Father Thomas Omiunu will be leaving us so he could prepare himself for his further studies at the Boston College in Massachusetts. 

Father Maurice Tokay, who will be celebrating his Thanksgiving Mass this coming Sunday, October 19th at 9:00am, will be with us until Thanksgiving next month. He is expected to return to his home diocese in Tshumbe, Congo, to teach in their seminary and serve as parochial vicar in their cathedral church.

Father Ell Geneta will be with us till the end of the month.  Then he will join the priests from his home diocese in Pasig when they make their Jubilee Pilgrimage and visit the Holy Doors with their bishop, Bishop Mylo Vergara.

ADULT ONGOING FORMATION

First Session: Thursday, October 16th  

7:00pm 

Saturday, October 18th at 10:30am

Parents and guardians of our children and the youth in our Faith Formation Program will continue to have their own Adult Ongoing Formation.  This year, they will experience ALPHA, a gathering of those curious about faith or just want space to talk about life's questions.  ALPHA brings people together to watch thought-provoking talks and have honest conversations.  There's is NO pressure, no judgement, just real conversation.  

ALPHA starts with a Meal where the initial ice-breaker and conversation happen.

Please support FFP's Annual Canned Food Drive | October 9 through November 15. God bless you !

FFP OFFICE HOURS

Weekdays (except Tuesday) 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Closed 12:00 pm to 1:00 PM

Saturday 9:00 am to 2:00 PM

Please visit the FFP Activities Page for information.

Let's Celebrate 

Holy Mass of Thanksgiving 

by Father Maurice Tokay

Sunday, October 19, 2025, 9:00AM

Everyone is invited to attend Father Maurice's Thanksgiving Mass at SAC on Sunday, October 19th, 2025 at 9:00AM.

A reception will follow the Mass during which everyone will have the opportunity to kiss the hands of our newly ordained priest as well as to receive his priestly blessing.

First Annual Memorial Mass

For the Filipino Catholic Community

Holy Cross Cemetery

Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 10:00am

Let us continue to offer our rosaries and Masses this coming week for those who bring Christ's love to the margins, often at great personal cost.  And let us ask the Holy Spirit to rekindle the fire of hope in our own hearts, that we may also be missionaries where we are.

Last Monday, October 13th, Pope Leo did something that no pope has never done before, he recorded videos for World Mission Sunday, making a direct appeal to Catholics across the world to “help me help missionaries across the world.” Please view and share the video below.

On the weekend of October 25 & 26, SAC will fulfill our participation through our Masses and more importantly our financial support for World Mission Sunday.

Calling ALL Kapampangans

Canonical Coronation Anniversary

Virgen de los Remedios, Patroness of Pampanga

Sunday, November 9, 2025 at 2:30pm

Saint Augustine Church

The Virgen de los Remedios (Our Lady of Remedies) became Pampanga's patroness in the 1950s when Bishop Cesar Maria Guerrero established the Crusade of Penance and Charity to combat widespread social unrest and communist ideology. The image of the Virgin de los Remedios was chosen as the symbol for this crusade, inspiring a religious revival, promoting charity (through the "Damas de Caridad"), and helping to unify the province.

Her canonical coronation on September 8, 1956, solidified her role as the beloved "Indu ning Kapaldanan" (Mother of All Remedies) and "Tula da ring Kapampangan" (Joy of the Kapampangans).

Kapampangans (local folks from Pampanga) in Northern California have been observing the Anniversary of the Canonical Coronation of the Virgen de los Remedios for the last 13 years.  These solemn celebrations were held in the 4 different dioceses in San Francisco, Sacramento, Stockton and Oakland)  This year, its 14th year, the Canonical Anniversary will be celebrated in the Archdiocese of San Francisco with Saint Augustine Church as the host on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at 2:30pm.

We invite All Kapampangans, Family and Friends to join this solemn Mass and prayers for peace and unity before the images of the Virgen de los Remedios and her son, Cristo del Perdon (Christ of Mercy).

Special Education Faith Formation 

for Children with Special Needs (with IEP.)

Please know that SAC Religious Education program extends its services to Children with Special Needs (with IEP.)  We have catechists who are credentialed on Special Education.

For more information on CCD for SPED please click below.

Late registrations are still welcome.

Kindly call Sister Ruth at (650) 797-5955 or Marivic Tabora (956) 639-7881 

ORDER OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS

(Formerly RCIA)

SAC's OCIA Program has begun. 

Sundays at 10:30AM, shortly after the 9:00AM Community Mass (Misa Pro Populo).  

The OCIA offers the opportunity for the adults who wish to receive and complete the Sacraments of Initiation, namely, Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation.  The OCIA classes were designed in such a way participants would have flexible hybrid schedule - perfect for those with busy lives.

The Catechesis on the Chalice Veils

What Saint Augustine Knew That We Don’t...

Here's an interesting article that teaches on the importance of holding the Chalice Veil in its place in our liturgical celebrations, not out of habit, but out of reverence.  In our modern age, when usually drawn to the loud, the fast, and the obvious, the Church, however, teaches us to see differently.  She invites us into a real place where beauty is hidden, where meaning is layered, and where even cloth, such as the Chalice Veil, can proclaim the holiness of God.

Please, click and read the article below and learn the significance of the Chalice Veil, a symbol attuned to the sacred or the things of God.  

Saint Augustine, our patron, whose writings have influenced the Church through up and down the ages, would not have missed the meaning of the Chalice Veil.  In his writings, he often showed "visible things serve to reveal invisible realities."  For him, the physical world, when viewed through the lens of faith, becomes a "pathway to the sacred."

As part of our liturgical renewal, we shall see the Chalice Veil being used during our Misa Pro Populo on Sundays at 9:00am.

Be there... Be counted...

OCTOBER COUNT

The Archdiocese of San Francisco has encouraged us to participate in the October Count and build a report that would demonstrate a continued positive trend in Mass attendance.  The report will certainly help the archdiocese encourage parishes to focus on the vision for the future: "To proclaim the Gospel and make disciples in this particular time and place."  

Participation in the Eucharist, and in particular Sunday Mass, is truly a foundational principle in meeting this vision.  Be there... be counted...

AN ALTAR OF REMEMBRANCE

Remembering our Faith Departed During November

In the month of November, an ALTAR OF REMEMBRANCE will be placed on the steps of the sanctuary where names of the deceased will be written on an envelope named "All Souls Remembrance".  They will be prayed for daily in all the masses in the month of November.        

Please be aware that ONLY Wedding Anniversaries, Birthdays, Healing and Special Intentions will be mentioned during the regular daily Mass Intentions and weekend Mass Intentions in November.  And ONLY Recent Deaths (that happened during the week or month) will be included in the regularly scheduled November masses.  

Long time deceased members will be prayed for at the ALTAR OF REMEMBRANCE.  Thank you.

SAC'S ANNUAL PARISH FINANCIAL REPORT FY 2024-25

On behalf of the Parish Finance Council and Parish Staff, I'm happy to share with you our Annual Parish Financial Report for the Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2025, comparing the prior year's June 30, 2024.  

Our 2025 total revenue was $1,216,900, and the total expense was $901,045, netting a surplus of $315,855. 

It's worth noting that our total revenues increased by $175,758 when compared to the prior year due to the increases on our collections and interests from our investments with the archdiocese.

Attached is the Report and the more detailed explanation of our revenues and expenses.  As always, THANK YOU for your generosity and good stewardship.

Finally, allow me to express our sincere appreciation to our Parish Finance Council, chaired by Essie Claveria, and the members, Virgie Sevilla, Elsie Palencia, Joe Dulatre and the newest member, Grace Miranda.  Likewise, we express our thanks to Ms. Patricia Abdelalim, our parish manager, for maintaining clear and accurate records of our finances and daily operations.  She has been a great resource for me and the Finance Council.

Visit of the Superior General of the RVM Sisters

Last Thursday, October 9, 2025

Mother Ma. Rosabelle Gallo, RVM, the Superior General of the Religious of the Virgin Mary (RVM) Sisters in the Philippines, visited SAC last Thursday, October 9, 2025.  Her visit was part of the many parish visitations she's scheduled to make in California and several cities in Canada, where the RVM sisters are stationed as pastoral ministers and catechists.

We are grateful to Mother Ma.Rosabelle for sending us Sister Ruth Linaac, RVM, to be SAC's Religious Education director.  As I've shared with Mother Belle, Sister Ruth has been a huge blessing to SAC after assuming the position from Sister Nona, who served for over three decades.  With her vast experience in Religious education and exceptional organizational skills, Sister Ruth was able to manage this huge transition of shepherding more than 60 catechists and attract more volunteers in our faith formation programs.

Keeping Our Parish Clean: 

A Call to Action from our EC

**After receiving reports on rodent sighting in the Parish Hall**

As we come together in fellowship, it’s important that we also take responsibility for maintaining the cleanliness of our church environment. After each event, ESPECIALLY those involving food, please ensure that all trash—whether it be compost, recycling, or regular waste—is disposed of properly. Trash and compost bags must be tied securely and placed in the designated dumpsters before leaving.

By keeping our spaces clean and free from waste, we not only protect the health of our community by preventing pests, but we also avoid costly clean-up fees. Let’s all do our part to preserve the beauty and safety of our parish for everyone.

Be on the lookout for the Ecology Committee's (EC) waste management tutorials, coming soon! 

Stop by their table to sign up for more information during this weekend's ministry fair. 

Thank you for your cooperation!

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.  Our  refurbished Confessional, 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

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.

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.