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CONTAINS CONTENT FOR YOUR BULLETINS
April 8, 2024
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CHANCERY NEWS
New - Walk with Jesus Across the Golden Gate Bridge!
**Sunday, May 19, 2024, 11:00am
Mass at Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption – 1111 Gough St.
**Monday, May 20, 2024, 1:30pm
Walk Eucharistic procession to St. Raphael Parish
via Albert Park – 151 Andersen Dr., San Rafael
Contact: Sandra Kearney | 415-614-5505 | kearneys@sfarch.org
For Updated Information: Click Here
Join us for the launch of the National Eucharistic Revival Pilgrimage from the West with the St. Junipero Serra Route. Join Archbishop Cordileone and the Eucharistic Perpetual Pilgrims for 11:00am Mass at Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption followed by a pilgrimage walk with the Blessed Sacrament across the Golden Gate Bridge. On Monday, May 20, don't miss the Eucharistic procession in downtown San Rafael, starting at 3:00pm, followed by a celebration and hosted dinner at St. Raphael parish. Updated information above.
Catholic Near East Welfare Association President available to Speak at Parishes and Schools
Contact: Deacon Fred Totah | 415-614-5504 | totah.fred@sfarch.org
Msgr. Peter Vaccari, (President CNEWA & Pontifical Mission) is looking for possible dates this Spring for a visit to the Archdioceses of San Francisco to let the people know about the mission of CNEWA (Catholic Near East Association and Pontifical Mission) as an agency of healing and hope in today’s often broken world, especially where Eastern Catholic lives. He can also discuss how wars are impacting the ancient Eastern Christian Churches.
March Content from the National Catholic Bioethics Center for Parishes to Navigate Ethical Issues
The Archdiocese of San Francisco has partnered with the National Catholic Bioethics Center (NCBC) to help pastors and their parishioners navigate ethical issues associated with health care, end of life care, abortion, contraception, gender ideology, physician-assisted suicide and euthanasia, and other topics. As part of this Archdiocesan Parish Partnership Program, the NCBC provides a monthly newsletter that features helpful content for use in parish bulletins and in other promotional channels.
Here are links to the March 2024 bulletin inserts for you to share with your parishioners:
- Living a Catholic Life, "There Is No Right to a Child"
- Making Sense of Bioethics, "Vaccine Mandates and Catholic Colleges"
- Bioethics Public Policy Report
This month, there also is a special message from NCBC President Joseph Meaney about in vitro fertilization in light of the Alabama Supreme Court ruling.
Here are links to the archives of Living a Catholic Life, Making Sense of Bioethics, and NCBC webinars. Feel free to use any of these resources in your parish ministries.
For questions about the Archdiocesan-NCBC partnership, contact Deacon Fred Totah.
For questions about the NCBC, please contact Sarah Zerr at szerr@ncbcente.
More helpful content and monthly updates can be found on the Archdiocesan website at sfarch.org/bioethics.
EVENTS
New – Path Through the Dark – A Play Portraying the Life of Nono Nagle, Foundress of the Sisters of the Presentation
Saturday and Sunday, May 4 and 5, 2:30pm
Presentation Theater, University of San Francisco – 2350 Turk Blvd., San Francisco
Reserved Tickets: Click Here.
Contact: Sister Stephanie Still, PBVM | sstill@pbvmsf.org
Path Through the Dark is being presented by the Sisters of the Presentation to celebrate their 170th Anniversary of their presence in San Francisco. The one act play celebrates the foundress of the Sisters of the Presentation, Nano Nagle, who founded the order in Ireland in 1775. The performance is free. Reserve tickets above. A reception in the Presentation Motherhouse will follow the performance. For more information, contact Sister Stephanie Still, PBVM, above.
New – Stella Maris Academy Summer Camp (1st to 8th Grades)
360 9th Ave., San Francisco
Contact: Marilyn Bridon | 415-628-9774 | mbridon@stellamarissf.org
Event Website: Click Here
Join our Hellenistic Classical Catholic Summer! Is it all Greek to you? Yes, it is! And Roman too! Learn Greek vase painting, create a mosaic tiled plaque, learn the alphabet, colors, numbers and more in ancient Greek! Cook some Roman delicacies from antiquity! There will be science, games in the arena; music in the amphitheater; history and myth, and storytelling to fill your day. Every Friday an exciting fact-filled field trip is planned to sites here in our city that reflect Greek and Roman roots.
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, April 14, 4:00pm: Verve Trio with Chia-Lin Yang, Piano.
- Sunday, April 21: NO RECITAL
- Sunday, April 28, 4:00pm: Octavio Mujica and Carlo Maynez, Cello.
- Sunday, May 5, 4:00pm: Cathedral Choir School Spring Concert.
- Sunday, May 12, 4:00pm: Christoph Tietze, Organ.
- Sunday, May 19, 4:00pm: Folias Duo: Carmen Maret, Flute, and Andrew Bergeron, Guitar.
- Sunday, May 26, 4:00pm: David Hirst (UK), Organ.
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 is accepting bookings.
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 it is open for in-person and virtual retreats. 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
For 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.
PAY TRANSPARENCY LAW
Contact: Christine Escobar | 415-614-5579 | escobarc@sfarch.org
California Law: Click here.
REMINDER TO PARISHES. When submitting jobs to be posted in The Bridge, the description and/or attached job description must include the wage range. The link to the California Pay Transparency Law is provided above.
New – Associate Superintendent – Elementary Schools (2 Positions) (Full Time, Exempt)
Chancery Pastoral Center – 1 Peter Yorke Way, San Franisco
Contact: Christine Escobar | 415-614-5579 | escobarc@sfarch.org
Expressing the vision of Catholic education for the Archdiocese of San Francisco, Archbishop Cordileone believes that “Catholic schools should be a place where people come to know, love and serve Jesus Christ and that school should be an extension of the ministry of the Church.” The Associate Superintendent supports this mission by helping Catholic schools within the Archdiocese of San Francisco carry out the ministry of Catholic education, supporting the integration of Catholic faith and culture into the life of our schools. In particular, the Associate Superintendent assists schools in leadership support and development, peda-gogical formation, and curricular assessment and enrichment. The Associate Superintendent works collaboratively within the Department of Catholic Schools and with the Director of Catholic Identity Formation & Assessment to implement the Mission and Goals of the Department of Catholic Schools.
Pay Range $140,000-$155,00 annual salary.
To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed application to Christine Escobar, Assistant Director of Human Resources at escobarc@sfarch.org or 1 Peter Yorke Way, SF, CA 94109
New – Associate Superintendent – Secondary Schools (Full Time, Exempt)
Chancery Pastoral Center – 1 Peter Yorke Way, San Franisco
Contact: Christine Escobar | 415-614-5579 | escobarc@sfarch.org
Expressing the vision of Catholic education for the Archdiocese of San Francisco, Archbishop Cordileone believes that “Catholic schools should be a place where people come to know, love and serve Jesus Christ and that school should be an extension of the ministry of the Church.” The Associate Superintendent supports this mission by helping Catholic schools within the Archdiocese of San Francisco carry out the ministry of Catholic education, supporting the integration of Catholic faith and culture into the life of our schools. In particular, the Associate Superintendent for Secondary Schools is primarily responsible for providing leadership support and development, pedagogical formation, and curricular assessment and enrichment to high schools within the Archdiocese. The Associate Superintendent works collaboratively within the Department of Catholic Schools and with the Director of Catholic Identity Formation & Assessment to implement the Mission and Goals of the Department of Catholic Schools.
Pay Range: $140,000-$155,000 annual salary
To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed application to Christine Escobar, Assistant Director of Human Resources at escobarc@sfarch.org or 1 Peter Yorke Way, SF, CA 94109
New – Controller at Catholic Cemeteries (Full Time, Exempt)
1500 Mission Road, Colma
Contact: Monica Williams, Director | 650-746-5463 | mjwilliams@holycrosscemeteries.com
The Controller is a professional employee who reports directly to the Director of Cemeteries. S/he assists the Director with the stewardship of the physical, financial, and personnel resources of the Cemetery Department, in accordance with the Archdiocesan policies and guidelines. S/he is responsible to manage the Catholic Cemeteries’ Accounting Department and for providing oversight of accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, relevant aspects of the month-end close, and the annual audit process, as well as various recurring governmental reporting requirements.
New – Administrative Assistant (Full Time) at St. Agnes Parish
1025 Masonic Ave., San Francisco
Contact: Andrea Amaya | 415-487-8560 | andrea@saintagnessf.org
St. Agnes Catholic Parish seeks a full-time Administrative Assistant for the parish office. To apply, please see the job description attached below and email a resume and cover letter to Andrea Amaya.
New – DRE at St. Patrick Parish, Larkspur
114 King St., Larkspur
Contact: Msgr. Michael Padazinski | 415-824-0600 | mpadazinski@stpatricksmarin.org
St. Patrick Parish, a vibrant and family-filled community located in Marin county’s beautiful city of Larkspur, is looking for a Director of Religious Education to begin this summer. The position will officially begin in July of 2024, with the opportunity to be mentored by the current DRE starting in June of 2024. Pay Range: $68,000-$75,000 per year.
Please see the job description attached below for more details. Contact Monsignor Padazinski, if you have questions, and send him your resume by email if interested.
Payroll Coordinator at ADSF Chancery (Non-Exempt,
Full Time)
1 Peter Yorke Way, San Francisco
Contact: Christine Escobar | 415-614-5579 | escobarc@sfarch.org
The Chancery Payroll Dept is looking for a Payroll Coordinator with up to 2 years of experience processing payroll and reconciliations. Must possess well-developed computer skills (Microsoft Office/Word/Excel), 10-key experience. Able to work under frequent deadline pressure as well as being flexible to a changing environment. Able to handle confidential information with discretion. Possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Must be detail-oriented and possess excellent organizational skills and excellent interpersonal skills. Must be able to interface with various levels of staff. The pay rate is $28.00-30.50 per hour.
To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and completed application to Christine Escobar, Human Resources Manager at the Archdiocese of San Francisco, One Peter Yorke Way, San Francisco, CA 94109, or escobarc@sfarch.org.
Teacher at Our Lady of the Pillar Academy in Half Moon Bay (Grades K-8)
400 Church St., Half Moon Bay
Contact: Tim Lyons | 408-859-4464 | tlyons@olp.academy
Our Lady of the Pillar Academy is a new joyfully Catholic, classical grade school in its inaugural year offering a rigorous, integrated curriculum centered on the Incarnation of Jesus Christ. The Teacher/Administrative Assistant serves as the assistant to the Teachers and Headmaster. A detailed job description is attached including salary range.
(Repost) Receptionist at ADSF Chancery (Non-Exempt, Full-Time)
1 Peter Yorke Way, San Francisco
Contact: Christine Escobar | 415-614-5579 | escobarc@sfarch.org
This position ensures safe entry and exit of Pastoral Center employees – to screen anyone entering the building, to announce guests, to process telephone calls throughout the building, manage meeting space bookings and required technology services. The pay range is $22.50-24.00 per hour.
To apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed application to Christine Escobar, Human Resources Manager at the Archdiocese of San Francisco, One Peter Yorke Way, San Francisco, CA 94109 or escobarc@sfarch.org.
(Repost) Office Coordinator at ADSF Chancery, Vicar for Clergy’s Office (Non-Exempt, Full-Time)
1 Peter Yorke Way, San Francisco
Contact: Christine Escobar | 415-614-5579 | escobarc@sfarch.org
This position will support the Office Manager and the work of the Vicar for Clergy’s Office. A successful candidate will interact effectively on the phone and in written and oral communications. Must have good listening skills; good written and verbal communication skills; and must possess the ability to resolve problems and provide solutions. The right candidate exercises discretion, has strong organizational skills, effective letter writing, and prioritizes tasks effectively. Must be familiar with managing invoices and payment, credit card reconciliation, and strong computer and people skills.
To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed application to Christine Escobar, Human Resources Manager at the Archdiocese of San Francisco, One Peter Yorke Way, San Francisco, CA 94109 or escobarc@sfarch.org.
TICKLER FILE
21st Century Eucharistic Miracles Parish Presentations
Contact: Nicolle Dougherty | nicolle@sfeucharistrevival.com
Read more: Click Here
Hear and see the compelling scientific evidence affirming the truths of our faith, hosted by Dr. Scott French, an ER physician and former Stanford professor and board member of Father Spitzer’s Magis Center. Don’t miss this free amazing faith and fellowship event that everyone is talking about, followed by Eucharistic adoration and Confession. To schedule this presentation at your parish, contact Nicolle Dougherty.
ADSF Mandatory Workplace Violence Prevention Training at St. Mary Cathedral for Schools and Parishes
Thursday, April 25, 2024, at 8:15a-3:30p
Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption, 1111 Gough St.
Contact: Derek Gaskin | gaskind@sfarch.org
RSVP by April 8: safety@sfarchdiocese.org
The Archdiocese of San Francisco is hosting mandatory in-person training workshop for both schools and parishes. The Archdiocese invites each school and parish representative to participate in this one-day Workplace Violence Prevention Program (SB-553) and crisis response training to help increase awareness, manage compliance and help improve the overall safety of our workplaces, tech environment, and workspaces.
SB-553, supported and enforced by OSHA, will need to be in place at each of our church and school locations by July 1, 2024. Therefore, we are arranging to have an in-person (mandatory) rollout training with all our site Safety Coordinators and representatives on April 25, 2024, from 08:15a – 3:30p. It is very important that each school and parish have a representative in attendance who is capable of training others at their respective schools or parishes on this important safety information. Please be sure to either email Derek Gaskin or RSVP above. This will be the only way we can truly present, explain, and train employees regarding the importance of implementing and managing the WVPP, (Workplace Violence Prevention Program) prior to the deadline: July 1, 2024.
Once again, this becomes California law – enforced by OSHA on July 1, 2024. No one is exempted from the WVPP s-bill. Please place this training date on your calendar as soon as possible. Each location will be responsible for having an in-house PMT, (Program Management Team) that manages this program. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to Derek Gaskin, (see email above). As always, be safe, stay vigilant and always do the very best you can.
Our Lady of Manaoag 26th Anniversary Mass at St. Gregory Parish, San Mateo
Saturday, April 27, 1:30p (Rosary and Mass)
2751 Hacienda St., San Mateo
Contact: Nelly Sarmiento | 415-939-3678 | meganmilpro@gmail.com
Join St. Gregory Parish celebrate this feast of Our Lady of Manaoag. Fr. Reburiano, pastor, will be the celebrant of the Holy Mass. Free lunch after the Mass. Bring your “Our Lady of Manaoag” articles for blessing by Fr. Reburiano.
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