glory of God. In the Gospel, Jesus tells his disciples that the Father would send the Holy Spirit to teach them, to remind them of his words, and to advocate for them. In the presence of the Spirit, let us listen to God’s word.

Domenica 6A Di Pasqua

La luce della verità è stata accesa nei nostra cuori con il dono della fede, che rende sicura la nostra libertà, corregge le opinioni distorte, vince i pregiudizi e la paure ed edifica la giustizia. Bisogna cercare, confrontarsi, portando nel cuore la fiducia verso lo Spirito che è continuamente all’opera durante la nostra peregrinazione terrena, per aiutarci a comprendere la Parola che il Signore ci ha donato.

From the Pastor’s Desk

“Whoever loves me will keep my word, and my Father will love him, and we will come to him and make our dwelling with him.” (John 14:23)

We’ve all experienced it: the moment someone special walks into the room, and suddenly the atmosphere shifts. Energy rises, conversations become livelier, smiles emerge, and laughter flows more freely. That one person brings with them a special light, a kind of contagious joy. Whether it’s a close friend, a beloved family member, or someone with a natural gift for lifting others' spirits, their presence makes everything better. Because of this, we find ourselves drawn to them, and we want them around as much as possible.

Who is that person to you? The Gospel today invites us to recognize a far greater presence, one whose arrival does not just shift the atmosphere temporarily but transforms it forever: the presence of God Himself. Jesus offers us something truly precious. He says that if we love Him and keep His word, then not only will He come to us, but He and the Father will make their dwelling with us. God does not just come for a brief visit. He desires to stay. To remain. To live within us.

Think about that for a moment: the Creator of the universe wants to make His home in your heart. And His presence does more than bring joy or energy, it brings deep peace, stability, and a sense of purpose that nothing in this world can match. As Jesus says to his disciples, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give it to you.” He brings healing where there is hurt, light where there is confusion, and calm where there is chaos.

But God’s dwelling within us is not automatic. It is an invitation, and we play a part. “Whoever loves me will keep my word.” That is our side of the relationship. We are called to respond to God’s love with obedience: to listen to His voice in Scripture, to follow His example of love and mercy, and to live in a way that reflects our trust in Him. When we do this, when we express our love for Him not just with our words but with our lives, we make room for Him to dwell within us.

This week, take a moment to reflect: Is God a visitor in your life, or is He at home in your heart? Do you turn to Him only when it is convenient, or is His word a guiding light in your daily decisions? God’s love is always ready, always near, but He waits for us to open the door. And let us make a sincere effort this week to love Jesus more deeply by keeping His word faithfully. In doing so, we welcome not only His blessings but also His very presence, which transforms our lives and becomes a blessing to everyone around us. Fr. Vien Nguyen, SDB Parochial Vicar

Mass Intentions For The Week

Sunday May 25, 2025 8:45 Ida, Rinaldo, Christina, & Marua DeMartini & Gary Wood + 10:15 The Birthday of Fortunato D’Ascoli + 12:00 For the People of Saints Peter and Paul – Giovanna Ditano Gaskell + 5:00 Giulio Guidi +

Monday May 26, 2025 7:00 Special Blessings for Jerry Ortega Bini 9:00 Fr. Austin Conterno, SDB + – Sharon Shipanoff +

Tuesday May 27, 2025 7:00 Joan Coker + 9:00 Birthday of Giuliana Marciano +– Nila Massanti +

Wednesday May 28, 2025 7:00 The Sanguinetti Family + 9:00 Dominic & Frank Romeo + – Doreen Bodeker +

Thursday May 29, 2025 7:00 Antonio Corona + 9:00 Maria Russo & Luigi Cinelli + – Fr. Tom Prendiville, SDB +

Friday May 30, 2025 7:00 Edward Sabini + 9:00 Felice , Carmella, Biagio & Pina Fazio + – Fr. David Purdy, SDB +

Saturday May 31, 2025 7:30 Joseph Leo Torre & Family + 9:00 Inez Leon + – Thanksgiving to Sr. Antoinette Pollini for 70 Years of Service 5:00 Enes & Carmella Greco & Irene Zamzi +

Marriages Stephen Schumacher & Ciara Fogarty

Charles Fisher & Francesca Puccinelli

Rest in Peace John Joseph Little

Particular Items

Farewell and Thank You, Mrs. Simons! As this school year comes to a close we bid a sad farewell to Mrs. Barbara Simons, the founder and Director of our Laura Vicuña Pre-Kindergarten. Mrs. Simons founded the Pre-K (the oldest Catholic Pre-K in the City) in 1987, under the pastorate of Fr. Jerry Bonjean, and she has shepherded it for almost 40 years.

Barbara has nurtured generation upon generation of children, (at least 1,000) most of whom went on to Saints Peter and Paul School. There are not enough words to describe what that has meant, how much she has given to so many, how many young lives have been pointed in the right direction! An indication of how important the Pre-K has been in so many lives is the testimony of those who have attended and have such fond memories. But we are a family here, and her work at the Pre-K is only a part of what Barbara has given. She has been a trusted advisor, bazaar chair, parish council member and much more.

For the past two years Barbara has been working hard with Ms. Jessyca Ng, who will serve as our new Director. Barbara is irreplaceable, but we have full confidence that Jessyca will carry on her great work and keep the Laura Vicuña Pre-K a beacon of Salesian education. If you would like to send Barbara a thank you note or token of appreciation, please send to Barbar Simons, Laura Vicuña Pre-Kindergarten, 660 Filbert St. San Francisco, CA 94133.

Salesian Bingo: The next Salesian Bingo is on Wednesday, May 28. Registration is at 6:00 PM, play starts at 6:30. Come meet friends and support the Salesian Boys’ and Girls’ Club. Call 415-397-3068 for tickets.

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 of 2025 Graduation Mass: On Friday, at 5:00 PM, we celebrate the Baccalaureate Mass for our graduating class of 2025. We will miss you, class of 2025, but we know you will make us proud! And remember Saints Peter and Paul Church and School will always be your home!

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.

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 process from Saints Peter and Paul to the Shrine of St. Francis of Assisi. The procession begins following the 1:00 PM Mass.

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).

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 mailto:franklavin@comcast.net

Archbishops Annual Appeal 2025! This year’s assessment is $65,600. So far, 44 parishioners/families have given $33,001, leaving us with a balance of $32,599. If you can, join the 1% club—give 656! But all amounts are greatly needed and appreciated.

PLANNED GIVING: One Charitable Gift, A Legacy of Faith. Consider listing Saints Peter and Paul as a beneficiary in your Will (it’s advisable to have one). It preserves the mission and values of the church in its ministry. How do i get started with a planned gift? Call for information: Fr. Tho Bui, 415-421-0809 or pastor@salesiansspp.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 mailto:lharris@sspeterpaulsf.org, or Jessyca Ng at the Pre-K at mailto: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!

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. Please pick up a flyer from the tables for all information on how to obtain this wonderful spiritual gift!

Liturgical Calendar Sunday 25 The Sixth Sunday of Easter Monday 26 Philip Neri; Priest Tuesday 27 Easter Weekday, Augustine of Canterbury; Bishop Wednesday 28 Easter Weekday Thursday 29 Paul VI; Pope Friday 30 Easter Weekday Saturday 31 The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Sunday 01 The Ascension of the Lord

Your gifts of May 17 & 18 : $2,874. Goal: $8,670. Shortfall: $5,796.

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!