Questions?  Please call Sr. Ruth Linaac, RVM @ (650) 797-5955

staugustinecdre@gmail.com

Please visit the FFP Activities Page for more information.

The time has come! Our OCIA classes begin next week (September 13) and we’re excited to welcome those ready to explore the Catholic faith and receive the sacraments of Baptism, Holy Communion, and Confirmation.

Do you know someone who hasn’t yet taken these important steps in their spiritual journey? Whether it’s a friend, family member, or even yourself, now is the perfect time to join. With our flexible hybrid class schedule, everyone has the opportunity to grow in faith at their own pace.

Please don’t wait—encourage those who are interested to reach out to Deacon Nestor at 415-672-5252 or contact the Parish Office today. Together, we can help them take the next step in their relationship with Christ.

Celebrating the Feast Day of

Saint Teresa of Calcutta

Triduum & Feast Day

September 2-4 Triduum 

TRIDUUM: This Wednesday, September 2-4 

(Three Days of Prayer)

FEASTDAY: September 5    

Come and join the celebration of one of the spiritual giants of the 20th Century, St. Mother Teresa. In her honor, SAC will observe TRIDUUM (Three Days) of prayer from September 2-4 before the 9:00am Mass and her Feastday with a Solemn Mass on Saturday, September 5th at 9:00am.  Some Missionary Sisters of Charity will be attending the celebrations.  

Following this Mass is the opportunity to venerate the First Class Relic of Mother Teresa.  There'll also be a reception after the services.

FREE MOVIE NIGHT 

On the evening of the saint's feastday, Saturday, September 5th, at 6:30pm, there'll be a free MOVIE NIGHT   in the Parish Hall on her life, "Mother Teresa: No Other Love."  Please invite family and friends to see how Mother Teresa's humble vision to serve Christ in the POOR has left a huge impact in the lives of many peoples, Christians and non-Christians alike.  

Don't Miss It! Filmed in 5 continents, the film reveals not just who Mother Teresa was, but how her singular vision to serve Christ in the poorest of the poor continues to be realized through the Missionaries of Charity today. This is far more than a documentary film. It’s a soaring tribute to a powerful witness of authentic Christian charity.

There will be refreshments, snacks, and light dinner for sale.

Play it Forward. Be Instrumental. Change a life...

Do you have a musical instrument tucked away in your attic, garage, or closet—once loved, but now silent? 

The SAC Ecology Committee and the St. Francis Jubilee Committee invite you to Play It Forward by donating your gently used or unwanted instruments to support the young musicians of the Sta. Monica Brass Band in Minalin, Pampanga, Fr. Ray's home parish.

For these talented and dedicated children, an instrument is more than an object—it’s a voice, a dream, and a pathway to opportunity. Your donation can help them learn, perform, and grow through music, while also giving your instrument a meaningful second life. Instead of sitting unused or ending up in a landfill, your instrument can inspire joy, confidence, and community for years to come.

Whether it's a trumpet, trombone, French horn, baritone, tuba, clarinet, flute, saxophone, or any band instrument, your gift—regardless of its age—can make a lasting impact. Together, we can support young musicians, care for God's creation by reducing waste, and strengthen the universal language of music.

Please consider donating and help us put instruments into the hands—and hearts—of children who are eager to play.

Contact the church office for more information or to arrange a monetary donation.   

Instrument Drop-Off Location After Masses:

Church Vestibule: September 1-October 4

Hosted by:  The SAC Ecology Committee and the Franciscan Jubilee Committee.

5:30 PM

Bishop Mylo H. Vergara, D.D.

St. Therese Choir

We are blessed to have next weekend, Most Reverend Mylo H. Vergara, Bishop of Pasig in the Philippines to visit us for  ..read more

Mater Dolorosa Parish 

Celebrates its 65th Anniversary

September 6-15, 2026

All are invited!

SAC Annual Jubilee Golf Tournament

Saturday, September 19, 2026 @ 8am Shotgun

 Appealing for your support.  Sponsor a hole or buy your Raffle Tickets. 100% Proceeds will go toward the renovation of the Parish Hall Restrooms. 

Please view FLYER for more information.  

If you are not a player, you may also extend your support by Sponsoring a Hole.  Please indicate your choice in the attached form.

God bless you for your support and generosity.  

Celebrating Catechetical Sunday

September 20, 2026

The theme of this year's Catechetical Sunday is taken from Luke 4: 18), “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me… to bring good news to the poor." It reveals Jesus’ mission and identity. Anointed by the Holy Spirit, he is sent to bring hope, healing, and freedom—especially to the ... read more

Celebrating the Feast Day of Saint Padre Pio

Triduum & Feast Day with the Anointing of the Sick

September 20-22 Triduum (Three Days of Prayer)

September 23 Feast Day

On his feastday, the blessing of the Shrine of Padre Pio located at the back of the church will be blessed shortly after the church services.  Thanks to the Pimentel Family for sponsoring the construction of the Shrine.

During the Triduum and Feastday celebrations, 1st Class Relics of St. Padre Pio will be present.  Thanks to Lisa Proach, of St. Padre Pio Foundation, for making the relics join our annual celebration.

We will trace the Footsteps of St. Augustine and Celebrate the Franciscan Jubilee Year

From Algeria to  Rome

Saturday, October 3 to Friday, October 16

See flyer for details

 The spirit of joy and community filled St. Augustine Church as parishioners gathered to celebrate the joint Feast of St. Augustine and his beloved mother, St. Monica. Festive “banderitas” adorned the church entrance and courtyard. Thanks to the Praise and Glorify Choir for setting the stage for days of prayer, fellowship, music, and celebration. The festivities began with a novena from August 19–27, organized by the... read more

We were grateful to welcome the Most Reverend Ernest Obodo, Auxiliary Bishop of the Diocese of Enugu, Nigeria, who was instrumental in sending Father Ifeanyi to our parish. 

Bishop Ernest celebrated Mass on August 30, reminding us to take up our cross and follow Christ every day—not only sometimes—for this is our... read more

Presenting a short video from Sutter Health CPMC of San Francisco, that offers a broader narrative on kidney disease, organ transplants, and living donors.          

Thanks to Father Francis Garbo for his inspiring and encouraging example to potential living donors.  Father Ray's openness in expressing his needs allowed those others willing to help to step up. 

In the video, the efforts and compassion of ...read more

What is it about?

Pope Leo XIV declared the 2026 Franciscan Jubilee Year (Year of St. Francis of Assisi), running from January 10, 2026, to January 10, 2027), to mark the 800th anniversary of the death (Latin: Transitus) of Saint Francisc of Assisi. This special year invites the faithful to embrace Peace, Care for Creation (Ecology) and Work for the Poor. 

2026 ARCHDIOCESAN ANNUAL APPEAL 

"Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength...”  Is. 40:31 

Assessment: $199,894 

Paid: 111,429 or 56%

The SF Filipino priests and other Filipino priests in the neighboring dioceses in the Bay Area will be hosting the coming of nearly 500 Filipino priests working in the United States in November.           

The National Association of Filipino Priests (NAFP) that began in 2011 is held every three years. And the 5th NAFP will take place in the Bay Area from November 3-6, 2026 at the Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport in Burlingame, CA.

Because of this, the SF Filipino priests, being one of the major hosts, humbly ask for support to help make this Assembly a success.  With a donation of $100, you will receive an exclusive limited 5th National Assembly of Filipino Priests Commemorative Coin.  The coin bears the images of the two Filipino Saints, San Lorenzo Ruiz & San Pedro Calungsod, on one side and the official NAFP logo in the other.

Please drop by the Parish Office during office hours and get your exclusive and limited 5th NAFP Commemorative Coin.  Or to reserve, please call the parish office at (650) 873-2282.

Read the important update on the Chapter 11 Proposed Settlement dated June 29, 2026

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.

Bible Study in person resumes in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel beginning August 24, 2026 at 7:00pm.  

Expand your knowledge of the Word of God.  Everyone is welcome.  Deacon Virgil, Fr. Ifeanyi and Fr. Ed will be leading the weekly study of God's Word.

Come and join SAC's Bible Study.  Mondays at 7:00pm.  Deacon Virgil and the SAC Clergy lead the study.

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.

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

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

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. 

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.

Keeping Our Parish Clean: 

A Call to Action from our EC

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.

Thank you all for your cooperation!

PHISHING is a rampant, fraudulent email, text, phone call, or private  message.  

Spammers will use names of church leaders, family members, friends, co-workers, or a trusted company/organization to reach out to you with messages that sound credible.

Please DO NOT engage or respond to such emails, texts, phone calls, or private messages.  SIMPLY DELETE. 

If you, or a member of your family (especially seniors) are targeted for a favor, and if you are asked for money,  always personally check with your church leader, family member, friend, or account holder, to verify authenticity.

TIP

Hover on the sender's email address to see who originated the email. 

LINKS

Do not click on links from unverified senders.

PASSWORDS

Banks and organizations will not ask you to change your password over the phone, email or text. Always call your bank or organization to verify.

REMEMBER 

Online transactions at St. Augustine (such as weekly offertory, donations, mass intentions and/or archdiocesan appeals) are ONLY done through the ONLINE GIVING portal of Our Sunday Visitor (OSV)  

Be careful. Be smart. Stay safe. 

A Recap of the Emerald Jubilee Celebration

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 ...read more

Have you taken advantage of your free membership that our Pastor bought for you?

There are Lenten/Advent reflections, enlightening videos about our faith, the Sacraments, the saints,  e-books, and many more.

Why not take advantage of your free membership today?   No account yet? Go to formed.org,  click on "Find your parish" enter your email, get verified, and enjoy!

Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People

Essential Norms for Diocesan/ Eparchial Policies Dealing with Allegations of

Sexual Abuse of Minors by Priests or Deacons

A Statement of Episcopal Commitment

● Revised June 2018 ●

United States Conference of Catholic Bishops