Mass Times, Services & Office Hours
A JOYFUL RETURN
With grateful hearts, we welcomed Father Ray back to the altar. His journey of healing after his successful kidney transplant has been a testament to faith and resilience. We thank God for his recovery and for the gift of his continued ministry among us.
The Clergy, Staff, and his Faithful
Weekdays
- 9:00 am Livestreamed via YouTube
- 5:30 pm
Saturday
- 9:00 am Livestreamed via YouTube
- 4:30 pm Vigil Mass
Sunday
- 7:30 am
- 9:00 am Misa Pro Populo Livestreamed via
YouTube
- 11:00 am 12:30 pm 5:30 PM
1st Sunday 5:30 pm Tagalog (Filipino) Mass Livestreamed via and YouTube
Holy Days of Obligation
- 9:00 AM Livestreamed via YouTube
- 12:15 PM | 5:30 PM | 7:00 PM
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
- 7:00 pm Every 1st Wednesday
led by the Knights of Columbus
- 7:00 pm Every 3rd Wednesday led by the Youth and Young Adults
Confessions
- Fridays 4:30 pm to 5:00 pm
- Saturdays at 3:30 pm to 4:15 pm
- By Appointment - Please call (650) 878-2282
Communal Baptisms
(none during Lent)
- 2nd and 4th Saturday at 12 noon
- 1st Sunday at 2:30 pm
- 3rd Sunday within the 12:30 pm Mass
Parish Office
(650) 873-2282
staugustinessf@aol.com
- Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Saturday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Closed 12:00 noon - 1:00 pm
- Closed Sunday and Holidays
Faith Formation Program Office
(650) 873-2878 or (650) 797-5955
staugustinecdre@gmail.com
- 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
Fifth Sunday of Easter
May 3, 2026
The way, the truth and the life
Recent Sunday readings have focused on the Resurrection, but today's Gospel revisits an earlier moment when Jesus tells his disciples he is preparing a place for them.
Thomas questions this claim, prompting Jesus to explain that he is
"the way, the truth, and the life," connecting knowledge of him with knowledge of God the Father.
Philip requests to see the Father, and Jesus clarifies that knowing him is equivalent to knowing the Father. Jesus explains that in knowing and loving Jesus, the disciples now love God the Father.
He reassures the disciples that through faith, they will continue his works.
The passage emphasizes the unity between Jesus and the Father, and prepares for the coming revelation of the Trinity, with the Holy Spirit continuing their mission after Jesus' departure.
2026 ARCHDIOCESAN ANNUAL APPEAL
"Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength...” Is. 40:31
Weekend Appeal for AAA ’26
All gifts to the Annual Appeal are greatly appreciated and will assist people in need. They will also help fulfill our mission as Catholics, both here at St. Augustine’s Church and throughout the Archdiocese.
Mr. Rod Linhares, the Director of Mission Advancement for the Archdiocese of San Francisco will be coming this weekend, May 2 & 3, to speak about the Archdiocesan Annual Appeal and its vital role.
Thank you to all who contributed toward the Archdiocesan Annual Appeal (AAA). Your generosity and support are deeply appreciated.
In gratitude,
Fr. Ray Reyes
ONLINE GIVING
Thank you for your support.
Your generosity improves lives.
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.
Pope Leo XIV declared the
2026 Franciscan Jubilee Year (Year of St. Francis of Assisi), running from
January 10, 2026, to January 10, 2027), to mark the 800th anniversary of the death (Latin: Transitus) of Saint Francisc of Assisi. This special year invites the faithful to
embrace Peace, Care for Creation (Ecology) and Work for the Poor.
This weekend, May 9 & 10, Saint Augustine Church will formally launch the Franciscan Jubilee Year. The altar of St. Francis and the San Damiano Cross will find its place near the sanctuary throughout the jubilee year.
In addition, this Year of St. Francis is truly beneficial for the entire archdiocese. St. Francis of Assisi is the patron saint of the City and County of San Francisco as well as the Archdiocese of San Francisco.
The Franciscan Jubilee Year is perfect timing as we face similar dangers that were present at the time when St. Francis lived – 800 years ago. His message of Peace then was needed now more than ever. The Jubilee Prayer for peace that was composed by Pope Leo XIV will be prayed at mass throughout the jubilee year.
FR. RAY REYES
In observance of
THE FRANCISCAN JUBILEE YEAR
Holy Cards will be found in the hymnals’ jacket beginning on
May 9 & 10, 2026 through January 10, 2027. Copies will also be distributed after each Mass on May 9 and 10.
Father Raymund Reyes, left, and Father Francis Garbo walk through St. Augustine Catholic Church in South San Francisco, where Father Ray is pastor. Father Francis donated one of his kidneys to Father Ray in January.
Jessica Christian/S.F. Chronicle
BAY AREA
A Bay Area priest needed a kidney transplant. Another heard his prayer
By Erin Allday, Staff Writer
April 13, 2026
A Catholic priest is called to serve. But for Father Ray, that call was getting harder to answer.
After seven years as pastor at St. Augustine Parish in South San Francisco, last year Father Raymund Reyes, 62, was in kidney failure. He was tired all the time, and dialysis three days a week wiped out what little energy he had left. He was put on a waiting list for a kidney transplant, but told it could take eight years.
About 30,000 people are added to kidney transplant waiting lists in the United States every year, but only 22,000 transplants are performed. Hundreds of people die each year waiting for an organ.
The solution for Father Ray — and perhaps for many others — was not to wait. Instead he did what once would have felt impossible: He asked for help, and then he accepted from a friend a gift that he will never be able to repay.
On Jan. 20, Father Ray received a kidney from Father Francis Garbo, pastor of Mission Dolores Basilica and Misión San Francisco de Asís in San Francisco, in what’s known as a living donor transplant. Father Ray now has three kidneys, and Father Francis, 64, just one.
Two days after Easter, both men were looking lively for lunch at Father Ray’s residence, a split-level home he shares with three other priests behind St. Augustine. Both men are trim with short graying hair and wire-rimmed glasses, and they exude a gentle calm that belies their humor
On Jan. 20, Father Ray received a kidney from Father Francis Garbo, pastor of Mission Dolores Basilica and Misión San Francisco de Asís in San Francisco, in what’s known as a living donor transplant. Father Ray now has three kidneys, and Father Francis, 64, just one.
Two days after Easter, both men were looking lively for lunch at Father Ray’s residence, a split-level home he shares with three other priests behind St. Augustine. Both men are trim with short graying hair and wire-rimmed glasses, and they exude a gentle calm that belies their humor
When Father Francis walked in, Father Ray joked that he felt lit from within — like the kidney recognized its previous owner.
“I’m just here to visit my kidney’s new parish,” Father Francis laughed in return.
The transplant was performed at Sutter Health’s California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco, which is attempting to ...
Read full article
KTVU FOX 2 | San Francisco priest donates his kidney to another priest
UPDATES AND CALENDAR OF EVENTS
List of Services
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CCD & CONFIRMATION NEWS
ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR 2026-2027 BEGINS JUNE 1st
New & Transfer Students must register in person.
MAY ACTIVITIES:
Wed, May 6 and Thu May 7 | Confirmation Classes
Thu, May 7 | CCD Classes
Fri, May 8 | AGAPE DINNER (Semi-formal) for First Communion Families 6:30 pm
Sat, May 9 | CCD Classes
Sat, May 9 | First Communion Rehearsal (during class hours) | Students only
Sun, May 10 | FIRST COMMUNION MASS | 2:30 PM
Wed, May 13 | REHEARSAL 6:30 pm| Living Rosary Participants | Church
Thu, May 14 | CCD Classes
Sat, May 16 | May Floral Offering | 9:00 am Mass
Wed, May 20 | Ministry Fair for 1st & 2nd Year Confirmation | Students and Parents are required to attend
Sat, May 23 | FFP Thanksgiving Mass & Reception 10:30 am
Please visit the FFP Activities Page for more information.
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MAY FLOWERS | FLORES DE MAYO 2026
Daily recitation of the Holy Rosary
May 1 to May 31
8:20 am
Crowning of the Blessed Mother
Saturday, May 30
During the 9:00 am Mass
Procession and reception after the Mass.
ATTENTION FAITH FORMATION PROGRAM FAMILIES:
- Faith Formation Students are invited to lead the Rosary on the Sundays of May @ 8:20 am
- 1st Communicants are invited to participate in the Crowning and Procession on Sat, May 30th at the 9:00 am Mass.
- Please contact Ms. Khay at k.ronquillo.acosta@gmail.com
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MAY 16 (SAT) | FAITH FORMATION PROGRAM'S MAY FLORAL OFFERING
Saturday, May 16th
9:00 am Mass
Living Rosary at 8:20 am Please contact Ms. Nerissa at nbroas4ccd@gmail.com to be a participant.
Floral offering within the Mass, 1st Comunicants should contact Ms. Khay at k.ronquillo.acosta@gmail.com to participate as Angels.
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MAY 20 (WED) | PARISH HOLY HOUR
Hosted by the St. Augustine Young Adult Ministry
Fr. Ifeanyi Uwabukeonye, Presider
7:00 pm
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MAY 30 (SAT) | BECOME WHAT YOU RECEIVE
St. Paul Church
221 Valley Street
San Francisco, CA
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
A Family Encounter with the Eucharist through the witness of Carlo Acutis
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JUNE 20 (SAT) | FAITH & FRIENDSHIP : Filipino Ministry Dinner & Dance
Join the Filipino Ministry in celebrating
FAITH & FRIENDSHIP
Honoring Fr. Francis Garbo
6:00 PM
St. Catherine of Sienna Parish
1310 Baywater Ave
Burlingame, CA 94010
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WARNING!
PHISHING is a rampant, fraudulent email, text, phone call, or private message.
Spammers will use names of church leaders, family members, friends, co-workers, or a trusted company/organization to reach out to you with messages that sound credible.
Please DO NOT engage or respond to such emails, texts, phone calls, or private messages. SIMPLY DELETE.
If you, or a member of your family (especially seniors) are targeted for a favor, and if you are asked for money, always personally check with your church leader, family member, friend, or account holder, to verify authenticity.
TIP
Hover on the sender's email address to see who originated the email.
LINKS
Do not click on links from unverified senders.
PASSWORDS
Banks and organizations will not ask you to change your password over the phone, email or text. Always call your bank or organization to verify.
REMEMBER
Online transactions at St. Augustine (such as weekly offertory, donations, mass intentions and/or archdiocesan appeals) are ONLY done through the ONLINE GIVING portal of Our Sunday Visitor (OSV)
Be careful. Be smart. Stay safe.
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JOIN OUR PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND | EGYPT, HOLY LAND, JORDAN | OCTOBER 2026
Join our 2026 Pilgrimage to the Holy Land!
Saturday, October 3 to Sunday, October 18, 2026
See flyer for details
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JOIN OUR PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND | JORDAN, HOLY LAND, ISTANBUL, EPHESUS | OCTOBER 2026
Join our 2026 Pilgrimage to the Holy Land!
Frriay, October 16 to Saturday, October 31, 2026
See flyer for details
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FRIDAYS @ SAC
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.
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VIRTUAL BIBLE STUDY AT SAC
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.
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THE SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL, ST. AUGUSTINE CONFRENCE'S CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS
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.
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THE GABRIEL PROJECT
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.
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THE GIVING TREE
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
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TRAVELING VOCATION CROSS
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
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ANSWERING THE CALL
Today's Catholic Parents express some misconceptions about the priesthood as a vocation for their son. We'll hear them say, "He's too young... He'll be lonely... I won't have grandchildren... He'll be unhappy... I'll lose my son...."
The ideal Catholic parent understands a simple truth: that God desires the child's happiness even more than any parent does. If one's son experiences a genuine call or interest to becoming a priest someday, trust in God's love for him.
Below is the link to the Resources of Parents that answers to common misconceptions about the priesthood.
PRAY for the perseverance of our seminarians, especially those who are from the Archdiocese of San Francisco.
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KEEPING OUR PARISH CLEAN: A Call to Action from our Ecology Committee (EC)
Keeping Our Parish Clean:
A Call to Action from our EC
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.
Thank you all for your cooperation!
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THE 2025 CELEBRATION OF SAC'S 55th FOUNDATION ANNIVERSARY
A Recap of the Emerald Jubilee Celebration
Celebrating the 55th Founding Anniversary of St. Augustine Church
The Gala took place at the South San Francisco Conference Center on Saturday, September 27, 2025. The event began with a warm welcome and introductory remarks from our Master of Ceremonies, Deacon Nestor Fernandez, and Mary Ann Narvaez, setting a ...read more
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TWINS: A Bay Area priest needed a kidney transplant. Another heard his prayer.
Explore articles and watch a news clip about the remarkable story of Fr. Ray Reyes and Fr. Francis Garbo, who became "Twin Brothers" after sharing a kidney.
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PROTECTING CHILDREN
Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People
Essential Norms for Diocesan/ Eparchial Policies Dealing with Allegations of
Sexual Abuse of Minors by Priests or Deacons
A Statement of Episcopal Commitment
● Revised June 2018 ●
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
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FORMED | Forming Catholics for Life
Have you taken advantage of your free membership that our Pastor bought for you?
There are Lenten/Advent reflections, enlightening videos about our faith, the Sacraments, the saints, e-books, and many more.
Why not take advantage of your free membership today? No account yet? Go to formed.org, click on "Find your parish" enter your email, get verified, and enjoy!
SAC FAITH FORMATION PROGRAM 2025-2026
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION
SAC Faith Formation students who have completed their sacramental preparation will be celebrating their
1st Holy Communion on Sunday, May 10, 2026
at 2:30 PM.
Let us extend our heartfelt congratulations and prayers to the 79 first communicants, their families and their catechists.
GR 2 - FRANCES SANTA MARIA AFUANG
Añonuevo, Aria Rayne
Castro, Tayden
Chang, Dominic Mason
Natividad, Aiden James
Manuel, Emery Celine
Palomo, Loriana
Salvador, Audrey
Tanuwidjaja, Finley Joe
Tioseco, Sophia Grayce
GR 2 - NERISSA BROAS & SEAN BERBER
Baquiran, Elias
Catiis, Jesse Kyle
Co, Leila
Klein, Penelope
Lee, Jarvis Lew Honciano
Mallari, Rom Louie
Manela, Madison Olivia
Mulingtapang, Kaia Divine
Rodriguez, Stephen Joseph
Samaniego, Meghan Kate
GR 2 - SHIONY MENDOZA & ROWEENA CASTELLO
Alota, Jennalyn Charlene
Dela Rosa, Cassiel Jewel
De los Santos, King Nazarene
Mier, Kiera Louise
Mendieta, Marina
Sunga, Jacelyn Eliza
GR 2 – ANNEMARIE CRUZ
De Guzman, Ekaya
Gallagher, Kian William
Gomez, Elyse Ann
Hernandez, Sophia Isabel
Lukman, Tatiana Lupe
Mallari, Riley
Moreno, Bastien
Ramos, Ava
Reinares, Cailey Josephine
Sunga, Venice Nicole
AA2 - KHAY ACOSTA & DEO ACOSTA
Alcantara, Alliyah Chloe
Alipio, Francis Angelo
Andaya, Isaiah Allan
Bautista, Bhryson
Chavez, Aiden Santi
De Jesus, Jan Matthew
Li, Charles
Manalo, Emma Avery
Tandoc, Mia Camille
Trinidad, Rafa Isabela
AA2 - CECILLE PADUA & VICKY NUÑEZ
Aguila, Ava
Aguila, Jonathan Jr
Alcantara, Ariane Ysabelle
Brown, Kaiden Luis
Coto, Ethan Jeshua
De Guzman, Abayan
Mallari, Marian
Norlander, Grant
Pardilla, Elizah Grace
Reyes, Thea Marie
SPED fhc - AUDREY ANN BAYOGOS & JACKIE CRAWFORD
Amasa, Mateo
Baris, Gabriel
Culter, Alexander
Delos, Santos Prince Nino Jr
Gumpal, Rylin Madison
Lai, Olivia
Loza, Axel Jose
Loza, Alan Jose
Torres, Isaiah Mateo
AA6 fhc - ANNEMARIE CRUZ
Alonso, Bailey Josephine
Biado, Mia
De Mesa, Mateo
Der, Nathan
Guzman, Rion Stephen
AA6 fhc - LINDA GAMBOA
Baris, Isabella
Crisologo, Jon Patric
Crisologo, Jillian Nicocle
Fermin, Meiley Katelyn
Mallari, Lexine Jaiden
Miranda, Joshua
Miranda, Jasmine
Tordoya, Charlize Briana
Tordoya, Nicole Eviana
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Saturday, June 6th, 7:30pm @ SAC
Gen Ad $25 | VIP $50
PARISH BULLETIN
What's inside:
- Weekly Mass intentions
- Prayer to St. Francis for Peace
- Special Museum Exhibition opens in May, Mission San Francisco de Asis at Mission Dolores Basilica, San Francisco
- Flores de Mayo during the Month of May
- AAA 2026 information and ways to give
- An Evening for the Separated and Divorced, a Free Online Event May 19th & 21st
- Feminine Genius, Corpus Christi Monastery, Menlo Park, May 23rd
- SACC on Broadway, a Children's Choir Concert, June 6th
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Hospitality Sunday
COFFEE & DONUTS
After the 9:00AM Misa Pro Populo Mass
Our Hosts: The Knights of Columbus
We thank members of the Legion of Mary Mediatrix of All Graces, Our Lady of Divine Mercy, Immaculate Conception Presidia for hosting the hospitality last Sunday, May 3rd.
St. Augustine's Souvenir Program PILGRIMS OF HOPE: An Emerald Jubilee, Anniversary Edition is now available!
Sponsors who purchased ads are reminded to pick up their copies from the parish office.
