ST. FINN BARR PARISH
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
PASTOR'S CORNER
Fr. Raymond Tyohemba, VC
SUNDAY MASS!
FIRST READING: Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-8
Set in the plains of Moab, Moses issues a strong exhortation to the people to be faithful to their covenant with God by observing the law God gave to Moses on Mt. Sinai.
RESPONSORIAL PSALM 15
This Psalm tells us that true worshippers are those who live good virtuous lives.
SECOND READING: James 1:17-18, 21b-22, 27
The Epistle of St. James is profound for its simplicity and challenge.
We are reminded that every good gift comes from above; hence, our reason to always be grateful to God.
Here, we come across one of the most beautiful exhortations in all of Scripture: “Humbly welcome the Word that has been planted in you and has the power to save souls.” Opening our hearts to God’s Word always implies a readiness to act on what the Word asks of us; hence, James’ famous exhortation: “Be doers of the Word and not just hearers.” One of his suggestions on how we can accomplish this is to reach out to widows and orphans- In the Old Testament orphans and widows represent the weakest members of society. True Gospel living always leads to some form of social action or justice.
Appreciation
I want to personally thank you for your generous donations to St. Finn Barr Parish.
Our Archdiocesan Annual Appeal campaign just reached 54% ($16,009)!
We’re honored you would bless us with your generosity. Donations like yours make a big difference in the work our church does in serving people and also supporting the many ministries of the Archdiocese.
Please help us reach our goal ($29,603).
WORSHIP WITH US FOR THE 22nd SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Saturday - August 28
4PM English Mass
Sunday - August 29
9AM English Mass
11AM Spanish Mass
NEWS AND UPDATES
POSITION AVAILABLE FOR HOUSEKEEPER
Status: Non-Exempt Reports to: Parish Adminstrator
Interested Applicants please send your resume to:
Rectory Office:
Fr. Raymond Tyohemba, VC
Saint Finn Barr Parish
415 Edna Street San Francisco, CA 94112
E-mail: Tyohemba.Raymond@sfarch.org Contact Phone 415-333-3627 [Mon – Thurs, between the hours of 9 am - 4 pm.]
GENERAL DESCRIPTION Provides cleaning and laundry services for persons living in the rectory. This is a part-time position working one (1) day a week, for four (4) hours.
POSSIBLE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Cleans the rectory by dusting, sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming. Develops a cleaning schedule to ensure rectory is maintained in an orderly manner.
2. Provides laundry services for persons living in the rectory. Washes, dry clothing and Linens and arranges for dry cleaning as appropriate.
3. Prepares list of household cleaning supplies needed for the rectory.
4. May serve as receptionist for the rectory. Answers phone when the pastor is absent. Greets visitors and provides information and referral to persons needing assistance.
If you would like to apply, please refer to requirements listed in the job description below. Thank you.
Together in Holiness Marriage Conference
Presented in collaboration with the Archdiocese of San Francisco Office of Marriage and Family. Please see below for information on how to attend.
CATECHISM PROGRAM
CATECHISM REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
Registration Materials for Religious Education are attached & available at the church vestibule beginning this weekend.
Our Catechism Program needs volunteers to serve as teaching assistants and support. Would you please call the rectory office and leave your contact information.
FROM THE ARCHDIOCESE
Monthly Mass & Rosary Procession for Life September 4, 2021, 8:00 am
All are invited and welcome for our monthly Mass at St. Mary's Cathedral followed by a rosary procession to the Bush Street Planned Parenthood Clinic.
Respect Life Essay Contest Kicks Off In January
The 2022 Essay Contest will kick off in January 2022,with materials distributed to schools and teachers in the fall to allow enough time to integrate it into their curriculum. The Mass & Awards Celebration will be celebrated next year on the 4th Sunday of April. This is a change from the past when the essay contest was held in the fall.
Please contact Maria Martinez-Mont, Respect Life & Gabriel Project Coordinator at the Office of Human Life & Dignity for more info:
phone: 415-614-5533 email: martinezmontm@sfarch.org
PARISH SCHOOL
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Admissions for the 2021-2022 school year is under way now. Please refer to the "Admissions Process" link below for details on how to schedule a visit.
https://stfinnbarr.org/admissions/apply-now
Please enjoy the "Rise Up" video of the St. Finn Barr Parish school community
https://vimeo.com/508803834/832c215157
PARISH BULLETIN
22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Cycle B
August 29, 2021
RECTORY HOURS:
Monday through Thursday
9AM - 4PM
CLOSED FRIDAYS
CONFESSIONS: Saturday - 3PM-4PM
Collections: Weekly Goal: $5,000
Weekend of Aug. 21 & Aug.22
Offerings ........................... $4,037
Online................................. $ 0
Thank you for your
continued support!!
Archbishop Annual Appeal 2021
2021 Campaign Goal ........... $29,603
Contributions received $16,009/54%
22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Cycle B
Sunday, August 29, 2021
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First Reading
Deuteronomy 4:1-2,6-8
Moses tells the Israelites to observe the commandments that God gave them.
Deuteronomy 4:1-2,6-8
Moses tells the Israelites to observe the commandments that God gave them.
Responsorial Psalm
Psalm 15:2-3,3-4,4-5
Those who do justice will find favor with God.
Psalm 15:2-3,3-4,4-5
Those who do justice will find favor with God.
Second Reading
James 1:17-18,21b-22,27
James teaches that Christians should be doers of the Word.
James 1:17-18,21b-22,27
James teaches that Christians should be doers of the Word.
Gospel Reading
Mark 7:1-8,14-15,21-23
Jesus teaches that it is that which comes from our hearts that defiles us.
Mark 7:1-8,14-15,21-23
Jesus teaches that it is that which comes from our hearts that defiles us.
Background on the Gospel Reading
In today’s Gospel, Jesus first criticizes the Pharisees for putting human tradition above God’s Law. Here, Jesus is referring to the tradition of the elders, the teachings of the Pharisees, which extended the ritual-purity laws of Temple worship to everyday life. Jesus criticizes the Pharisees for making this tradition equal to and as binding as the Law of Moses.
Next, Jesus comments on the meaning behind the Pharisees’ language of holiness—clean and unclean. Jesus teaches that a person is not defined by the food that enters his or her body, but rather by sin that emerges from his or her words and actions. In this teaching, Jesus unmasks a deeper question behind the one posed to him by the Pharisees.
The real issue is holiness, which is not found in external acts alone. Holiness comes from within and is evidenced in the actions and attitudes that emerge from a person’s life.
If we read today’s Gospel carefully, we will see a pattern in Jesus’ teaching method that will be repeated in the weeks ahead. Jesus’ first teaching is directed to the Pharisees who questioned him. Jesus’ words are then directed to the crowd, teaching that a person is defiled by his or her words and actions, not by the food that he or she eats.
As we see in this reading, the words to the Pharisees are often words of challenge. The teaching to the crowds is often a general, sometimes cryptic, message. With the disciples, who often misunderstand Jesus’ words, further explanation is offered about his message and its meaning.
Jesus’ words challenge us as well. In our desire to show that we are holy, we might also give too much credence to externals, following rules without thinking about the intention behind them. Jesus reminds us that we do not make ourselves holy by our actions. Rather, we become holy when we allow God’s Spirit to transform us. Our actions should be an expression of the conversion of our heart to God and to God’s ways.
-Loyola Press
LITURGICAL MINISTERS AND LECTORS:
AUGUST 28 & 29
SATURDAY: 4:00PM SUNDAY: 9:00AM
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS _____________________
Angel Fontanilla Ed Campos
LECTORS ___________________________________
Alice Abiva Margaret Lemus
WEEKLY READINGS
