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Chancery Announcements Announcements San Francisco County Marin County San Mateo County

Concerts

Retreat Houses

Job Listings Tickler File Submission guidelines

Weekly Chancery bulletin linking the three counties in the Archdiocese • January 6, 2020

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CHANCERY ANNOUNCEMENTS TIPOFF TIME – Join the Fun at Clericus Classic Basketball Night Saturday, January 18, 6:00 pm doors open; 7:00 pm game Serra High School, Main Gym, 451 West 20th Ave., San Mateo sfarch.org/events/clericus-classic Come out and support the 5th Annual Clericus Classic Basketball Game, featuring priests and seminarians. Archbishop Cordileone will be the official host and honorary tipoff referee. This family-fun evening is sponsored by the Office of Vocations. There will be skills competitions and other activities; a scrimmage game between eighth-graders and priests; food and drink to buy; and raffle drawings with a top prize of $1,000 (for adults only; must be present to collect). Doors open at 6:00 pm sharp, with pre-game activities at 6:30 and a 7:00 tip-off. Ticket prices are adults $10, children $5. Tickets are available at the door. Credit card and cash will be accepted.

NEW – 2020 Archdiocesan Annual Appeal Kickoff Gatherings Jennie Dahl 415-614-5583 dahlj@sfarch.org In order to help you enjoy a short and successful AAA in 2020, all Pastors, Parochial Vicars, parish Office Managers, and AAA Administrators are encouraged to attend a kickoff gathering, to hear about ministries and people that benefit from the AAA, its critical mission, and how various parishes conduct their Appeals. A kickoff gathering will be held in each of our three counties. Dates and locations are below. Feel free to attend whichever you prefer:

Tuesday, January 14 – Marin County: at St. Sebastian Parish, 373 Bon Air Rd., Kentfield

Wednesday, January 15 -- San Mateo County: at St. Timothy Parish, 1515 Dolan Ave., San Mateo

Friday, January 17 -- San Francisco County: at Chancery office, One Peter Yorke Way, San Francisco.

Refreshments will be available at 10:00 am at each kickoffs. The program will run from 10:30 am – 12:00 noon. Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP by Friday, January 10, to Jennie Dahl, above. Thank you for your commitment to your parish and to the people who depend on the ministries of the Archdiocese.

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REMINDER – Parishioner Survey Is Online Now Robert Graffio, Tribunal Manager 415-614-5686 graffior@sfarch.org sfarch.org/parish-survey-english sfarch.org/parish-survey-spanish Parishioner Survey cards were made available in most parishes of the Archdiocese on Sunday, December 22. Thanks to all the Mass-goers who filled them out. The survey is now online, in English and Spanish. If you did not submit a card on Sunday, or if you want to submit more information or commentary on any of the questions, please use the survey at the Archdiocesan website, above. The survey is anonymous and takes just a few minutes. With help from each parishioner we will be able to know and understand better our Catholic people and their needs. Please complete the survey by January 31, 2020.

Encuesta Feligreses en el sitio web de la Arquidiócesis Robert Graffio, Tribunal Manager 415-614-5686 graffior@sfarch.org sfarch.org/parish-survey-english sfarch.org/parish-survey-spanish Las tarjetas de la encuesta a los feligreses se distribuyeron en la mayoria de las parroquias de la Arquidiócesis el domingo el 22 de Diciembre. Gracias a todos los que asisten a misa y que completaron la encuesta. La encuesta está disponible en linea en Inglés y en Español. Si no pudo entregar la tarjeta el domingo, o si desea darnos un comentario o información sobre algunas de las preguntas, por favor hágalo en la encuesta que está en el sitio en linea de la Arquidiócesis mencionado arriba. La encuesta es anónima y solamente toma unos pocos minutos para completarla. Gracias a la ayuda de cada feligrés, podremos conocer y entender mejor nuestra gente Católica y sus necesidades. Por favor envie la encuesta para el 31 de Enero 2020.

NEW – San Francisco Católico of January 12 Is Arriving Chandra Kirtman 415-614-5639 sfcatolico.org San Francisco Católico is being delivered to parishes this week. Please alert your distribution teams. Contact Chandra Kirtman with any questions, above. See below for highlights of this issue: “Misión 2020” comenzará a principios de este año en la Arquidiócesis de San Francisco. Es la implementación de la evangelización que surgió de todo el proceso del V Encuentro Nacional de Pastoral Hispana. Los delegados del V Encuentro llevarán a las parroquias los cinco temas del V Encuentro para reflexionarlos durante la Cuaresma de 2020. Vea los detalles de “Misión 2020” en San Francisco Católico.

“Mission 2020” will began earlier this year in parishes of the Archdiocese of San Francisco with Hispanic ministry. “Mission 2020” is the implementation of the evangelization that emerged from the process of the Fifth National Encounter of Hispanic Pastoral. The local delegates of the “V Encuentro” will bring five themes to the parishes to reflect on during Lent of 2020. See the details of “Mission 2020” in San Francisco Católico.

NEW – Annual Luncheon of Council of Catholic Women Sunday, January 19, 11:00 am Basque Cultural Center, 599 Railroad Ave., South San Francisco Cathy Mibach 415-753-0234 dcmibach@aol.com sfarch.org/events/womens-luncheon The San Francisco Archdiocese Council of Catholic Women requests the honor of your presence at their annual luncheon. The theme is "Celebrating 100 Years of National Council of Catholic Women." The program is: 11:00 am No-host cocktails and Silent Auction; 12:30 pm Luncheon. The entertainment, by The Goodwill Bags, is

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a theatrical tour of 100 years of fashion. This unique performance features an exquisite collection of antique clothing and accessories, from ball gowns and day dresses to furs, wool bathing suits, and hats from the 1850’s to 1960’s, with a fun narration full of interesting facts about the fashions and events of those eras. The cost is $67.50 per person. Reservations are due by January 9. For information and reservations, contact Cathy Mibach, above.

NEW – Catholic Charities Encourages Census Help Jane Ferguson Flout, Catholic Charites 415-972-1227 jfergusonflout@CatholicCharitiesSF.org The U.S. Census is hiring thousands of people in San Mateo, San Francisco, and Marin Counties over the next few months before Census Day on April 1. This is a great opportunity for your congregation to:

• Help spread the word that local Census jobs are available at competitive pay rates ($25-$30/hour). Must be 18 years or older. Candidates apply online at 2020Census.gov/jobs.

• Be a parish training site for Census workers. • Volunteer as a Census Advocate at your parish. Hours flexible. Training is on January 23rd. Interested?

Contact Jane Ferguson Flout, above. For complete information on Census jobs and on serving as a parish training site, contact Daniel Shifrin, Census Field Manager, at 650-216-8294 or daniel.g.shifrin@2020Census.gov. A flyer is here. A volunteer information sheet is here.

Online Survey for Mental Health Ministry Ed Hopfner, Office of Marriage and Family Life 415-614-5547 hopfnere@sfarch.org sfarch.org/mental-health The Archdiocese is developing a ministry for mental health. For complete information, and essential background, as well as a listing of local mental health resources, visit the webpage, above. Parishioners are invited to take a one-page, anonymous online survey. The survey, from the Catholic Institute for Mental Health Ministry (CIMHM) at the University of San Diego, will capture baseline data for our Archdiocese. These data can be used to track the progress of our Mental Health Ministry initiative. All are invited to take 3 to 5 minutes to aid in this important effort. To take the survey, click here, or visit the webpage above. Thank you for your assistance.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

San Francisco County_____________________________________ Changes to Mass Schedule at St. Paul in San Francisco St. Paul Parish, 221 Valley St., San Francisco stpaulsf.org Effective January 5, 2020, St. Paul Church will have a changed schedule of Masses. The new schedule will be:

Saturday Vigil Mass in English at 4:30 pm

Sunday Masses in English at 8:00 am, 9:15 am, and 5:00 pm

Sunday bilingual Mass at 11:30 am (en Español & English)

Children’s Liturgy of The Word at 9:15 Mass; coffee & doughnuts following 9:15 Mass; pan dulce following 11:30 Mass.

First-Ever Crab Feed at St. Mary’s Cathedral Saturday, January 25, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Cathedral Parish Office 415-567-2020 smcsf.org/event/crabfeed-dinner

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All are welcome to the first-ever Crab Feed at the Cathedral, sponsored by the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption and St. Brigid School. Proceeds will benefit the St. Brigid School Scholarship Fund. The evening is: No-host drinks at 6:00 pm; four-course dinner at 7:00 pm (salad, pasta, garlic bread, two kinds of crab, and dessert). Tickets are $75 per person until December 31; then $85 per person until sold out. Tickets are available online at smcsf.org/donate. A flyer with complete information is here.

Outside the Archdiocese__________________________________________

Teleology and Transcendence: Seminar on Philosopher Robert Spaemann Saturday, January 11, 2:00 – 5:30 p.m. Zephyr Institute, 560 College Ave., Palo Alto zephyr.org/ZephyrEvents/spaemann All interested persons are welcome to join a seminar led by Fr. Anselm Ramelow, O.P., on the eminent German philosopher Robert Spaemann (1927-2018), who developed a personalist theory of ethics founded upon metaphysical insights from Aristotle and modern Continental philosophy. This seminar will provide an introduction to Spaemann's thought in light of its teleological and transcendent horizon. Dinner (optional) follows the seminar. To register and to see the list of recommended readings, visit the website, above. The Zephyr Institute is a community of scholars, students, and professionals committed to gaining a fuller understanding of the human person and the common good. The Institute provides a wide range of programming for the Stanford and Silicon Valley communities throughout the year.

Public Events at Dominican School in Berkeley Dominican School of Philosophy and Theology, 2301 Vine St., Berkeley 510-849-2030 dspt.edu The public is welcome to these upcoming events in Berkeley:

Saturday, February 1, 9:30 am: How can Catholics evangelize in a culture that calls moral convictions “hate speech” and “intolerance?” Join DSPT for this important day of thoughtful presentations, dialogue, and reflection at the Annual Convocation of the College of Fellows. This year's topic is "Communicating Truth: Evangelization by the Laity." For information and to RSVP, visit the website.

Wednesday, February 19 – Friday, February 21: Are you discerning graduate studies in Philosophy or Theology? Come to “See DSPT 2020” days. You'll have the opportunity to visit classes, meet faculty and students, and get the information you need about DSPT academic, communal and spiritual life. Registration opens January 1 at the website, above.

CONCERTS

St. Mary’s Cathedral 1111 Gough St. at Geary, San Francisco 415-456-2020, ext. 213 smcsf.org The following Sunday recitals are free to the public. Unless otherwise indicated, all recitals begin at 4:00 pm,

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and a free-will offering will be requested at the door. There is ample free parking.

January 12, Thomas Fielding (Kalamazoo), organ.

January 19, Cavatina Chamber Ensemble.

January 26, NO RECITAL

February 2, Gerald Beckett, flute.

February 9, Tactus, a cappella choir, directed by Jonathan Hampton.

February 16, Luis Sanchez, piano; Clare Ghigo, soprano.

February 23, Iris Lan, organ.

Upcoming Concerts at Mission Dolores Basilica

Mission Dolores Basilica, 3321 16th St., San Francisco Jerome Lenk 415-621-8203 music@missiondolores.org missiondolores.org/90 Second Sunday Organ Recital Series 2020: Recitals at 4:00 pm. Free admission. $10 donation is suggested.

February 9, James Smith, Director of Music, Third Baptist Church, San Francisco

March 8, Angela Kraft Cross (piano) with Jerome Lenk (organ)

April 12, no recital (Easter Sunday) May 10, Emil Miland (cello) with Jerome Lenk (organ.

RETREAT HOUSES

Vallombrosa Retreat Center, Menlo Park

Vallombrosa Retreat Center, 250 Oak Grove Ave., Menlo Park David Leech 650-325-5614 davidl@vallombrosa.org vallombrosa.org/calendar

For complete information and registration deadlines, visit the Calendar of Events at the website, phone or e-mail. Engaging the Heart: A Marriage Preparation Workshop January 18, February 15, March 7 Women on the Journey: Inspiring Lives A one-night retreat for women with Mary da Silva Abinante February 7 Mandala Art Workshop with Artist Sarah Dwyer Come learn and make your own mandala March 14

El Retiro, the Jesuit Retreat Center of Los Altos 300 Manresa Way, Los Altos jrclosaltos.org

The Jesuit Retreat Center, El Retiro, has a variety of retreats and events. Visit the website above to see the full schedule and complete details, and to learn more about this beautiful retreat center in the hills of Los Altos. Private retreats for individuals and groups are also available.

Five-Day Guided Retreat Pastoral Staff January 8 – 12 Silent guided retreat for women and men

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The Spirituality of Self-Compassion Fr. Andrew Rodriguez, S.J. January 17 – 19 Silent retreat for women and men God of Tenderness and Mercy Pastoral Staff January 24 – 26 Silent retreat for men

Mercy Center Retreats and Events, Burlingame

Mercy Center, 2300 Adeline Dr., Burlingame mc@mercywmw.org 650-340-7474 mercy-center.org

Don Bisson Weekend: Jung, Intuition and Creativity January 11 – 12 Don Bisson Workshop: The Psychology and Spirituality of Evil January 18 Don Bisson Workshop: Catherine of Siena: Mystic and Prophet January 19 Living Comfort, Living Joy: 11-Day Online Retreat With Colette Lafia January 20 – 30 Women Who Knew Jesus Series based on Dr. Bonnie Ring’s book January 26 Centering Prayer Introduction Spring series begins February 9 Every Moment Just As It Is A retreat in the Centering Prayer program February 21 – 23 Ash Wednesday Prayer Service 1:30 pm in Mercy Chapel - All are welcome February 26 Haiku Group - Writing Haiku as a Mindful Practice All are welcome February 29

JOB LISTINGS Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Archdiocese will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Administrative Finance Coordinator, Chancery The Finance Office of the Archdiocese of San Francisco has an opening for an Administrative Finance Coordinator. This full-time, non-exempt position reports to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and works in support of the Finance Office. The position responsibilities include: Coordinate and schedule meetings, keep CFO calendar, update finance department publications, support with insurance renewals and certificates of insurance, billing responsibilities for pension Insurances and investments, manage

mail, coordinate the implementation of policy changes for the archdiocesan website (Insurance annually,

Parish and School Financial Policy Manual), Generate and distribute all 501(c)(3) paperwork to Parishes and Entities, organize and support Finance-related meetings. For a complete job description and instructions for applying, click here.

Human Resources Payroll Coordinator, Chancery The Office of Human Resources is seeking a full time non-exempt HR Payroll Coordinator in the Pastoral Center to provide comprehensive support with day to day operations. The HR Payroll Coordinator will assist in areas including, but not limited to, records management through ADP/ HRIS system, benefits and processing of employee administration of Health Care Security Ordinance (HCSO) program. This is a high–volume role which requires strong data entry skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, customer service, and the ability to work in a fast paced environment handling competing priorities. This position requires a person with strong organizational skills and must be very detail oriented. A full job description can be found here. To apply, please submit 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 email escobarc@sfarch.org.

Principal Keyboard Musician, St. John of God, San Francisco St. John of God Parish in San Francisco is looking for a part-time Principal Musician with keyboard and vocal skills. Responsible for leading and/or accompanying the community for weekend services (Saturday evening and Sunday morning), Holy Days of Obligation, and other services. Required are the ability to work independently in a self-motivated and self-directed manner, working collaboratively with the Director of Parish Music. Please send resume to Fr. Kabipi, akabipi@yahoo.com

Finance & Human Resources Manager, St. James School, San Francisco Under the direction of the Principal, the Finance & Human Resource Manager supports the mission of the school through leadership of all aspects of business and financial management, including preparation of financial statements, annual budgeting and long-range financial planning. The Finance & Human Resource Manager, manages the day to day financial operations of the school, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and monthly financial close. The Finance & Human Resource Manager ensures that internal controls are strong, and financial policies and systems for all aspects of financial accounting are in place, as well as analyzes, prepares and shares timely financial data and makes recommendations to the Principal and the Development Board as appropriate. A complete job description and instructions for applying are on the Job Opportunities webpage. Questions? Contact Jorge Zamora at accounts@SaintJamesSF.org.

Self-Defense Teacher, Mercy High School, San Francisco Mercy High School in San Francisco has an opening for a part-time Self-Defense Teacher in the department of Physical Education. This teacher will plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in a secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic

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potential. Self-Defense is a one-semester course designed to develop confidence and provide the knowledge needed to prevent young women from becoming victims. This course encourages young women to prepare themselves physically and psychologically against dangerous situations. The tools acquired through this course will enable them to become resisters. For a complete job description and instructions for applying, click here.

U.S Government Teacher, Mercy High School, San Francisco Mercy High School in San Francisco has an opening for a part-time U.S. Government Teacher. This teacher will plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in a secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. U.S. Government (includes one section of AP U.S. Government) is a one-semester course. For a complete job description and instructions for applying, click here.

Director of Marketing and Communications, Serra High School Junipero Serra High School, a Catholic college preparatory for boys in San Mateo County, has an opening for a Director of Marketing and Communications. This is a full-time, exempt position. Reporting to the President and serving as a member of the senior management team, the Director of Marketing and Communications is responsible for developing and implementing the marketing and communication vision for Junipero Serra’s brand which promotes its unique position in the marketplace. For a complete job description and instructions for applying, click here.

Assistant Director Summer School, Serra High School Junipero Serra High School, a Catholic college preparatory for boys in San Mateo County, has an opening for an Assistant Director of Summer School (Seasonal, 2019 Summer). The Assistant Director of Summer School will assist the Director of Summer Programming in providing for the smooth operation of the Summer School Program both for grammar school students looking toward high school entrance and for high school students seeking the opportunity to take classes for remediation, advancement, or enrichment. For a revised and complete job description and instructions for applying, click here.

Clothing Closet Coordinator, St. Vincent de Paul, Redwood City The Society of St. Vincent de Paul of San Mateo County has an opening for a Clothing Closet Coordinator (part–time) in Redwood City. Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Coordinator works with volunteers to operate SVdP’s Redwood City Clothing Closet, where SVdP clients in the surrounding community can redeem vouchers for clothing, shoes, coats and other basic necessities at no charge. Candidates must possess good customer relation and community engagement skills, demonstrate a working knowledge of computers and data entry, communicate compassionately, work with a diverse group of clients and volunteers, be physically able to stand for long periods, and be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 35 lbs. Candidates must be available to work afternoons and weekends. If you are interested in applying or learning more about the position, please contact SVdP’s Director of Operations, Alicia Rangel, at arangel@svdpsm.org or 650-588-5734.

Catholic Charities CYO Transportation Driver Jobs Catholic Charities CYO Transportation in Daly City has full-time and part-time employment opportunities for individuals who wish to become a school bus driver. CHP–Certified School Bus Driver Training is provided at no personal cost to successful applicants. The requirements include: Must have a clean driving record; DMV H-6 printout; drug testing, fingerprinting, and a background check; must be at least

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18 years old; must be responsible, punctual, and team-oriented. For a complete job description and instructions for applying, click here.

TICKLER FILE

Walk for Life, and Walk for Life Mass at Cathedral Saturday, January 25 9:30 am: Mass at St. Mary’s Cathedral, 1111 Gough St., San Francisco 12:30 – 1:30 pm: Rally at Civic Center Plaza 1:30 pm: Walk from Civic Center Plaza to Justin Herman Plaza

walkforlifewc.com 415‐658‐1793

The Walk for Life West Coast 2020 is coming up: Join fellow Catholics and pro‐lifers from all over California and beyond as we stand up for the smallest among us at the 16th Annual Walk for Life West Coast. There will be Mass at 9:30 am at St. Mary’s Cathedral celebrated by Archbishop Alexander Sample from Portland, Oregon. The rally begins at 12:30 pm in Civic Center Plaza, and the Walk, down Market Street, begins at 1:30 pm. Last year’s Walk drew more than 50,000 participants. For complete information and to download flyers, visit the website, above.

Caminata por la Vida de la Costa Oeste 2020: Únase a compañeros Católicos y Pro‐Vida de toda California y más allá, mientras luchamos en nombre de los más pequeños entre nosotros en la 16ava Caminata por la Vida de la Costa Oeste en San Francisco, el 25 de enero del 2020. Habrá Misa a las 9:30 am. celebrada por el Arzobispo Alexander Sample de Portland, OR en la Catedral de Santa María. La manifestación comienza a las 12:30 pm en la Plaza del Centro Civico , y la Caminata, por la Calle Market, da inicio a la 1:30 pm. La Caminata del año pasado atrajo a más de 50,000 personas. Para

obtener información completa, visite www.walkforlifewc.com o llame al 415‐658‐1793.

Vigil for Life at St. Dominic Church on Eve of Walk Friday, January 24, 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm St. Dominic Catholic Church, 2390 Bush St., San Francisco walk4lifewc@gmail.com 415-218-0248 Join the Dominican Friars and St. Dominic Community in the annual Vigil for Life on Friday, January 24. Vespers begins at 5:00 pm, Mass begins at 5:30 pm, and Holy Hour begins at 6:30 pm; Confession is available. A flyer is here.

Wedding Anniversaries Mass at Cathedral with Archbishop Saturday, February 29, 10:00 am St. Mary’s Cathedral, 1111 Gough St., San Francisco Ed Hopfner, Office of Marriage and Family Life 415-614-5547 hopfnere@sfarch.org The Archdiocese of San Francisco will offer its annual Wedding Anniversary Mass on February 29 at the Cathedral. Archbishop Cordileone will be the celebrant. All couples who in 2020 will celebrate anniversaries ending in 5 or 0 (5 years, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40) and all couples married more than 40 years, are invited to celebrate with us. Register online at anniversarymass.info. For information, call 415-614-5680. A flyer in English is here.

Anual “Misa de aniversario de bodas” en febrero La Arquidiócesis de San Francisco ofrece su anual ‘Misa de aniversario de bodas’ el dia 29 de febrero, a las 10:00am, en la catedral. Todos parejas que celebran ‘aniversario de 5 años (5,

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10, 15… 35, 40) o más que 40 años en 2019 están invitados a celebrar con nosotros. Arzobispo Salvatore Cordileone celebrara la Santa Misa. Regístrese a la misadeaniversario.info Favor de llamar a las 415- 614-5680 para más información. Volante en españole acqui.