Jubilarians honored at annual Mass for Consecrated Life
By Catholic San Francisco
On Sunday, February 2, the Archdiocese of San Francisco celebrated the annual Mass for Consecrated Life and Jubilarians, honoring men and women who have dedicated their lives to the service of God and His Church. This year, the Mass took place on World Day of Consecrated Life, first instituted by Pope St. John Paul II.
The Mass, held at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption, brought together religious sisters, brothers, and priests from various congregations who have devoted themselves to prayer, ministry, and the witness of Gospel values.
Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone celebrated the Mass, recognizing the invaluable contributions of those in consecrated life and paying tribute to this year’s jubilarians—those celebrating milestone anniversaries of their vows. In his homily, titled “The Virtue of Waiting Upon the Lord and the Life of Religious Consecration,” Archbishop Cordileone reflected on the profound commitment of religious life and thanked those present—especially the jubilarians—for their selfless yes to following Christ and their inspiration to all Catholics to live faithfully their own particular vocation in life.
“We thank God for giving the Church this precious gift, and today in particular we thank those who have responded to it,” said Archbishop Cordileone. “It is not only in the completely selfless work that consecrated persons carry out in our midst, forsaking all else for the work of the Gospel, but it is their very presence that is a sanctifying force for the entire Christian community….To my dear sisters and brothers with us today who have given their lives to this call, on behalf of all of us I say: thank you!”
During the liturgy, jubilarians celebrating 25, 40, 50, 60 and even 75 years of religious life were acknowledged. Each of them has spent decades in dedicated service—whether in education, healthcare, parish ministry, social justice advocacy, or contemplative prayer. Their steadfast commitment to their charism and vocation has profoundly impacted the local Church and the wider community. The sisters present renewed their vows after the homily at the foot of the altar with the congregation responding in prayer and support.
The Mass also served as an occasion to pray for vocations and to encourage young people to discern a call to religious life. Archbishop Cordileone urged the faithful to support and pray for vocations, emphasizing that the Church continues to need men and women willing to dedicate their lives entirely to Christ.
“And we must always pray for openness to this call among our younger brothers and sisters,” said Archbishop Cordileone. “To those of you still discerning your vocation, I say, open your heart to God’s grace and be courageous in giving your lives completely to the Lord Jesus Christ. The world needs your witness!”
Following the liturgy, a reception was held for jubilarians and members of various religious communities.
2025 Jubilarians
25 Years
Sister Faustine Demel, MC
Sister Mary Sylvia Goering, MC
Sister Mary Immaculate Kimolo, MC
Sister Mary Margaret Joseph Reyes Pineda, MC
Sister Elaine Stahl, RSM
40 Years
Sister Kathryn Camacho, SNDdeN
50 Years
Sister Mary Eschenhorst, OP
Sister Mary Mirabel, OP
Sister Patricia Reilly, OP
60 Years
Sister Pam Chiesa, PBVM
Sister Mary Griego, PBVM
Sister Patricia Ottoboni, OP
Sister Christina Papavero, DC
Sister Eileen Pazmino, RSM
Sister Mary Krista Ramirez, RSM
Sister Louise Reilly, SNDdeN
Sister Kathy Sickly, PBVM
Sister Helen Santillan, RSM
Sister Eum-Kum Soon, RSCJ
Sister Darlene Terry, PBVM
70 Years
Sister Joan Bernhart, SNDdeN
Sister Ellen Cafferty, PBVM
Sister Bernice Gotelli, PBVM
Sister Jacinta Martinez, SNDdeN
Sister Jane Meuse, RSM
Sister Antoinette Pollini, FMA
75 Years
Sister Ann Carmel Badalamente, SNDdeN
