July 19, 2021
Please share this information widely within your community through bulletins, websites, newsletters, and social media. Your contributions to The Bridge are always welcome. Deadline is 5:00 pm Thursday for the following Monday’s newsletter; please comply with the submission guidelines. The e-mail address for submissions is TheBridge@sfarch.org.
CHANCERY NEWS
NEW - Bioethics from a Catholic Perspective
Deacon Fred Totah, Director of Pastoral Ministry | 415-614-5504 | Totah.Fred@sfarch.org
Seven consecutive classes beginning August 10, 7 p.m.
The Archdiocese of San Francisco is very excited to announce our latest online course offering, a special course taught by Dr. Joe Zalot of the National Catholic Bioethics Center on bioethics from a Catholic perspective. These seven consecutive classes will be taught live on Zoom starting on August 10th at 7 p.m. (San Francisco time) and will be recorded for your convenience. Topics covered will include end of life decision making, euthanasia, medically assisted nutrition and hydration, advance directives, tissue donation, palliative care, and will cover an array of reading (recommended but not required!), particularly from Papal teachings.
You won't want to miss this course! Register above.
For more information, contact Deacon Fred Totah above.
NEW - Liturgy Resource: August 2021 Word of Life
Maria Martinez-Mont, Respect Life & Gabriel Project Coordinator |
Office of Human Life & Dignity | 415-988-5708 | martinezmontm@sfarch.org
August 2021 - English and Spanish resources are here.
Archive link for previous issues: respectlife.org/word-of-life-archive
EVENTS
NEW - Star Speaker Series Presents Kevin Wells (Free event.)
Star of the Sea Parish | 4420 Geary Blvd., San Francisco
Wednesday, July 28 2021,
6:30pm in the church greenway - Reception and Book Signing.
7:00pm in the church
More information and to reserve a seat, contact: Parish Office | 415-751-0450 | Mariella@starparish.com | www.starparish.com
Come and hear Kevin Wells talk about his book Priest and Beggar and the heroic life of Venerable Aloysius Schwartz. Reserve a seat by contacting the Parish Office, above.
NEW - 3-Week Digital Institute
Seeing Initiation Ministry with 20/20 Vision
August 16, 23, and 30, 2021 (English and Spanish)
More information contact: Liturgy Training Publications | training@ltp.org |
733-579-4900, ext. 3531
733-579-4900, ext. 3531
Fee: $40 per computer
Deadline: August 12, 2021
Adopting a theme of a metaphorical mountaintop view, this three-session institute will focus on a reflective view of the beautiful vision presented in the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. New and experienced initiation ministers will join in prayer and discussion, sharing best practices and common struggles. All are invited to recharge and reenergize to help us better appreciate the transformative power of the baptismal catechumenate. See flyer below for more details and registration links.
NEW - New Report from USCCB/MRS and The Catholic University of America's Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Clinic: A Vision Forward: Policies Needed to Protect the Best Interests of "Category 4" Unaccompanied Immigrant Children
USCCB/MRS partnered with the Columbus School of Law's Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Clinic (IRAC) at The Catholic University of America on an urgent new report calling attention to the needs of unaccompanied migrant children without sponsors in the United States.
A Vision Forward: Policies Needed to Protect the Best Interests of "Category 4" Unaccompanied Immigrant Children explores the current system for protecting unaccompanied children whom the government has determined do not have viable sponsors.
Please join this webinar to learn more about the report and its recommendations:
- When: July 21 at 3:00 PM EST (12:00 Noon PDT)
- Where: https://bit.ly/2Ug1oEH (Zoom)
CONCERTS
St. Mary’s Cathedral Sunday “Musical Meditations” Livestream
For more information, contact Mr. Chris Tietze at 415-567-2020, Ext. 213
Enjoy the longest continuously running organ concert series in San Francisco, and other instrumental and vocal recitals as well, Sundays at 4:00 pm. These Sunday Musical Meditations are open to the public at the Cathedral (1100 Gough Street, San Francisco) and are being livestreamed on the St. Mary’s Cathedral YouTube channel, above.
Upcoming LIVE and Livestreamed
- Sunday, July 25, 4:00 pm: Justin Brueggeman and Rodney Ward, Organ. Works by Bach, Widor, Willan, Gigout, and Jongen.
- Sunday, August 1, 4:00 pm: Dr. Michal Szostak (Poland), Organ.
- Sunday, August 8, 4:00 pm: Kevin Navarro, Piano, and Joshua Hughes, Baritone. Works by Bach and Mendelssohn.
- Sunday, August 15, 4:00 pm: Roland Voit, Organ.
- Sunday, August 22, 4:00 pm: Christoph Tietze, Organ.
- Sunday, August 29, 4:00 pm: Angela Kraft Cross, Organ.
- Sunday, September 5, 4:00 pm: Ensemble ARI.
- Sunday, September 12, 4:00 pm: August Lee, Cello.
- Sunday, September 19, 4:00 pm: David Hatt, Organ. Works by Dupre, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the composer’s death.
- Sunday, September 26, 4:00 pm: John Wilson, Piano.
Vallombrosa Retreat Center, Menlo Park (REOPENED)
Vallombrosa Retreat Center, 250 Oak Grove Ave., Menlo Park
Main Line: 650-325-5614
Main Line: 650-325-5614
Group Reservations/Booking Contact: Jaynie Fedele | jaynie@vallombrosa.org
Private Retreats/Open to the Public Events: David Leech | davidl@vallombrosa.org
More information and to book Private Retreats: Here
Vallombrosa is pleased to announce the retreat center is open and accepting bookings immediately. Reduced capacity and Covid protocols based on the current tier for San Mateo County are in place. Retreatants coming on campus must check-in upon arrival and follow strict COVID protocols to ensure the health and safety of all who come to the Center. Wearing masks is enforced along with proper social distancing. Hand sanitizers and disinfectants for cleaning are provided.
Private Retreats: Vallombrosa Center currently offers Private Retreats for those who want private rooms for alone time, with Spiritual Direction available. Guests can enjoy the walking trails, shrines and gardens. There are both Day retreats and Overnight (no food or coffee service available in either case) – learn more and book above.
Reminder: The Shrine to Our Lady of Lourdes is complete but still accepting donations for bricks and benches. Make donation here.
Engaging The Heart –
August 21, 2021, 9:00 am-3:30 pm
Live, in-person Pre-cana event (following all California COVID precautions)
Register for this intimate event: Here
El Retiro, the Jesuit Retreat Center of Los Altos
300 Manresa Way, Los Altos
More information and to register for Virtual Retreats: Here
More information and to register for Other Retreats and Programs: Here
More information and to register for Other Retreats and Programs: Here
The Jesuit Retreat Center is happy to announce they have opened and are operating at 50 percent capacity, now that the county is in the orange tier. Beginning in April retreats will begin to be offered on site in person, while virtual retreats will continue. Safety protocols will be enforced. Every Friday, Coffee with St. Joseph (Virtual Retreats); see link above for more information and to register for one of the Men's Virtual Retreats or Women's Virtual Retreats.
St. Ignatius Morning Day of Recollection
Saturday, July 31 | 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon
Celebrate with the retreat center on St. Ignatius Day. Retreat led by Fr. Andrew Rodriguez, S.J. See schedule, above and register by noon on July 29.
Mercy Center Retreats and Events, Burlingame
Mercy Center, 2300 Adeline Dr., Burlingame
Contact: Retreat Center | 650-340-7494 | mc@sistersofmercy.org
Website: Here
Website: Here
Refresh and Renew at Mercy Center!
Mercy Center is open and offers spiritual direction formation, retreats, and personal development programs. Please visit the website, above, to view in-person and online programs and retreats. The retreat center offerings will help you to make meaning of life and deepen your spiritual experiences with meditation, art, music, and prayer. Call, above, to learn more about finding a spiritual director, attending a retreat, and integrating spiritual wellness into your life.
Mercy Center Burlingame is an internationally known conference and retreat center in the San Francisco Bay Area, set on 39 acres of natural sanctuary, flower gardens, contemplative walking paths, expansive lawns, 500 year old oaks, and a meditation labyrinth. In this peaceful, holistic, serene, and beautiful setting, people nurture their personal, professional, and spiritual lives. We welcome nonprofit groups and individuals of all faiths and cultural backgrounds.
Host your next event at Mercy Center! Our staff provides expert support to groups and individuals planning conferences, retreats, and programs. Program directors, teachers, and spiritual directors collaborate to create a unique environment for growth, healing, and personal transformation.
JOBS
All employees of the Archdiocese of San Francisco shall be employed without regard to race, color, sex, ethnic or national origin and pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment, qualified applicants with criminal histories.
Stella Maris Academy at Star of the Sea Parish, Site-Supervisor for Pre-School Program
Garvin T. Colvert, Ph.D., Head of School |
4420 Geary Boulevard, San Francisco, CA 94118 | gcolvert@stellamarissf.org
Stella Maris Academy at Star of the Sea Parish has an exciting opening for a passionate and engaging early childhood educator who shares our school vision of forming young minds and hearts through a classical and Montessori-inspired curriculum for the journey of life. We are committed to providing our students with a rigorous, integrated, and authentic Catholic education. We seek educators who have a background in the liberal arts, a passion for sharing their faith with young people, and a talent for engaging and helping students to grow in the classroom. See complete position description above. Submit resume, cover letter, and reference to Gavin T. Colvert, Ph.D., above.
Director of Operations, Vallombrosa Retreat Center
For more information contact: Christine Escobar | 415-614-5579 | escobarc@sfarch.orgJob Description: Here
The Operations Director plans, directs the operations of the Archdiocesan Vallombrosa Retreat and Conference Center. The Center is first and foremost a church ministry providing for the spiritual needs of visitors. The Director establishes and maintains a welcoming and hospitable environment that is conducive to reflection, prayer and productive use of the facilities. The Director demonstrates a strong commitment to retreat and conference work and actively promotes the full and appropriate use of its facilities and services. The Director must be aligned with the unique mission of the Center and be able to identify the program potential as well as areas for improvement.
Family Services Advisor, Holy Cross Cemeteries
Holy Cross Cemeteries
Contact: Sylvia Rivera : srivera@holycrosscemeteries.com Job Description and Submission Information: Here
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery is seeking candidates for the position of Family Services Advisor to meet with families and assist in arranging cemetery services and memorialization. See link, above, for a full job description and how to apply.
Supervisor of Vehicle Maintenance - CYO Transportation Services of Daly City
Contact Marty Rea, General Manager | mrea@catholiccharitiessf.org or
650-757-2118
650-757-2118
Catholic Charities CYO Transportation Services of Daly City, seeks a Supervisor of Vehicle Maintenance for school bus and fleet vehicles. Inspect and repair vehicles (70%) with parts procurement and supervision of a small staff (30%). Vehicle maintenance supervisor and school bus experience preferred. Candidate will need to attain a Class B license within 6 months of employment. Salary: $83,000-$90,000 depending on experience, with generous benefits. Link for complete job description is above.
St. Patrick’s Seminary & University, Kitchen Help/Prep Cook
Office/ Dept: Food Services
Regular, Full-time, Non-exempt
The Kitchen Help/Prep Cook reports to the Kitchen Manager and is responsible for assisting the Oblate Sisters of Jesus the Priest in preparing meals in the cafeteria at St. Patrick’s Seminary & University. The Kitchen Help/Prep Cook understands and complies with CAL/OSHA Safety and health regulations by maintaining hazard free work environments, properly using and storing kitchen equipment, properly storing food, and immediately reporting any hazardous working environments or injuries to the Kitchen Manager. See above for Job Description and instructions for submitting resume, cover letter and two references.
Immaculate Heart Of Mary School (IHM), Belmont – Middle School Religion Teacher (Part-Time)
Contact: Mrs. Andrea Harville, Principal | 650-593-4265 | aharville@ihmschoolbelmont.org
IHM is looking for a part-time (10-15 hours a week) Middle School Religion Teacher for the 2021-22 school year. For Position Description see link, above.
Director of Faith Formation, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish, Mill Valley
Contact: Fr. Pat Michaels | Michaels.Patrick@sfarch.org
The Director of Faith Formation (DFF) will collaborate with the Pastor and be responsible for the faith formation for children and their families in grades beginning with Kindergarten, including sacramental preparation to be carried out according to the catechetical norms of the Archdiocese of San Francisco (including RCIC), catechist recruitment, training and support, and parent outreach. The DFF will also contribute to forming Faith Formation experiences geared to the parish at large, in which context, in collaboration with the Pastor, they will develop processes of Sacramental Preparation for Matrimony, Baptism, and RCIA.
TICKLER FILE
A Journey of Faith Conference and Mass
Celebrating 500 Years of Christianity in the Philippines
Hosted by the Filipino Ministry of the Archdiocese of San Francisco
July 31, 2021 | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm | Mass at 11:30 am
Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption | 1111 Gough St., San Francisco
For more information contact: Estelle Oloresisimo at estelle.oloresisimo@gmail.com
Flyer attached: Here
Please come and join Filipino brothers and sisters in a journey of faith conference celebrating 500 years of Christianity in the Philippines on Saturday, July 31, 2021 from 9 am to 1 pm at St. Mary’s Cathedral. A Thanksgiving Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 am at St. Mary’s Cathedral. Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone will be the main celebrant and Bishop Oscar Solis, the first Filipino-American bishop in the United States and the bishop of the Diocese of Salt Lake City, will concelebrate and will be the homilist. Hope to see you all there in support of the Filipino Ethnic Ministry.
If you would like to unsubscribe from this newsletter, click the link below. (Parishes and Pastors who unsubscribe will be contacted so that we are able to identify another reliable contact point.) Please do not hesitate to call or e-mail if you have any questions. Send e-mail to The Bridge at TheBridge@sfarch.org
Office of Communication & Media Relations
415-614-5638 | Main 415-614-5500 | comms@sfarch.org