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1st Sunday 5:30 pm Tagalog (Filipino) Mass Livestreamed via Facebook and YouTube
Holy Days of Obligation
Recitation of the Holy Rosary 8:30 AM (TBA)
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Every Friday after the 9:00 am Mass until 5PM

Parish Holy Hour
Communal Baptisms
(none during Lent)
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UPDATES AND CALENDAR OF EVENTS
First Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 7:00pm
Deacon Virgil Capetti, Presider
Knights of Columbus
Inviting All Kapampangans
The 68th Canonical Coronation Anniversary
Virgen de los Remedios
Patroness of Pampanga
NEXT Sunday, November 10, 2024 at 2:00PM
Holy Spirit Catholic Church
37588 Fremont Blvd.
Fremont, CA 94536
September 8th is an important day to commemorate for we celebrate the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary or simply the birth of Mary, mother of Jesus. For the folks from Pampanga (Kapampangans), September 8th is extra especial for it also commemorates that has become the most important Catholic celebrations of Kapampangans for the last 68 years. The devotion to the Virgen de los Remedios (Our Lady of Remedies), in the dialect, "Indu ning Kapaldanan," was canonically established by Pope Pius XII in 1956 and designated September 8th as its official annual observance. As patroness of Pampanga, Virgen de los Remedios "saved the province from Communism and became the cause of unity" according to various historical accounts.
This year's celebration in Northern California will be held on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at 2:00PM in the Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Fremont. Please see flyer for more information.
FREE
Health Fair
FREE
Flu and Covid-19 Vaccines
Next Sunday, November 10th from 9:00AM-2:00pm
SAC Parish Hall
Sponsored by the SF Host Lions Club
We need your help in keeping our Church clean and free of pests. We are finding food and trash being left on the pews after Mass.
Please make sure to check the pews before you leave and dispose of trash in the proper receptacle.
As a gentle reminder, that food and beverages are not allowed inside the church. THANK YOU
ADORATION & CONFESSION
Every Friday, the Blessed Sacrament is exposed for public Adoration after the 9:00am Mass until 5:00PM. It is usually concluded with silent reposition and Benediction on First Fridays.
Also each Friday, from 4:30pm, there's an opportunity to celebrate the Sacrament of Confession. Please note of our newly refurbished Confessional, which provides the traditional screen that separates the priest confessor from the penitent as well as the option for a face to face confession.
Thanks to Deacon Virgil and the Liturgical Arts for making this sacred space for spiritual healing and reconciliation.
Every Tuesday at 7:00pm
An excellent way to deepen our knowledge and appreciation of Sacred Scriptures, is to understand the context, history, and message of the different Books of the Bible.
Come and join SAC's virtual Bible Study every Tuesday from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. Deacon Virgil and the SAC Clergy lead the study.
To host the Traveling Vocation Cross, please call Elsa Rozal at (650) 922-9618 or email her at entroz09@yahoo.com.
The Traveling Vocation Cross (TVC) Program provides an excellent opportunity for families to...read more
THE GIVING TREE
Third Generation Giving
An Ongoing Stewardship at Saint Augustine Church
Please call Amor or Patricia at @ (650) 873-2282
View details by clicking below
Watch the Sunday Mass Homily by Papal Envoy, Cardinal Luis Tagle at the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapoli last July 21, 2024.
Pregnant Women in Crisis
Walking with Moms & the Archdiocese of SF
All around us there are women who are pregnant, and with small infants and children who need our help. You can join us in helping!
Check out our webpage, sfarch.org/walkingwithmoms. Pregnant women in crisis, who are poor, struggling and often alone are helped by our Gabriel Project angels. We don't stop when the baby is born--we continue Walking with Moms. Volunteer for the Gabriel Project today! Donate to our Gabriel Project Extraordinary Needs Fund to help pay for short term rent and/or childcare assistance.
Experience the life-changing and life-giving joy of service.
Volunteers are crucial to St. Vincent De Paul's work to feed, clothe, house and help people in need.
Serve a meal, sort and/or deliver donations-volunteers are always needed in order to accomplish more.
See the Face of Christ.
Be the Face of Christ.
For more information contact Jeunesse Raymundo at jeunesse00@yahoo.com.
The digital version of our Parish Bulletin can be accessed here ar our website.
Why not have it delivered to you (by text or email) by signing up for Fr. Ray's weekly FLOCKNOTE?
Click below for details.
ONLINE PHISHING are rampant, fraudulent emails or text messages . They use names of church leaders to reach out to their parishioners.
Please DO NOT engage or respond to emails or texts if you are targeted for a favor, especially if you are asked for money.
SIMPLY DELETE.
REMEMBER
Finances pertaining to the parish and online archdiocesan appeals are ONLY directed through OSV (Our Sunday Visitor) Online Giving.
Always check with your church leader personally.
Come and join fellow parishioners and meet new friends during the Hospitality (Coffee and Donuts) after the 9:00AM Mass this Sunday.
We thank SAC Altar Servers for serving the hospitality last Sunday. This weekend's hosts are the members of the SAC Santo Nino Group.
Every November, Catholics remember and commemorate all the faithful departed. November is always set aside by the Church not only to recall all who have passed on before us in faith but also to intercede for those still in need of our help. The Catholic Church believes that those who die in a state of sin must undergo a process of purification before entering into the fullness of heaven.
By praying for the deceased, especially through the Holy Mass, the graces of our intercession help usher souls along their journey to the heavenly homeland. Offering a mass imparts valuable graces but also unites us "not only with the members here on earth but also with those already in the glory of heave." (CCC 1370).
Let us remember our deceased loved ones in a special way this whole month of November. All Souls Day
Remembrance Envelopes are found near the altar.
You may write the names of your deceased loved ones on the envelope and put the envelope in the box with your donation. Completed envelopes will be placed and prayed for on the "Altar of Remembrance" in all the masses in November.
"We have loved them during life; let us not abandon them in death, until we have conducted them by our prayers into the house of the Lord.” - St. Ambrose
SAC Confirmation students and parents volunteered to sort and pack hygiene kits for the homeless this past Sunday. At the end of the activity, students shared highlights of their experiences on how their service brought them closer to GOD.
We are grateful to all the parishioners of Saint Augustine for supporting the Hygiene & Snack Kit Collection Drive. Your donation not only helps the homeless but it also provides volunteer opportunities for our youth. Monetary donations of any amount towards purchasing hygiene kits and snacks are greatly appreciated.
We also want to thank Grand Knight Alex Trinidad and members of Knights of Columbus Council 9714 for their valuable work in getting our parishioners involved in this charitable works.
For questions, please contact Rita Liu at 650.307.8296. Thank you
Father Ed was honored by SAC parishioners on two momentous occasions: a joint retirement and birthday celebration on October 18, followed by a Thanksgiving Mass and parish reception on October 20.
The October 18 celebration, organized by a dedicated planning committee led by Deacon Nestor Fernandez, Buddy, and Myla Braganza, left no detail overlooked in commemorating Fr. Ed’s 73rd birthday and retirement. Held at the prestigious Crowne Plaza Hotel in Foster City, the evening was a joyous tribute filled with heartfelt acknowledgments from various sectors, including the Filipino Ministry of the Archdiocese of San Francisco, along with representatives from the City and County of San Francisco, South San Francisco, Daly City, and neighboring cities. In recognition of his legacy, October 18 was officially declared "Father Ed’s Day" in both San Francisco and South San Francisco—a fitting tribute to his extraordinary 47 years of faith and service.
The celebration featured exceptional performances by various St. Augustine Parish ministries, including the Praise and Glorify Choir, the Hospitality Ministry, and the Legion of Mary. Over 40 priests and 470 guests filled the banquet hall, all gathered to honor Father Ed. Deacon Nestor Fernandez and Christine Adiaz emceed the program seamlessly, and a lively performance by "The Levites" (a band of six parish pastors) energized the crowd, keeping the dance floor alive with their vibrant music. The event was a heartfelt testament to Father Ed’s enduring impact on our community.
Throughout the evening, Father Ed was celebrated for the many lives he has touched as a spiritual advisor, mentor, confessor, and advocate. His courageous voice for those who could not speak for themselves, evident during his tenure as the pastor of St. Patrick Church where he continued the work of his predecessor, the late Monsignor Bitanga, and attended to the special needs of veterans within his congregation. At St. Augustine parish, he continues to be a beacon of friendship, support, unity and compassion. We are deeply grateful to Father Ed for choosing to remain with SAC after his retirement, continuing to bless and serve our parish community with his presence and guidance.
Please click on the link to the Photos of Father Ed's Celebrations, courtesy of Jackie Alqueza (JACSTUDIO).
By Estelle Oloresisimo of SAC's Communication Ministry
WE'RE GETTING THERE...
Only 20% left
All parishioners who have chosen to participate in the Archdiocesan Annul Appeal need and deserve to know that their generosity is appreciated and beneficial. As of October 15th, we have already paid 80% or $132,640 towards our assessment of $165,428. We are trying to achieve 100% participation. For those who have not yet contributed, I hope that they consider making a pledge to help reach the balance of $32,788 (or 20%) of our assessment.
Thank you for your support of our parish. May God continue to shower you blessings on you and your loved ones.
Those who wish to give their donations or pledges
ONLINE can use the link below.
Once again, THANK YOU for your continued support of our parish and may God continue to shower you and your loved ones with His blessings.
STEWARDSHIP
The grateful response of a Christian disciple who recognizes, receives and cultivates God’s gifts, and generously shares these gifts in love of God and neighbor.
OUR VISION
Saint Augustine Parish is a worshiping community that enthusiastically manifests faith through action, with open arms for all of God's children.
OUR MISSION
We live God's Word and continue His Work.
STEWARDSHIP
The grateful response of a Christian disciple who recognizes, receives and cultivates God’s gifts, and generously shares these gifts in love of God and neighbor.