Wisdom 3:1-9; Romans 5:5-11 or 6:3-9; John 6:37-40. In the first reading, we are reminded that the souls of the just are in the hand of God. In Saint Paul’s letter to the Romans, he tells them that the same Holy Spirit given by the Father to Jesus, has been poured into their hearts as God’s love. In Saint John’s Gospel, Jesus tells the crowd that all who believe in him will be raised up to eternal life.

Commemorazione dei defunti

Sap 3,1-9; Romani 5,5-11 o 6,3-9; Giovanni 6,37-40. Nella prima lettura, ci viene ricordato che le anime dei giusti sono nelle mani di Dio. Nella lettera di San Paolo ai Romani, egli dice loro che lo stesso Spirito Santo donato dal Padre a Gesù è stato riversato nei loro cuori come amore di Dio. Nel Vangelo di San Giovanni, Gesù dice alla folla che tutti coloro che credono in lui saranno risuscitati alla vita eterna.

追思亡者瞻禮

昨天我們慶祝教會中的聖人聖女，他們不僅是被正式列入聖品的聖人，也包括那些未被正式列入聖品的人，他們在世上影響了我們，在天堂上為我們祈禱。我們慶祝他們的榮福，請求他們為我們轉禱。

今天，我們集合在一起為已去世的親友祈禱。

天地終結之前，教會分三部份：第一部份是已經在天堂上的靈魂；第二部份是我們這些在世上生活，在往天堂的旅途中的人；第三部份是已經去世，但未能進入天堂的靈魂。今天，教會叫我們都為這些靈魂祈禱。事實上，整個月都特別為他們祈禱，因為十一月是煉靈月。

親友去世我們覺得傷心難過，懷念他們，這是人之常情，但有信仰的人應該想到，死亡並不是終結，而是開始，是往天堂之路的最後過程，是快要到達目的地的時期，是個充滿希望的時刻。我們可以在彌撒中、在祈禱中與他們相會。與其說人靈在煉獄受着烈火煎熬，不如說他們已經完全明白天主的美善，懷着無以言狀的痛悔之情和熱切的盼望和天主在一起，這種盼望和痛悔之情，使他內心像被火燒一樣；但這盼望永不會落空。因為耶穌親口說過「凡父交給我的，一個也不失掉，我在末日要叫他復活」。

在煉獄裏的靈魂不能為自己祈禱，但可以為我們轉求，因此，我們要為他們祈禱、獻彌撒，行哀矜，使他們日早達到永遠的福樂。為煉靈祈禱是件慈悲的工作。

From the Pastor’s Desk

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,

This weekend, we celebrate two feast days. On November 1st, we celebrate All Saints and November 2nd, we celebrate All Souls. When the Church celebrates All Saints, she does not only celebrate the saints who already have a date assigned in our liturgical calendar. The Church celebrate all the saints who died and perhaps were in purgatory and went to heaven through our prayers. These saints could be our deceased loved ones.

When the Church celebrates All Souls, she prays for all the souls who are still in purgatory and she hopes that someday they will go to heaven.

The Catechism of the Catholic Church teaches the final purification, or purgatory: 1030: All who die in God's grace and friendship, but still imperfectly purified, are indeed assured of their eternal salvation; but after death they undergo purification, to achieve the holiness necessary to enter the joy of heaven.

1031: The Church gives the name Purgatory to this final purification of the elect, which is entirely different from the punishment of the damned. The Church formulated her doctrine of faith on Purgatory, especially at the Councils of Florence and Trent. The tradition of the Church, by reference to certain texts of Scripture, speaks of a cleansing fire:

As for certain lesser faults, we must believe that, before the Final Judgment, there is a purifying fire. He who is truth says that whoever utters blasphemy against the Holy Spirit will be pardoned neither in this age nor in the age to come. From this sentence, we understand that certain offenses can be forgiven in this age, but certain others in the age to come.

1032: This teaching is also based on the practice of prayer for the dead, already mentioned in Sacred Scripture: "Therefore Judas Maccabeus made atonement for the dead, that they might be delivered from their sin.” From the beginning, the Church has honored the memory of the dead and offered prayers in suffrage for them, above all the Eucharistic sacrifice, so that, thus purified, they may attain the beatific vision of God. The Church also commends almsgiving, indulgences, and works of penance undertaken on behalf of the dead.

Let us help and commemorate them. If Job's sons were purified by their father's sacrifice, why would we doubt that our offerings for the dead bring them some consolation? Let us not hesitate to help those who have died and to offer our prayers for them.

Throughout November, the Church reminds all of us to pray and offer Masses for all of our loved ones who have gone before us. It is our responsibility to pray for all the deceased.

My gratitude to all of you who participated in our Church’s 100thAnniversary. Today, we end our celebration by offering this weekend’s Masses to pray for all of our benefactors, living or deceased, for their contributions to build this church, and for all of you who continue to support our parish community.

May God bless you all. Have a blessed week!

Fr. Tho Bui Pastor

Mass Intentions For The Week

Sunday November 2, 2025 8:45 For the People of Saints Peter and Paul 10:15 Thanksgiving from the Parish for theChinese Apostolate of Saints Peter and Paul Church 12:00 Anniversary of the Death of GB DeMartini + – Louis Pignati + 3:30 Deceased Members of the Young Men’s Institute 5:00 The DeNicolai Family +

Monday November 3, 2025 7:00 David Viani + 9:00 Vincenzo & Mariannina Torrano +

Tuesday November 4, 2025 7:00 Fr. Armand Oliveri, SDB + 9:00 Gaetano Alioto + – Mabel Caito +

Wednesday November 5, 2025 7:00 Edward Sabini + 9:00 Peter Domenici & Peter Domeici, III + – Robert John Tarantino +

Thursday November 6, 2025 7:00 Nicola Sanguinetti + 9:00 Edward DeNicolai + – Jack O’Neill +

Friday November 7, 2025 7:00 Intention of Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone 9:00 Andrea & Genoveffa Sabini + – Dick Enright + 10:30 Deceased Members of the St. Ignatius Class of 1955 +

Saturday November 8, 2025 7:30 Frank & Olga Cuneo + 9:00 Louis DeNicolai + 5:00 Enes Greco + – Emma Marquez +

Baptisms

Georgia Reames Klink

Marriages Thomas Phung and Anabel Morales

Rest in Peace

Salim Asfour – Diane Handlos

Particular Items

Second Collection: Today we have a second collection for St. Patrick’s Seminary. Please be generous in the important work of forming young men for the priesthood.

Closing Mass for our Jubilee Year: November marks the end of the Centennial Year of Saints Peter and Paul Church, and we will celebrate this wonderful year at the 8:45 AM Mass, followed by coffee and donuts. Thanks to all who worked to make this centennial so memorable!

玫瑰經 Chinese Apostolate First Sunday Rosary: The Apostolate meets every first Sunday of the month (today!), following the 10:15 AM Mass, to pray the Rosary in the Don Bosco Room.

All Souls Envelopes & Memorial Altar: Envelopes to remember your departed loved ones are available on the tables by the entrance to the Church. They will be there through the month of November, and may be turned into the sacristan or parish office. We also have a table by the Mary Help of Christians altar, where you can pleace pictures of your loved ones.

San Francisco Eucharistic Rosary Congress: Starting last year, Eucharistic Rosary Congresses began all over the United States. This year, from October 28 to November 4, the Archdiocese of San Francisco invites you to join a Eucharistic Rosary Congress at Star of the Sea Parish on 8th Avenue and Geary in San Francisco. The Congress includes Masses, talks, a Procession from St. Mary’s Cathedral to Star of the Sea and a Rosary prayed every hour on the hour. Please pick up a flyer from the tables!

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 (this Friday!) we have the Anointing following the 7:00 AM Mass.

Salesian Theater: The Boxcar Children: This season, our young performers bring to life The Boxcar Children — the timeless story of four siblings who, after being orphaned, find strength, family, and adventure in an abandoned boxcar. Opening Night: Friday, November 14, 2025 – 7:00 PM; Second Performance: Saturday, November 15th, 2025 - 7:00PM; Final Performance (Matinee): Sunday, November 16th, 2025 - 2:00PM. Call 415-397-3068 for more information and tickets.

SAVE THE DATE! School Centennial March 14, 2026: Saints Peter & Paul School is thrilled to be celebrating our Centennial year with a Gala event at Bimbo's 365 Club! Join us as we look back on the SSPP School legacy -- and forward to a bright future!. Saturday, March 14, 2026. Tickets on Sale November 2025. Visit ssppevents.org/gala-100 or email centennial@sspeterpaulsf.org for more information. Above: The first Salesian Sisters arrived at Saints Peter and Paul in 1950. Up until that time, the school was staffed by the Sisters of the Presentation. “Sr. Letizia Sampo and six Sisters headed for San Francisco on August 19, 1950. The Sisters chosen for this new foundation were Sr. Anita Ferrari, Sr. Florence Bona, Sr. Elvira Lombardini, Sr. Veronica Milyo, Sr. Wilma Sanchez, Sr. Virginia Barattino, Sr. Mary Winterscheidt, and Sr. Irene Zaccagnino. About 465 students were enrolled, so two Salesian priests helped in some classes for a while until the Sisters were able to hire the necessary teachers to complete the staffing. The (Salesian) School finally opened on September 5, 1950. The playground and parking lot were literally lined with parents eager to get a glimpse of the Sisters of Don Bosco. Father Costanzo had introduced the Sisters at the Eucharist celebrated on various Sundays, but this first day of school proved very satisfying to many parents.” -”The ‘Yes’ Lives On.”

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.

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

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).

Archbishops Annual Appeal 2025! This year’s assessment is $65,600. So far, 70 parishioners/families have given $61,925, leaving us with a balance of $3,675. If you can, join the 1% club—give $656! But all amounts are greatly needed and appreciated.

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!

Liturgical Calendar Sunday 02 The Commemoration of all the Faithful Departed (All Souls Day) Monday 03 Martin de Porres; Religious Tuesday 04 Charles Borromeo; Bishop Wednesday 05 Weekday in Ordinary Time Thursday 06 Weekday in Ordinary Time Friday 07 Weekday in Ordinary Time Saturday 08 Commemoration of the Blessed Virgin Mary Sunday 09 The Dedication of the Lateran Basilica

Your gifts of October 25 & 26: $3,858. Weekly Goal: $8,670. Shortfall: $4,812.

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!