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Feast of Exaltation of the Holy Cross draws hundreds in the Mission District
Hundreds of people gathered in the San Francisco’s Mission district for the feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross on September 15. Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone celebrated Mass at… Read More
The Rosary and Eucharistic Revival
As part of the Eucharistic Revival in the Archdiocese of San Francisco and living the consecration that was made in 2017 to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, the Archdiocese will… Read More
Non-physicians could perform abortions under bill signed by governor
The powerful pro-abortion lobby continued to exhibit its clout, as the California Legislature approved a bill that would empower physician assistants to perform aspiration abortions and greenlit legislation to expand… Read More
Filipino Ministry celebrates feast of San Lorenzo Ruiz
On Saturday, September 16, the Archdiocesan Filipino Ministry celebrated the feast of San Lorenzo Ruiz de Manila at St. Mark’s Church in Belmont.  Following the Mass celebrated by Father Peter… Read More
75th annual San Francisco Police-Fire-Sheriff Mass brings city together in prayer
On Sunday, September 10, civic and religious leaders join Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone and concelebrating priests of the Archdiocese of San Francisco for the 75th annual Police-Fire-Sheriff Mass at St. Anne… Read More
Seminarian David Mees ordained a deacon at St. Patrick’s Seminary & University
On Saturday, September 9, the main chapel at St. Patrick’s Seminary & University was filled with bright morning light and friends and family who had gathered to support San Francisco… Read More
School Opt-Out Resources for Parents
Students all over the state have returned to school, and now is an excellent time for parents to research and review the opt-out options available for specific curricula in public… Read More
900-plus attend Archdiocese of San Francisco event for formerly incarcerated, crime victims
A record 900-plus people attended the Sept. 8 Archdiocese of San Francisco’s 11th annual Reentry Conference, Resource and Job Fair, aimed at helping those recently released from prison or jail,… Read More

Latest from Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone

Letters, statements, articles, and memos

“The Priest’s Service of Obedience for the Sake of Peace and Unity in Christ”
We hear much talk these days about our polarized society, and the need for unity, with many public officials either promising to be forces of unity or decrying those who… Read More
SF Archbishop one of four bishop chairmen calling for Congressional action to address gun violence
WASHINGTON — After multiple mass shootings in recent weeks, four bishop chairmen joined in a letter to Congress expressing their grief over these incomprehensible tragedies. Their letter calls on members… Read More
“The Humble Charity Which Is the Pastoral Care of the People of God”
The road to becoming a deacon is a long and sometimes arduous one, and I would say especially so for this class.  Our brothers about to be ordained to the… Read More
Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone’s statement on the Notification sent to Speaker Nancy Pelosi
On Thursday, Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone formally notified Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi that she is not to be admitted to Holy Communion. Today Archbishop Cordileone… Read More
Carta a los fieles sobre la Notificación enviada a la Portavoz Nancy Pelosi
Mis queridos hermanos y hermanas en Cristo: El Papa Francisco ha sido uno de los defensores más acérrimos de la dignidad humana en todas las etapas y condiciones de la… Read More
Letter to the faithful on the Notification sent to Speaker Nancy Pelosi
Pope Francis has been one of the world’s most vocal advocates of human dignity in every stage and condition of life.  He decries what he evocatively calls the “throwaway culture.” 
Letter to priests of the Archdiocese on the Notification sent to Speaker Nancy Pelosi
Dear Brother Priests in the Archdiocese of San Francisco: Today I am publishing a Notification that I sent yesterday to a member of our Archdiocese, Speaker of the U.S. House… Read More

Latest events from around the Archdiocese

May 03
Third Annual Marian Art Exhibition
Join Star of the Sea parish for a celebration of our Lady in art featuring Marian original artworks by 61 Stella Maris Academy students, and 14 local artists. This event… Read More
May 07
Solemn Vespers, Rosary, and Eucharistic Adoration for Hong Kong with Archbishop Cordileone
Join Archbishop Cordileone for a special prayer service for Hong Kong, especially for Cardinal Joseph Zen and Jimmy Lai. Cardinal Zen, 92, is the bishop emeritus of Hong Kong (2002… Read More
May 08
“The Prison Witness of Jimmy Lai” – Holy Hour & Lecture by William McGurn
Holy Hour to Pray for Persecuted Christians and Lecture, “The Prison Witness of Jimmy Lai,” by William McGurn (Wall Street Journal) Join St. Patrick’s Seminary, the Benedict XVI Institute, and… Read More
May 19
Launch of the National Eucharistic Revival Pilgrimage Western Route
Join Archbishop Cordileone and the Perpetual Eucharistic Pilgrims for the launch of the National Eucharistic Revival Pilgrimage from the West with the St. Junipero Serra Route. The day begins with… Read More
Jun 14
Women’s Retreat for Healing After Abortion
You are not alone! The Archdiocese of San Francisco sponsors Project Rachel which helps women and men heal the pain of abortion and to find the path to peace and… Read More
Jun 17
Stella Maris Academy Summer Camp
Join our Hellenistic Classical Catholic Summer Camp! Is it all Greek to you? Yes, it is! And Roman too! Students in grades 1st to 8th grade are invited to join… Read More
Aug 05
Silent Ignatian Retreat
What is an Ignatian Retreat? An Ignatian Retreat was conceived by Ignatius of Loyola., the founder of the Society of Jesus. Many people find this type of retreat very accessible… Read More

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GENDER IDEOLOGY:
WHAT CATHOLICS
NEED TO KNOW

With Mary Rice Hasson, J.D.

A six-week series exploring “GENDER IDEOLOGY” from a Catholic perspective.
CLASSES START: Apr 9, 2024, 07:00 PM to 8:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)


Gender ideology is a false system of beliefs about the human person, premised on the idea that “human identity becomes the choice of the individual.” According to gender ideology, the person self-determines a “gender identity,” based on feelings or the person’s “sense of self” as male, female, both, neither, or something else—regardless of the person’s actual male or female sex. Gender ideology asserts an individual’s “right” to “transition” to a desired identity, using social, medical or surgical interventions to “feminize” or “masculinize” the body’s appearance.