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More abortion bills waiting for gov’s signature
There are at least four more bills awaiting the signature of Gov. Gavin Newsom that would further endanger women and kill babies through abortion, increasing access and funding toward the… Read More
Celebrating the adventure of religious life at Mass for Consecrated Life
“You need to have a sense of adventure.” That was what one sister told Sister of Saint Joseph of Carondelet Theresa Kvale when she asked her in high school about… Read More
Catholic high schools offer community in faith
Earlier this year, the Vatican’s Congregation for Catholic Education released a new instruction reiterating the essential characteristics of Catholic schools. Citing many key Church documents on Catholic education from the… Read More
Former St. Gregory pastor Cardinal McElroy celebrates parish’s anniversary
Less than a month after receiving the Cardinal’s biretta from Pope Francis in Rome, Cardinal Robert W. McElroy celebrated a Mass of Thanksgiving for the 80th anniversary of St. Gregory… Read More
American Profiles: Immigrant journeys
Catholic immigrants from around the world call the Archdiocese of San Francisco home. Many have raised a generation of Catholics, and their children and grandchildren are raising future generations of… Read More
Mater Dolorosa windows represent Mary as suffering mother
As the mother of the Redeemer, Mary shared in the suffering of her Son in a unique and unrepeatable way. Throughout her life she live
Archbishop to first responders: “We thank you.”
Uniformed police, firefighters and sheriff’s deputies stood saluting in silent tribute of their comrades who had died, as the haunting notes of ‘Taps’ filled the Cathedral of St. Mary of… Read More
Restoring Hope
Reentry Conference and Resource Fair Celebrating its 10th anniversary with record registrations of more than 900, the Reentry Conference and Resource Fair took place on Friday, September 9, offering hope… Read More
Missionaries of Charity Celebrate Life and Legacy of St. Mother Teresa with 25-Year Anniversary Mass and Festival
St. Mother Teresa holds a special place in the heart of San Francisco. During her life, she visited the city many times, often without fan fair, to encourage her sisters… Read More
Archbishop Cordileone opens academic year at St. Patrick’s Seminary and University with Mass of the Holy Spirit
St. Patrick’s Seminary and University kicked-off their academic year August 30 with the Mass of the Holy Spirit. Traditionally held at the beginning of the school year, the Mass is… Read More
Big win for parental rights as vaccine bill dies on last day of CA legislative session
On the last day of the legislative session a hard-fought effort paid off, and legislation died that sought to remove parent and guardian involvement in the vaccination of children.

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