Isaiah 49: 3, 5-6; 1 Corinthians 1:1-13; John 1:29-34. Before we receive the Lord in the Eucharist, we hear the words, “Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world.” We will hear these words in today’s Gospel, for they were first proclaimed by John the Baptist. John, Isaiah, and Paul all testify to how the Lord has called them and changed their lives. May we be inspired by them and take to heart what we sing in the responsorial psalm: “Here am I, Lord; I come to do your will.”

Domenica 2A Del Tempo Ordinario

Giovanni ci communica la vera fisionomia del Messia. Costruiamo attorno a noi un mondo di serenità e di pace perchè Gesù, mite agnello, non spenda invano la sua vita per tutti noi, consegnandoci un mondo rinnovato e pulito.

常年期第二主日

聖若翰洗者在傳教之前祇認識耶穌是自己的表弟 。但在約旦河替耶穌付洗時，看見聖神藉鴿子的形象從天降下，停在祂身上，才豁然明白，才真正地認清耶穌是天主聖子，是默西亞。這種認識使他大膽地為祂作證，清楚地向眾人說：「請看！天主的羔羊，除免世罪者！」這是兩句話是整部福音的主題：看、信、見證。

這也是今後世世代代的基督徒的目標和使命。天主給我們每人一個使命、一段時間去完成這使命。聖若翰看清了耶穌的真正身份，不惜以生命去作見證。而多年和師傅若翰在一起門徒，聽了師傅的見證，離開了他，跟隨耶穌去了。他們以後終其一生去傳揚祂的聖道，為祂作證，甚至為祂犧牲生命。時至今日兩千多年來，我們仍看到不少精烈的信徒，為主作出英的見證。

今天，我們也可以從福音中，從大自然中、從周圍環境和所接觸的人中看到這位除免世者。讓我們祈求天主給我們恩寵使我們看到、去接受以及去信和願意為祂作證吧！

From the Pastor’s Desk

The Announcement of Easter and the Moveable Feasts for the Year 2026

KNOW, dear brothers and sisters, that, as we have rejoiced at the Nativity of our Lord Jesus Christ, so by leave of God’s mercy we announce to you also the joy of his Resurrection, who is our Savior.

On the 18th day of February will fall Ash Wednesday, and the beginning of the fast of the most sacred Lenten Season.

On the 5th day of April you will celebrate with joy Easter Day, the Paschal feast of our Lord Jesus Christ.

On the 14th day of May will be the Ascension of our Lord Jesus Christ.

On the 24th day of May, the feast of Pentecost.

On the 7th day of June, the feast of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ.

On the 29th day of November, the First Sunday of the Advent of our Lord Jesus Christ, to whom is honor and glory for ever and ever. Amen.

Mass Intentions For The Week Sunday January 18, 2026 8:45 Birthday of Giambattista De Martini + and GB De Martini + 10:15 For the People of Saints Peter and Paul 12:00 Loriano & Anita Belluomini + – Barbara Vulpi + 5:00 Steve & Lena Cuneo + Monday January 19, 2026 7:00 Anniversary of the Death of Linda Machi + 9:00 Birthday of Sonia N. De Castro – Eudoro Lorenzo Rojas Leon + Tuesday January 20, 2026 7:00 Ann De Martini + 9:00 Gaetano Alioto + – Maria + Wednesday January 21, 2026 7:00 Joseph Leo Torre & Family + 9:00 Intention of the Walk for Life West Coast Thursday January 22, 2026 7:00 Edward Sabini + 9:00 Lo To Fa Shie + - Intention of the Staff of the Laura Vicuña Pre-K Friday January 23, 2026 7:00 Laurie Standow + 9:00 Frank Sanguinetti + – Graziano Cerchiai + Saturday January 24, 2026 7:30 Birthday of Edward De Nicolai + 9:00 Birthday of Joe Crivello + 5:00 The Pierini & Spes Families +

Baptisms Malcolm Valentino Griffin, Jr.

Please pray For all those on the Saints Peter and Paul Prayer List

Particular Items

Second Collection: We have a second collection today for the Church maintenance fund. Please be generous.

Welcome, Fr. Damien Ho & Sr. Thuy Vergine Nguyen! We are delighted to announce that we have a new Salesian priest and Salesian Sister! Fr. Mel Trinidad, our provincial, has sent us Fr. Damien Ho, SDB. Fr. Damien was ordained August 16, 2025 (pictured at left), and he will serve with us as Parochial Viar in addition to his work as provincial Director of Salesian Vocations. And Sr. Thuy Huong Nguyen, the Provincial of our Salesian Sisters has sent us Sr. Thuy Vergine Nguyen, FMA, who will teach our children. Fr. Damien and Sr. Thuy, Saints Peter and Paul welcomes you!

January: The Month of Salesian Saints! January, the month of the Salesian Saints, begins tomorrow. On January 22 we celebrate the Feast of the Blessed Laura Vicuña, patroness of our Pre-K (left). On January 24 we celebrate St. Francis de Sales, the patron of the Salesians! And on January 31, we celebrate the Feast of our order’s founder, St. John Bosco. Mary Help of Christians, and all Salesian saints, pray for us!

Bible Study! Deacon Khoa leads Bible Study every Thursday at 7:00 PM. Come join us in exploring the word of God!

Eucharistic Adoration & Confession/ Anointing of the Sick: We have Adoration & Confession every Friday, following the 7:00 AM Mass.

Walk for Life West Coast: Join fellow Catholics and Pro‐Lifers from all over California and beyond as we stand up for the littlest among us at the 22md Annual Walk for Life West Coast in San Francisco on January 24, 2026. The day begins with the Walk for Life Mass at 9:30AM at St. Mary’s Cathedral celebrated by Archbishop Salvatore. Cordileone who will be joined by six other Bishops! The rally begins at 12:30 PM at Civic Center Plaza. The Walk for Life is a family thing! For kids, the Civic Center playground will be open and the Walk will have face painting (drawn by one of the Sisters of Life, left), temporary Walk for Life tattoos, a selfie photo booth and a free cap giveaway. For all details, visit walkforlifewc.com

Eucharistic Adoration for Life: As we have done since the very first Walk for Life West Coast, Saints Peter and Paul hosts Eucharistic Adoration for life the Friday night before the Walk, from 8:00PM until midnight. For questions, please call Gibbons at 415-421-0809. The parking lot will be open.

Don Bosco Study Group: The Study Group will meet via Zoom on Tuesday, January 27 at 4PM. The book will be “Change of Heart,” by Jodi Picoult, an amazing story of loss, redemption and forgiveness for our next meeting. Please email franklavin@comcast.net for the Zoom link.

Online Rosary to Combat Human Trafficking: February 8 has is the International Day of Prayer and Awareness against Human Trafficking. It is also the Feast of St. Bakhita, the Saint against Human Trafficking. The Archdiocesan Office of Human Life & Dignity are praying the Rosary to End Human Trafficking on February 6, 2025 at 12:30 p.m. PST. Go to sfarch.org/event/rosary-against-trafficking/ to sign up to join the Rosary.

2026 Wedding Anniversary Celebration: All husbands and wives are invited to attend and celebrate their sacramental wedding anniversaries in 2026 on Saturday February 21, 2026 at St. Mary's Cathedral. Mass will be at 10:00 am, followed by a reception. Couples celebrating “5 year anniversaries” (5, 10, 15, 20…) will be recognized during the Mass. To register go to sfarch.org/event/2026-wedding-anniversary-celebration/ or you can email hopfnere@sfarch.org.

Congratulations! to the 2025-2026 OCIA Catechumens and Candidates during their Rite of Acceptance at the 8:45am Mass on January 11, 2026, their first formal step in their journey into the Catholic church. At top we have our Catechumens (those who wish to be Baptized and convert to the Catholic faith. They will receive the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and the Holy Eucharist at the Easter Vigil Mass. ): David, Tracy, Alex, Ian, Irena, Nicole, Andrea, Harrison, and Stella. And at bottom, we have our Candidates (those who wish to be brought into full communion with the Catholic Church and have already been Baptized): Angelo, Nathaly, Christopher, Adriene, Tiffany, Abril, Sofia, and Catherine, with our good pastor Fr. Tho at the far right.

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.

Gospel of John Study Group: Our friend Bill McCarty, known to some of you in the Don Bosco Study Group, is leading a 22 week long Gospel of John Bible study at Star of the Sea, on Tuesdays between 3PM and 4:30PM. The program began in December but latecomers are most welcome. For more information: runforestrunbill@gmail.com

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!

Liturgical Calendar Sunday 18 The Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday 19 Weekday in Ordinary Time Tuesday 20 Fabian; Pope, Martyr. Sebastian; Martyr Wednesday 21 Agnes; Virgin, Martyr Thursday 22 Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children. Bl. Laura Vicuña Friday 23 Vincent; Deacon, Martyr. Marianna Cope; Virgin Saturday 24 Francis de Sales; Bishop, Doctor, Patron Sunday 25 The Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

Your gifts of January 11: $3,537. Your Gifts of January 4: $2,591. Two Weeks Goal: $17,340. Shortfall: $11,212. Mary the Mother of God: $2,621.

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!