Mass Times, Services & Office Hours
Weekdays
- 9:00 am Livestreamed via YouTube
- 5:30 pm
Saturday
- 9:00 am Livestreamed via YouTube
- 4:30 pm Vigil Mass
Sunday
- 7:30 am
- 9:00 am Misa Pro Populo Livestreamed via
YouTube
- 11:00 am 12:30 pm 5:30 PM
1st Sunday 5:30 pm Tagalog (Filipino) Mass Livestreamed via and YouTube
Holy Days of Obligation
- 9:00 AM Livestreamed via YouTube
- 12:15 PM | 5:30 PM | 7:00 PM
Recitation of the Holy Rosary 8:30 AM (TBA)
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Every Friday after the 9:00 am Mass until 5PM
Parish Holy Hour
- 7:00 pm Every 1st Wednesday
led by the Knights of Columbus
- 7:00 pm Every 3rd Wednesday led by the Youth and Young Adults
Confessions
- Fridays 4:30 pm to 5:00 pm
- Saturdays at 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm
- By Appointment - Please call (650) 878-2282
Communal Baptisms
(none during Lent)
- 2nd and 4th Saturday at 12 noon
- 1st Sunday at 2:30 pm
- 3rd Sunday within the 12:30 pm Mass
Parish Office
(650) 873-2282
staugustinessf@aol.com
- Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Saturday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Closed 12:00 noon - 1:00 pm
- Closed Sunday and Holidays
Faith Formation Program Office
(650) 873-2878 or (650) 797-5955
staugustinecdre@gmail.com
- Weekdays (except Tuesday) 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Closed 12:00 pm to 1:00 PM
- Saturday 9:00 am to 2:00 PM
Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
January 18, 2025
"Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world..."
What does it mean to behold the Lamb of God?
To "look" or "behold" is not the most generic or common word for "seeing." To "behold" has to do with giving your full attention to someone or something "outside oneself."
We live in a culture where "sovereign-self" rules. "It's all about me. It's all about my climbing up the ladder. It's all about me making something of myself."
For St. John the Baptist, it was not about him. It was all about Jesus. He did not hesitate to point to the one who was greater than him, Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God.
We are reminded by the Gospel today to "Behold the Lamb of God," because we find ourselves cluttered with distractions. Our smart phones constantly alert us notifications and email invoices never cease to fill. It is so hard to stop to contemplate the deeper questions in life. We need to "Behold the Lamb of God." We need to gaze at our Lord Jesus, his mission and purpose, and ask ourselves whether we are at this point in our life living out a similar direction where God desires us to be.
Jesus, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world, is the ultimate fulfillment of Isaiah's image and prophecy of the "Suffering Servant," the lamb who was numbered with transgressors and bore the sins of many, and made intercession for the transgressors (Is. 53: 7-12)
Will you behold the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world? The seventeenth century Swiss reformer John Calvin aptly put it, “Now it is for us to embrace the blessing offered to all, that each may make up his mind that there is nothing to hinder him from finding reconciliation in Christ if only, led by faith, he comes to him.”
CLERGY UPDATES
Medical Updates
- Fr. Jayson Miranda's stay has been extended to February 10th. His archbishop, Most Rev. Florentino Lavarias, granted him permission to extend so he could assist at SAC during this of my medical leave.
- Fr. Elpidio "EL" Geneta returns to visit and stay with us from February 2nd to March 9th
- My Care Team, my Family and I appreciate you ALL for your ongoing PRAYERS and KIND THOUGHTS . My Kidney Donor and I recently passed all Pre-Op surgery tests. This means, our scheduled kidney transplant surgery on Tuesday, January 20th at CPMC SF Hospital is now confirmed.
May I share with you the letter from Archbishop Cordileone addressed to ALL Priests in the Archdiocese on the journey my kind Donor and I have been and will be going through together.
In the meantime, my donor and I will continue to be in isolation before and shortly after our procedure on January 20th. Please continue to pray for the success of our procedure and rapid recovery.
UPDATES AND CALENDAR OF EVENTS
List of Services
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CCD & CONFIRMATION NEWS
JANUARY ACTIVITIES:
- Jan 22 (Thu) @ 7pm & Jan 24 (Sat) @ 10:30am- Adult Ongoing Alpha Session #3: Why did Jesus die?
- Jan 24 (Sat) Annual Walk for Life Confirmation students who participate with their family will earn hours. Please contact your Catechist or Sr. Ruth for details.
Please visit the FFP Activities Page for more information.
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JAN 7, 14 & 21 (WED) | WANT TO BE A DEACON? PERMANENT DIACONATE INFORMATIONAL EVENINGS
The Office of Formation for the Permanent Diaconate will hold Informational Evenings for men considering the possibility of serving the Church as Permanent Deacons.
The evening will include discussion of the ministry of the Deacon in the Church, the Formation program and the application process.
Please join and see the flyer for more details.
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JAN 15 ((THU) to JAN 24 (FRI) Joint Novena and Feastday Senor Santo Nino and The Protection of the Unborn (Sanctity of Life)
Novena: January 15-23, 2025 at 8:30am
Feastday: January 24, 2025 at 4:30pm
Join the combined Novena Days (9 Days) of Prayer for the feast of Santo Nino and the Protection of the Unborn and Sanctity of Life from January 15-23 at 8:30am daily followed by the 9:00AM Mass.
The Mass in honor of the Protection of the Unborn will be celebrated in the morning of January 24th, Saturday at 9:00AM.
While the Mass in honor of the Santo Nino will be at 4:30pm followed by a short procession from the Church to the Parish Hall. You're invited to bring your Santo Nino Images to be blessed and join in the procession. The services conclude with a fellowship in the Parish Hall.
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JAN 21 (WED) Parish Holy Hour with the Youth, Young Adult
Come and join the Parish Holy Hour this Wednesday, January 21st, beginning at 7pm.
The Saint Augustine Youth Group and Young Adults will be leading the prayers. There'll be periods of silence and low light moments before the Blessed Sacrament.
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JAN 22 (THU) or JAN 24 (SAT) ADULT ONGOING FORMATION | ALPHA SESSION #3
Adult Ongoing Faith Formation
Alpha Session #3
"Why Did Jesus Die?"
Thursday, January 22, 2026 beginning at 7:00pm
Saturday, January 24, 2026 beginning at 10:30am
Calling all CCD and Faith Formation Parents and Guardians to join the 3rd Session of ALPHA. This session will explore in a new and engaging way the question, "Why did Jesus die?"
Parents and Guardians may attend of the following sessions:
*Weekday: Thursday, January 22 at 7:00pm
*Weekend: Saturday, January 24 at 10:30am
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JAN 23 (FRI) KofC ANNUAL CLERGY NIGHT
The Knights of Columbus St. Francis Chapter
ANNUAL CLERGY NIGHT
Honoring Bishops, Priests
Religious Sisters and Brothers and Seminarians
Friday, January 23, 2026 beginning at 6:00PM
Holy Angels Church Hall
The Knights of Columbus cordially invites SAC to their annual appreciation dinner to honor bishops, priests, deacons, religious brothers and sisters, and seminarians.
Contact Saint Francis Chapter President Brian Marston at (415) 601-3380 or email him at marstonb21@gmail.com for more information
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JAN 24 (SAT) WALK FOR LIFE
Join the WALK FOR LIFE WEST COAST on Saturday, January 24th, with the Knights of Columbus, Legion of Mary and the Faith Formation students.
On Saturday, January 24th, the Holy Mass will be offered at 9:00am to pray for the Legal Protection of the Unborn and the Sanctity of Life.
Hospitality will follow after the Mass. There'll be lunch boxes to go for those who will be participating the rally, which begins at 12:30pm in San Francisco's Civic Center Plaza and the walk down the city's Market street at 1:30pm.
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JAN 24 (SUN) Celebrating the Fiesta of Santo Nino
Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 4:30pm
Daily Novena in honor of Santo Nino and the Protection of Life continues from January 15th to January 23rd at 8:30am.
On Saturday, January 24th, the Mass in honor of Santo Nino will be observed at the 4:30pm Mass. Following the Holy Mass is the Procession of the blessed images of the Santo Nino from the Church to the Parish Hall, where the fiesta is concluded with a reception.
We thank the Filipino Ministry Consultative Board (FMCB) of the Archdiocese of San Francisco, the devotees and the committee for their support in organizing and carrying out this annual devotion.
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FEB 1 (SUN) TAGALOG MASS
Tagalog Mass
First Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 5:30pm
Fr. Jayson Miranda, Presider
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FEB 3 (TUE) ST. BLAISE | BLESSING OF THROATS Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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FEB 7 (SAT) | COMING SOON! 2026 FAITH FORMATION FUN RUN
Kick off is on Saturday, January 17th!
Faith Formation Program's Annual Fun Run will be on Saturday, February 7th!
Please get ready to support our Faith Formation Students as they raise funds for the Faith Formation Program.
Please watch for more details in the coming weeks. Thank you!
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FEB 14 (SAT) World Day of Prayer for the Sick
World Day of Prayer for the Sick
Holy Mass and Anointing of the Sick
Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 9:00am
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FEB 14 (SAT) Knights of Columbus' Annual Valentine's Day Dinner and Dance
Knights of Columbus'
Annual Valentine Day
Dinner and Dance
Theme: "Love and Service"
February 14, 2026, 6:30pm
Celebrate the month of love with the Knights of Columbus as they host the Annual Valentine's Party on February 14, 2026, at 6:30pm.
This year's theme is "Love and Service," honoring the many ministries serving Saint Augustine Church.
Music is provided by DJ Darwin. Great food! There'll be a Photo Booth and Raffles,
Tickets are just $60 per person. Come together for a night of Love, Fellowship and Celebration.
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FEB 18 (WED) ASH WEDNESDAY
Mass and Imposition of Ashes
February 18, 2026
9:00am/12:15pm/5:30pm/7:00pm
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SAC'S 2026 NEW YEAR'S EVE DINNER DANCE
A dinner and dance awaited 2026 at the church hall. The increment weather did not deter the attendees from enjoying the evening.
With the support and donations received, $5,760.00 was raised and all of the proceeds will go towards the renovation of the hall.
We thank the following for organizing such a fund and memorable event, Myla Braganza, Chair, and the committee members, Malou Cu, Del Zagala, Cleo Cruz, Susan Madrid and Fr. Ed. Christine Adiaz served as MC, Deacon Nes and Ruben Manalo donated the wines.
Thank you to all and have a blessed and joyful 2026.
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JOIN OUR 2026 PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND | EGYPT, HOLY LAND, JORDAN
Join our 2026 Pilgrimage to the Holy Land!
Saturday, October 3 to Sunday, October 18, 2026
See flyer for details
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KEEPING OUR PARISH CLEAN: A Call to Action from our Ecology Committee (EC)
Keeping Our Parish Clean:
A Call to Action from our EC
**After receiving reports on rodent sighting in the Parish Hall**
As we come together in fellowship, it’s important that we also take responsibility for maintaining the cleanliness of our church environment. After each event, ESPECIALLY those involving food, please ensure that all trash—whether it be compost, recycling, or regular waste—is disposed of properly. Trash and compost bags must be tied securely and placed in the designated dumpsters before leaving.
By keeping our spaces clean and free from waste, we not only protect the health of our community by preventing pests, but we also avoid costly clean-up fees. Let’s all do our part to preserve the beauty and safety of our parish for everyone.
Be on the lookout for the Ecology Committee's (EC) waste management tutorials, coming soon!
Stop by their table to sign up for more information during this weekend's ministry fair.
Thank you for your cooperation!
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FRIDAYS @ SAC
ADORATION & CONFESSION
Every Friday, the Blessed Sacrament is exposed for public Adoration after the 9:00am Mass until 5:00PM. It is usually concluded with silent reposition and Benediction on First Fridays.
Also each Friday, from 4:30pm, there's an opportunity to celebrate the Sacrament of Confession. Our refurbished Confessional, provides the traditional screen that separates the priest confessor from the penitent as well as the option for a face to face confession.
Thanks to Deacon Virgil and the Liturgical Arts for making this sacred space for spiritual healing and reconciliation.
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VIRTUAL BIBLE STUDY AT SAC
Every Tuesday at 7:00pm
An excellent way to deepen our knowledge and appreciation of Sacred Scriptures, is to understand the context, history, and message of the different Books of the Bible.
Come and join SAC's virtual Bible Study every Tuesday from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. Deacon Virgil and the SAC Clergy lead the study.
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THE GABRIEL PROJECT
Pregnant Women in Crisis
Walking with Moms & the Archdiocese of SF
All around us there are women who are pregnant, and with small infants and children who need our help. You can join us in helping!
Check out our webpage, sfarch.org/walkingwithmoms. Pregnant women in crisis, who are poor, struggling and often alone are helped by our Gabriel Project angels. We don't stop when the baby is born--we continue Walking with Moms. Volunteer for the Gabriel Project today! Donate to our Gabriel Project Extraordinary Needs Fund to help pay for short term rent and/or childcare assistance.
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THE GIVING TREE
THE GIVING TREE
Third Generation Giving
An Ongoing Stewardship at Saint Augustine Church
Please call Amor or Patricia at @ (650) 873-2282
View details by clicking below
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THE SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL, ST. AUGUSTINE CONFRENCE'S CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS
Experience the life-changing and life-giving joy of service.
Volunteers are crucial to St. Vincent De Paul's work to feed, clothe, house and help people in need.
Serve a meal, sort and/or deliver donations-volunteers are always needed in order to accomplish more.
See the Face of Christ.
Be the Face of Christ.
For more information contact Jeunesse Raymundo at jeunesse00@yahoo.com.
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TRAVELING VOCATION CROSS
To host the Traveling Vocation Cross, please call Elsa Rozal at (650) 922-9618 or email her at entroz09@yahoo.com.
The Traveling Vocation Cross (TVC) Program provides an excellent opportunity for families to...read more
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WARNING!
ONLINE PHISHING are rampant, fraudulent emails or text messages . They use names of church leaders to reach out to their parishioners.
Please DO NOT engage or respond to emails or texts if you are targeted for a favor, especially if you are asked for money.
SIMPLY DELETE.
REMEMBER
Finances pertaining to the parish and online archdiocesan appeals are ONLY directed through OSV (Our Sunday Visitor) Online Giving.
Always check with your church leader personally.
PARISH BULLETIN
What's inside:
- Mass Intentions: Jan. 19-Jan.25
- Offertory: Collections, Online Giving
- Joint Novena: Santo Nino and Protection of the Unborn (Sanctity of Life)
- Walk For Life West Coast: January 24, 2026
- Annual Rummage Sale for the benefits of the Faith Formation Program
- Wedding Anniversary Celebrations (Registration)
- Adult Ongoing Faith Formation (Alpha Session #3)
- World Day of Prayer for the Sick
- Ash Wednesday
- KOC Valentine's Dinner and Dance
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Hospitality Sunday
(Coffee and Donuts)
After the 9:00AM Misa Pro Populo Mass
We thank the members of the Knights of Columbus Council 9714 for hosting the hospitality last Sunday.
This coming Sunday, the members of the
Saint Augustine Chorale will do the honor of serving Coffee and Donuts after the 9AM Mass on Sunday.
Click on the imqge for information on how to sign up as a host for the Traveling Vocation Cross.
EXCESS AAA'2025
5% or $8,389.00
THANK YOU to all those who have supported our AAA'25. As of December 31, 2025, we have gathered an excess of $8,389. As indicated earlier, this excess will be deposited to our Parish Hall Renovation fund. Stay tuned for our Report on the Archdiocesan Annual Appeal 2026.
On behalf of SAC Clergy and Staff, we express our heartfelt gratitude for your generosity and support to the Archdiocesan Annual Appeal that benefits many through the services provided beyond the parish boundaries.
STEWARDSHIP
The grateful response of a Christian disciple who recognizes, receives and cultivates God’s gifts, and generously shares these gifts in love of God and neighbor.
We hope for 100% participation from our parish family this year. Thank you for your support. Your generosity improves lives.
Should you wish to give your PLEDGE ONLINE, please click the link below.
ANSWERING THE CALL
Today's Catholic Parents express some misconceptions about the priesthood as a vocation for their son. We'll hear them say, "He's too young... He'll be lonely... I won't have grandchildren... He'll be unhappy... I'll lose my son...."
The ideal Catholic parent understands a simple truth: that God desires the child's happiness even more than any parent does. If one's son experiences a genuine call or interest to becoming a priest someday, trust in God's love for him.
Below is the link to the Resources of Parents that answers to common misconceptions about the priesthood.
PRAY for the perseverance of our seminarians, especially those who are from the Archdiocese of San Francisco.
The Celebration of St. Augustine's
55th Parish Foundation Anniversary
A Recap of the Emerald Jubilee Gala
Celebrating the 55th Founding Anniversary of St. Augustine Church
The Gala took place at the South San Francisco Conference Center on Saturday, September 27, 2025. The event began with a warm welcome and introductory remarks from our Master of Ceremonies, Deacon Nestor Fernandez, and Mary Ann Narvaez, setting a positive tone for the evening.
The strong line up for the program included: Christine Adiaz and the St. Augustine Children’s Choir who immediately charmed the audience; special recognition was given to The Pastors of St. Augustine and Clergy who were present; The Santacruzan Sagalas were acknowledged for their significant contribution toward parish projects; a distinct group of dancers (who represented different generations of parishioners and ministry members) performed an elegant waltz number; followed by The Praise and Glorify Choir who performed a song and dance number to a medley of memorable Filipino songs, that caused the audience to erupt in applause at the end of their act. The dance floor was then opened by the mambo dancers who performed a graceful number to Mambo Italiano.
However, attendees began dancing from the onset. Once the Levites began playing their set during dinner, the dance floor was unofficially opened. Members of the Levites band are Fr. Peter Eugenio, Fr. Roland De La Rosa, Fr. Boie Espeleta, Fr. Mark Reburiano, Fr. Arnold Zamora, and our very own Pastor, Fr. Ray Reyes.
Gratitude for the day's achievements and success go to the organizers headed by Malou Cu, the participants, and our sponsors. Overall, the event was a resounding success, achieving the objective of joyfully celebrating the 55th founding anniversary of our parish and leaving a lasting memory with all who attended.
May St. Augustine Church continue to foster a vibrant and collaborative community as we live God’s Word and continue His Works.
Contributed by Nerissa Broas
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Saint Augustine Church 55th Foundation
Emerald Jubilee Gala
Last September 27, 2025
South San Francisco Conference Center
by Joseph Rodriguez Photography
Here is the gallery of photos taken professionally by Joseph Rodriguez Photography during the SAC's 55th Emerald Jubilee Gala held last September 27, 2025 at the SSF Conference Center.
We are truly grateful to the Emerald Jubilee Gala Committee headed by Ms. Malou Cu for helping us preserve these unforgettable memories from the Gala event. These will certainly help us connect to the past and give a concrete way to remember the parishioners and their families.
Photos by Joseph Rodriguez Photography
Click on the Full Gallery tab to view all the photos.
THANK YOU to all those who have participated and contributed in a huge way for the huge success of the Emerald Jubilee Gala. We doubly appreciate the Members of the Emerald Jubilee Gala Committee headed by Ms. Malou Cu. God bless them for their incredible generosity of time, talent and treasure.
Members of the 2025 Emerald Jubilee Committee headed by Malou Cu at the South San Francisco Conference Center
Photos by Joseph Rodriguez Photography
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Gala Highlights
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Full Video of the Gala
St. Augustine's Souvenir Program PILGRIMS OF HOPE: An Emerald Jubilee, Anniversary Edition, Published 2025
is now available for purchase at Amazon.
Sponsors who purchased full page ads
can expect to receive their copies
between Jan 19 - Jan 23
Jubilee Year of Hope Comes to an End
The Jubilee Year, Pilgrims of Hope, started by Pope Francis on Christmas Eve, 2024, ended on the Solemnity of the Lord's Epiphany, January 4, 2026.
