November 14, 2022
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CHANCERY NEWS
Advent Kick-Off! Video debut with Mark Nowakowski and Archbishop Cordileone (Via Zoom)
Sunday, November 27, 2022, 2:00 p.m.
Contact: Maggie Gallagher mgallagher@bxvi.org
Hear Advent reflections from Archbishop Cordileone. Let's begin our journey to Christmas by hearing his thoughts about preparing for the Christ child. Listen to a new setting of the classic hymn "Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence" by Mark Nowakowski, performed by The Vos Omnes Virtual Choir. Register above to get link.
St. Nicholas Day with Archbishop Cordileone & His Schola in Menlo Park at St. Patrick Seminary & University
320 Middlefield Road, Menlo Park, CA
Friday, December 2, 2022, 7:00 p.m.
Contact: Maggie Gallagher mgallagher@bxvi.org
For More Information and to Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/407017047947
It's time for the annual St. Nicholas Day prayer service. The voices of the Archbishop's Schola will lift your hearts to God. Archbishop Cordileone will lead us in Advent prayers and reflections. Afterwards we will gather in the Seminary library for hospitality--appetizers and desserts. Please register above.
New - Advertising for Parish Advent Events!
Contact: Mary Powers | 628-205-2106 | powersm@sfarch.org
Advent is just around the corner! The Office of Communications invites you to send in your Parish Advent events to advertise on our website and in the Catholic San Francisco weekly e-newsletter. Email event information to Mary Powers above.
EVENTS
New - Advent Lecture Series at St. Rita Parish in Fairfax
100 Marinda Dr., Fairfax
Tuesdays, November 29, December 6, December 13, & December 20
7:00- 8:00 p.m.
7:00- 8:00 p.m.
Contact: Yvette Armendariz | 415-456-4815 | saintritafairfax@att.net
Parish website: www.SaintRitaChurch.org
All are welcome to St. Rita Parish Advent Tuesdays. The theme is “Laudato Si’ and World Peace: Celebrating the 7th Anniversary of Laudato Si’”
Presenters and topics are:
November 29: “Living in the Light of Christ’s Peace”
By Most Rev. John Wester, D.D. - Archbishop of Santa Fe, New Mexico.
December 6: "Climate Migration: Now and Here"
By Rev. Kenneth Weare, Ph.D. - Pastor, Saint Rita Church and Adj. Professor of Social Ethics, USF
December 13: "Laudato Sí, Climate Change, and Global Conflict in the 21st Century"
By Professor Jesse Anttila-Hughes, Ph.D. Assoc. Professor of Economics, University of San Francisco.
December 20: "Hinduism and The Climate: The Upanishads and Collective Death"
By Professor Vijaya Nagarajan, Ph.D. Assoc. Professor of Theology Chair, Dept. of Theology & Religious Studies, University of San Francisco.
New – Christmas Grief Gathering at St. Dominic Parish
Saturday, December 10, 2022. 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
2390 Bush Street, San Francisco – Aquinas Room
Contact: Deacon Chuck McNeil | 415-567-7824 | deaconchuck@stdominics.org
All are invited to this gathering for those who are preparing to celebrate the Solemnity of Christmas with a grieving heart.
Guadalupana Pilgrimage from All Souls Church, South San Francisco to St. Mary's Cathedral
Saturday, December 3, 2022. 5:00 a.m. - Concludes with 2:00 p.m. Mass at
Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption - 1111 Gough St., San Francisco
Organized by Guadalupana Cruzada de San Francisco
Pedro and Marta Garcia | 415-333-4868 | cruzadaguadalupana@gmail.com
United in one faith, let us walk and pray for: a fair and just immigration reform, for the world's peace, for all the sick, and for our personal intentions, through the intercession of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
5:00 a.m. - Gathering Time
5:30 a.m. - Pilgrims Blessing
6:00 a.m. - Departure from All Souls Church 315 Walnut Ave., South San Francisco
2:00 p.m. - Solemn Mass at St. Mary's Cathedral celebrated by Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone
CONCERTS
St. Mary’s Cathedral Sunday Afternoon “Musical Meditations” Live and Livestreamed
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, November 20, 4:00 pm: August Lee, Cello, with Jin Kyung Lim, Piano.
- Sunday, November 27, 4:00 pm: Clare Ghigo, Soprano.
- Sunday, December 4, 4:00 pm: Advent Lessons and Carols, sung by St. Mark’s Lutheran Church Choir and St. Mary’s Cathedral Choir with works by Handel, Biebl, Balbi, and Grassi.
- Sunday, December 11, 4:00 pm: Christoph Tietze and Karen Hastings Flegel, Organ. Franck: Trois Chorals. This recital is part of the Cathedral Franck Cycle, celebrating the composer’s 200th birthday.
- Sunday, December 18, 7:00 pm (NOTE TIME): Cookies and Carols. St. Mary’s Cathedral Choir and St. Brigid School Honor Choir present seasonal musical delights, followed by cookie reception.
- Sunday, December 25: NO RECITAL
- Sunday, January 1: NO RECITAL
- Sunday, January 8, 4:00 pm: Epiphany Lessons and Carols, sung by St. Brigid School Honor Choir and Golden Gate Boyschoir and Bellringers.
- Sunday, January 15, 4:00 pm: Justan Foster, Organ.
- Sunday, January 22, 4:00 pm: Gail Archer (New York), Organ.
- Sunday, January 19: NO RECITAL
Mission Dolores Basilica
Contact: Jerome Lenk | 415-621-8203 x20 | music@missiondolores.org
Website: www.missiondolores.org
Mission Dolores Basilica announces the Tenth Season of the Second Sunday Recital Series. All recitals are at 4 p.m. and will be simultaneously live-streamed via www.facebook.com/missiondoloressf
- Free admission. Suggested donation $10
Upcoming Fall concert events:
Sunday, December 4 – 4 p.m., San Francisco Girl’s Chorus
Sunday, December 18 – 5 p.m., Annual Basilica Choir Candlelight Christmas Concert
Sunday, December 18 – 5 p.m., Annual Basilica Choir Candlelight Christmas Concert
Individual retreats for the Retreat Houses are not being detailed in The Bridge.
Please go to the retreat center website to see the retreats they are offering.
Vallombrosa Retreat Center, Menlo Park
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: Jaynie Fedele | jaynie@vallombrosa.org
For more information and to book Private Retreats: Click here.
For calendar of events: Click here.
Vallombrosa is open and accepting bookings. All local COVID protocols are adhered to.
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.
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 April 2021, retreats began to be offered on site in person, while virtual retreats continue. Safety protocols are enforced. Every Friday we offer 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.
Mercy Center Retreats and Events, Burlingame
Mercy Center, 2300 Adeline Dr., Burlingame
Contact: Retreat Center | 650-340-7494 | mc@sistersofmercy.org
More information and to register for retreats go to 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.
Director of Information Technology & Parish Services, Archdiocese of San Francisco Chancery
1 Peter Yorke Way, San Francisco
Contact: Christine Escobar | escobarc@sfarch.org | 415-614-5579:
The Director of Information Technology & Parish Services is responsible for the oversight of all technology systems within the Archdiocesan Chancery. See attached Job Description for Purpose, Major Responsibilities & Duties, Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities, and Education and/or Experience required for this position.
To Apply: Please submit your application, resume, and cover letter to Christine Escobar at the Department of Human Resources, 1 Peter Yorke Way, San Francisco, CA 94109 or escobarc@sfarch.org
St. Ignatius Parish: Coordinator of Digital, Print, & Social Media
650 Parker Ave., San Francisco
Contact: Linda Benson | lbenson3@usfca.edu | 415-422-2937
The Coordinator of Digital, Print, & Social Media will plan, organize, create, and produce effective digital and print communications for St. Ignatius Parish. This is a full-time, exempt, Sunday through Thursday position working primarily on site. The successful candidate will:
- Oversee the on-site livestream production team to ensure a high-quality experience for those who participate in liturgies and other Parish events virtually.
- Manage, monitor, & maintain all Parish owned digital & social media platforms, including Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and developing content for these platforms to attract and engage virtual visitors.
- Produce a weekly print bulletin and weekly eNewsletter, recruiting writers, designers, and editors as needed.
- Manage, monitor, and maintain the parish website, ensuring that all information is updated and accurate.
Full job description is attached below.
TICKLER FILE
St. Ignatius Parish - Encountering Vatican II: Fall Speaker Series at St. Ignatius Parish Opens with Michael Sean Winters
650 Parker Avenue, San Francisco
Contact: Lisa Freese | lcfreese@usfca.edu | 415-422-2195
Event Website: https://www.stignatiussf.org/vatican-ii
This fall, in honor of the 60th anniversary of the convening of Vatican II, St. Ignatius Parish will host a six-part series inviting all of us to encounter this Council and its continuing effects for the Catholic community. Join Michael Sean Winters of the National Catholic Reporter on Thursday, October 6 at 6:30 PM in St. Ignatius Church as he opens our series with an overview of the Council, and why it matters today. In person with reception to follow. Also available via Livestream. RSVP on our website.
Upcoming Sessions:
11/17/2022, 6:30–8:00 p.m.
12/1/2022, 6:30–8:00 p.m.
12/8/2022, 6:30–8:00 p.m.
Restorative Justice Ministry Hosts Thanksgiving Meals in the San Francisco Jails
November 16 and 17
Contact: Julio Escobar | escobarj@sfarch.org | (415) 614-5572
This event provides a full Thanksgiving meal to individuals in jails, offering them a bit of joy and spiritual nourishment along with their food. After changes due to the pandemic, volunteers will again be able to go into the jails this year to serve and celebrate with the people. If you would like to volunteer for this program or make a donation ($15 covers the cost of one meal), please visit the website above or contact Julio Escobar.
Restorative Justice Ministry Christmas Card Drive
Contact: Julio Escobar | escobarj@sfarch.org | (415) 614-5572
This annual drive results in cards being delivered to men and women in San Francisco jails so that they can send holiday messages to their loved ones. This small act can help people to stay connected to their loved ones at a time of year when it can be especially difficult to be separated. Please see the above website for details. Cards or donations should be received by December 9. Thank you for your generosity!
Christmas at Kohl 2022 Holiday Boutique
2750 Adeline Drive, Burlingame (Kohl Mansion / Mercy High School)
Wednesday, November 30, 5:00-9:00 p.m.
Event Website: https://www.mercyhsb.com/about/christmas-at-kohl
Cost: $15 Donation
Contact: Carol Fraher | 650-762-1192 | cfraher@mercyhsb.com
The public is cordially invited to the annual Holiday Boutiques Christmas at Kohl 2022. The event held at the Kohl Mansion, formerly known as “The Oaks” will be decorated with thousands of twinkling lights, garlands, and Christmas trees.
More than 65 vendors will display unique holiday treasures, jewelry, clothing, and holiday decorations. A docent presentation and history of the historic Kohl Mansion will start at 6:30 p.m. There will be beverages and light holiday snacks for sale. This event is sponsored by the Mercy High School Alumnae Association and a $15.00 donation is appreciated.
This is a great place to start your Christmas shopping! Park and shuttle from Our Lady of Angels Church Parking Lot and miss the traffic! Shuttle service runs every 15 minutes starting at 5:15 p.m. All of the parking lots on the Mercy campus will also be available this year.
For more information please contact: Carol Fraher, above, or visit the website at: https://www.mercyhsb.com/about/christmas-at-kohl
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