OUR MISSION STATEMENT:

: 6:30am & 8:00am 8:00am & 5:30pm 6:30am, 8:30am,

10:00am, 11:30am (Spanish), 1:00pm & 5:30pm.

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament/ Exposición del Santisimo:

First Friday/Primer Viernes 8:30am-5:00pm Sundays 4-5pm

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Devotions/ Oración a la Virgen del Perpetual Socorro

Wednesdays/Miércoles 7:45am

Registered parishioners are invited to have their children baptized at Church of the Epiphany. Parents and

Godparents must participate in our Baptismal Preparation program.

To be married at Church of the Epiphany either the bride or groom must be Roman Catholic.

1. You qualify as an “in parish” couple if you live within the parish boundaries or, have been registered and active for six

months; or if you’re an alumni of School of the Epiphany. 2. If you do not meet one of the qualifications above, then

you are considered an “outside of the parish” couple. Contact the parish office at least six months prior to the date

of your proposed wedding to participate in our marriage preparation program.

This sacrament is for the elderly, the seriously ill, or those scheduled for surgery. Call the parish office when a family

member is admitted to a hospital or nursing facility.

Please call the parish office

827 Vienna Street

San Francisco, CA 94112 Tel: 415-333-7630 Fax: 415-333-1803

www.EpiphanySF.com

Reflections ˜ Reflexiones Gospel: Luke 21:25-28, 34-36

Today's reading might seem to be a real "downer." Just as we are beginning the new liturgical year, we hear Jesus' reminders to "be vigilant" and "pray." Advent is a time of preparation for Jesus' final coming. Jesus, the just one, who will judge us in the final days of human history, wants us to be able to stand up like true Christians when that time comes. Decide how you will show that you have heard Jesus' words on this first day of Advent.

1.) Jesus does not want us to be afraid at the time of judgment. He wants us to "stand . . . and raise our heads." He wants us to greet him as our "ransomer," for it is he who will lead us from captivity. Advent is a good time to ask: What holds me captive? Why do I need someone to ransom me or rescue me? And what is my attitude toward this Someone who, when he comes, will set me free?

Evangelio: Lucas 21:25-28, 34-36 La lectura del evangelio de hoy puede ser algo deprimente. Justamente al iniciar el año litúrgico, escuchamos que Jesús nos recuerda estar "atentos" y "orar". El Adviento es un tiempo de preparación para la segunda venida de Jesús, el justo, quien juzgará a todos al final de la historia humana, quiere que seamos capaces de estar de pie como verdaderos cristianos cuando el tiempo llegue. 1.) Jesús no quiere que tengamos miedo al juicio final .El quiere que "Cobren buen ánimo y levanten la cabeza". El quiere le demos la bienvenida como nuestro "redentor", porque él es quien nos liberará de la prisión. El Adviento es un tiempo para preguntarse ¿Qué me mantiene en prisión? ¿Necesito que alguien me libere o me rescate? ¿Cuál es mi actitud hacia el que vendrá a liberarme?

Pastor s Message˜ Mensaje del Pa´rroco CALENDAR CRUNCH

We live in an era when calendars rule our lives; we rely on technology to help us keep track. Today the scriptures invite us to pause and consider our priorities as disciples of the Lord. More than ever before in human history we have disposable time to use how we choose, yet we often feel rushed and over-committed. The readings declare that God will fulfill all the promises that God has made. Until that time of perfect justice, righteousness, and salvation comes upon us we are asked to be alert at all times, to avoid worry and distractions, to pray for strength, and to care lovingly for one another. So, as we prepare to celebrate again the coming of the Savior, think about the stewardship of time. Think back to third grade when we learned the difference between needs and wants, and realize how much the line has blurred between the two since then. Is your calendar too full? Streamline it by looking at it with an informed eye: What must you do and what would you like to do, and how can you put God first this Advent? Copyright (c) 2009, World Library Publications. All rights reserved.

Living Stewardship Now Light an Advent candle before one meal each day. Spend a few moments thanking God for the gift of time, and pray to use it well. Copyright (c) 2009, World Library Publications. All rights reserved.

CALENDARIOS COMPLICADOS Vivimos en una época en que los calendarios gobiernan nuestra vida y dependemos de la tecnología para ayudarnos a mantener la pista. Hoy las Escrituras nos invitan a hacer una pausa y considerar nuestras prioridades como discípulos del Señor. Más que nunca antes en la historia de la humanidad tenemos tiempo disponible para usar a nuestro antojo; sin embargo, a menudo estamos a la carrera y con demasiados compromisos. Las lecturas

manifiestan que Dios cumplirá todas las promesas que ha hecho. Hasta que no llegue ese momento de justicia perfecta y alcancemos la salvación total, se nos pide que nos mantengamos alerta en todo momento, que evitemos las preocupaciones y distracciones, que oremos para obtener fortaleza y que nos cuidemos mutuamente. Por tanto, al prepararnos para celebrar una vez más la venida de nuestro Salvador, refle-xiona acerca de la corresponsabilidad del tiempo. Acordémonos de cuando estábamos en tercer grado y aprendimos la diferencia entre necesidades y deseos, y démonos cuenta de cuánto se ha opacado la diferencia entre esas dos cosas. ¿Está tu calendario demasiado lleno? Trata de perfeccionarlo ahora con una mirada más informada: ¿Qué debes hacer, qué te gustaría hacer y cómo podrías poner primero a Dios en este Adviento? Copyright (c) 2009, World Library Publications. All rights reserved.

La Corresponsabilidad Vivida Ahora Enciende una vela de Adviento todos los días antes de una de las comidas. Pasa un tiempo breve dándole gracias a Dios por el don del tiempo y pide usarlo bien. Copyright (c) 2009, World Library Publications. All rights reserved.

BLESSED ADVENT TO ALL Intentions/Intenciones: Meeting / Reuniones

Sunday, December 2, 2018

6:30am: Vincenzo & Rosina Cava 8:30am: Til Fraguglia 10:00am: People of the Parish 11:30am: Teresa & Francisco Sanchez 1:00pm: Thanksgiving: Alfonso Tolosa 5:30pm: Ligaya Santos

Mo nday, December 3, 2018

6:30am: Giovanni & Maria Lombardi 8:00am: Carmen & Juan Salinda, Mario R. Nuti, Joseph Saitz, Avelina Alcantara, Helena Cabuloy Cruz

Tuesday, December 4, 2018

6:30am: Arcangelo & Ida Gampa 8:00am: Carmine & Filomena Vicino

Wednesday, December 5, 2018 6:30am: Alfredo & Franceschina Massimillo 8:00am: Thanksgiving: Crispina Tolosa

Thursday, December 6, 2018

6:30am: Brighton Porciuncula Thomas 8:00am: Francis Buhagiar

Friday, December 7, 2018

6:30am: Tony & Angelina Valerga 8:00am: Thanksgiving: Romeo & Norma Baldeviso 5:30pm: Everto C. Castellanos

Saturday, December 8, 2018

6:30am: Pietro & Gina Ghiazza 8:00am: Miguel Madali, Frank & Gabriella Pacello 11:00am: Andre Serafica 5:30pm: Edith Gannon Sunday, December 9, 2018

6:30am: Alfredo & Franceschina Massimillo 8:30am: Frank & Ida Azzolino 10:00am: People of the Parish 11:30am: Maria de Jesus 1:00pm: Miguel Sanchez Roberto 5:30pm: Mario Herrera, Sr.

Sunday, December 2, 2018

8:00am: CAF Grupo Hispano 8:30am: 7EW Confirmation 1 8:30am: 8EW Confirmation 2 9:30am: OKH Spanish Baptismal Classes 11:00am: OKH RCIA 11:30am: CH Immaculate Conception Mass in Spanish 12:30pm: CAF Grupo Hispano “Gritera” Reception 2:00pm: OKH Knights of Columbus 2:30pm: CH English Baptisms 7:00pm: CAF Young Adult Ministry 7:30pm: OKH English AA

Monday, December 3, 2018

5:30pm: CH Confessions 7:00pm: OKH Grupo Progreso

Tuesday, December 4, 2018

6:00pm: RH Social Cultural 6:00pm: CH Knights of Columbus

6:30pm: OKH Legion de María

Wednesday, Decemb er 5, 2018

8:45am: RH Legion of Mary 7:00pm: OKH Grupo Progreso

Thursday, December 6, 2018

6:30pm: OKH Grupo de Oración 6:30pm: RH Epiphany of the Lord 7:00pm: CVT English AA

Friday, December 7, 2018

5:30pm: CH Immaculate Conception Vigil Mass 6:30pm: OKH Epiphany Youth Group 6:30pm: RH Outreach Commission

Saturday, December 8 , 2018

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN

MARY *HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION*

8:00am: CAF EPA Breakfast with Santa 9:30am: SCH School of Religion 9:30am: CH School of Religion Advent Reconciliation 3:00pm: OKH Grupo de Oración

Sunday, December 9, 2018

11:00am: OKH RCIA 2:30pm: RH FMCB 7:30pm: OKH English AA

EUCHARISTIC HOLY HOURS

EVERY SUNDAY 4pm-5pm

INTENTIONS FOR DECEMBER:

December 2nd – For an increase and strengthening of vocations to marriage and family life. December 9th – For an increase and strengthening of vocations to the priesthood and religious life.

COLLECTIONS November 25

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Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe

1st Collection:: $8,384.51 2nd Collection: $$2,070.73 Thank you for your generosity!

Second Collections: Today: Parish School Next Week: Archdiocesan Annual Appeal

COLLECTIONS November 18

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Thirty-Third Sunday of Ordinary Time

1st Collection: $$8,057.60 2nd Collection: $$1,963.91 Thank you for your generosity!

Second Collections: November 18: Parish Athletic Program November 25: Campaign for Human Development

Epiphany Parish News

SACRED RELICS EXPOSITION Please don’t miss this golden and rare opportunity! A very special Vatican Collection of over 150 First Class Relics of Saints. Presented by Rev. Carlos Martins, C.C. FREE Admission to all. Bring rosaries, holy cards, and pictures of ill family members/friends to be able to touch the reliquaries as a means of intercession. • Monday, December 10

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St. Bruno’s Church. 555 West San Bruno Ave. San Bruno, CA 94066 (650) 588-2121 • Thursday, December 13

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6:30pm. St. Francis of Assisi Church. 1425 Bay Rd. East Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 322-2152 • Friday, December 14

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Church of the Epiphany. 827 Vienna St. San Francisco, CA 94112 (415) 333-7630 Visit www.TreasuresoftheChurch.com for more information.

GIVING TREE Please choose an ornament from the Giving Tree in the front of the church. We ask that you bring an appropriate, new gift in an UNWRAPPED gift bag/wrap, or a donation for a poinsettia plant for the homebound, with the ornament attached, and bring to the Parish Office by Thursday, Dec. 13, 2018. Thank you for your generosity. - Young Adult Ministry and St. Vincent de Paul Society.

POINSETTIAS We are asking for poinsettias to be used to decorate the church altar for Christmas. If you can help, please bring red poinsettia plants to the Parish Office by Tuesday, December 18th. Thank you for your generosity!

DECORATING We will be decorating the church for Christmas on Saturday, December 22

nd from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. If you

can, please come to help us for an hour or more. Thank you for your time and talent!

HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION December 8, the Solemnity of The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, is always a day of obligation except in years when December 8 falls on a Sunday. Therefore, Saturday, December 8, 2018, is a Holy Day of Obligation. As is, of course, Sunday December 9 (and every Sunday).

OBLIGATION TO ATTEND TWO MASSES: As occurred last year at Christmas, we again have the unusual occurrence of the obligation of the faithful to attend Mass on two consecutive days.

ENGLISH BIBLE STUDY

Bible Study in English with Fr.Cameron Faller will continue on December 11

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with St. Paul’s Letter to the Hebrews. It will be in the school cafeteria at 7pm. Refreshments will be served.

THE PROMISE OF JUSTICE

We are in fairly good company when we ask God for justice. Often enough we hear and agree with the lament of the people of Israel asking God why the wicked prosper. However, when we call out for justice, we usually want someone to get his or her comeuppance. God’s justice is something other than this, of course. God’s justice comprises a wonderful rightness between God and humankind. Today, Jeremiah looks ahead to a time when a just one will sprout from the shorn-off stump of Jesse of the house and family of David. Life was not fair in Jeremiah’s time. Israel’s kings held the promise of God’s fidelity, but it was difficult to see how God’s promise could be realized through them. Nevertheless, Jeremiah lifts his voice and announces that the Promised One will come. Luke’s Gospel echoes that announcement, and Paul is filled with sturdy encouragement. And so Advent begins with a promise. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

HOME MATCH Looking for affordable housing? Have a spare room and could use extra income or help around the house? HOME MATCH SAN FRANCISCO pairs homeowners who have an extra room with home seekers who live, work, or study in San Francisco. For the homeowner, HOME MATCH provides companionship, decreases isolation, as well as offers help with chores or errands, and monthly income. All participants complete an application and lifestyle questionnaire, to help identify a match also requiring background screening and references. For more information please contact Tori Shepard: phone: (415) 351-1000 or visit homematchsf.org

SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES

Sunday: First Sunday of Advent; Hanukkah begins Monday: St. Francis Xavier Tuesday: St. John Damascene Thursday: St. Nicholas Friday: St. Ambrose; First Friday, Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day Saturday: The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary

THE THREE COMINGS OF ADVENT

There are three distinct comings of the Lord of which I know: His coming to humankind, His coming into humankind, and His coming against humankind. —St. Bernard: Third Sermon for Advent

Notícías de Epífanía EXPOSICION DE RELIAS SAGRADAS ¡Por favor, no te pierdas esta rara oportunidad! Una colección muy especial del Vaticano de más de 150 reliquias de santos de primera clase. Presentado por el Rev. Carlos Martins, C.C. Admisión GRATUITA a todos. Lleve rosarios, tarjetas sagradas y fotos de familiares / amigos enfermos para poder tocar los relicarios como medio de intercesión. • Lunes 10 de diciembre a las 6:30pm. Iglesia de San Bruno. 555 West San Bruno Ave. San Bruno, CA 94066 (650) 588-2121 • Jueves 13 de diciembre a las 6:30pm. Iglesia de San Francisco de Asís. 1425 Bay Rd. East Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 322-2152 • Viernes 14 de diciembre a las 7:00pm. Iglesia de la Epifanía. 827 Vienna St. San Francisco, CA 94112 (415) 333-7630 Visita www.TreasuresoftheChurch.com para más información.

GIVING TREE

Por favor, elija un adorno del árbol de en el frente de la iglesia. Le pedimos que traiga un regalo nuevo apropiado en una bolsa SIN ENVOLVER, o una donación para una planta de flor de nochebuena para los confinados en casa, con el adorno adjunto, y traerlos a la oficina parroquial el jueves 13 de diciembre de 2018. Gracias Tú por tu generosidad. - Ministerio de Jóvenes Adultos y Sociedad San Vicente de Paúl.

FLORES DE NOCHEBUENA Necesitamos flores de Nochebuenas (pontsettias) par decorar la iglesia para la Navidad. Por favor llévelas a laoficina parroquial a más tardar el martes 18 de diciembre. Gracias por su ayuda.

DECORACIÓN El sábado 22 de diciembre a las 10:00am hasta las 3:00pm estaremos decorando el templo para la Navidad. Ven ayudarnos por una hora o más. Gracias por compartir su tiempo.

DÍA SANTO DE OBLIGACIÓN El 8 de diciembre, la solemnidad de la Inmaculada Concepción de la Santísima Virgen, es siempre un día de obligación, excepto en los años en que el 8 de diciembre cae en domingo. Por lo tanto, el sábado 8 de diciembre de 2018, es un día santo de obligación. Como es, por supuesto, domingo 9 de diciembre (y todos los domingos).

OBLIGACIÓN DE ASISTIR A DOS MISAS: Como ocurrió el año pasado en Navidad, nuevamente tenemos la inusual ocurrencia de la obligación de los fieles de asistir a la Misa en dos días consecutivos.

CLASES DE BIBLIA EN INGLÉS

Clases de Biblia en inglés con el Padre Cameron Faller se continuará el 11 de diciembre con la Carta de San Pablo a los Hebreos. Estará en la cafetería de la escuela a las 7pm. Refrescos serán servidos.

LA PROMESA DE JUSTICIA Estamos en buena compañía cuando clamamos a Dios por justicia. Con frecuencia escuchamos y estamos de acuerdo con el pueblo de Israel que pregunta a Dios por qué el malo prospera. Sin embargo, cuando clamamos por justicia usualmente queremos que alguien reciba el castigo que se merece. Obviamente la justicia de Dios es más que eso. La justicia de Dios abarca una maravillosa rectitud entre Dios y la humanidad. En la lectura de hoy Jeremías avizora un tiempo en el que un justo brotará del tronco de Jesé, de la casa y la familia de David. La vida no era justa en el tiempo de Jeremías. Los reyes de Israel mantenían viva la promesa de la fidelidad de Dios, pero era difícil ver cómo la promesa de Dios se podía cumplir por medio de ellos. No obstante, Jeremías levanta la voz y anuncia que ya viene el Salvador prometido. El Evangelio de Lucas hace eco de ese anuncio, y Pablo se llena de un gran ánimo. De esta manera el Adviento comienza con una promesa. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

HOME MATCH ¿Buscando una vivienda asequible? ¿Tiene una habitación libre y podría usar un ingreso extra o ayuda en la casa? HOME MATCH SAN FRANCISCO hace parejas de propietarios que tienen una habitación extra con personas que viven, trabajan o estudian en San Francisco. Para el dueño de la casa, HOME MATCH brinda compañía, disminuye el aislamiento, y ofrece ayuda con los quehaceres, recados e ingresos mensuales. Todos los participantes completan un cuestionario de aplicación y estilo de vida, para ayudar a identificar un candidato que también requiere una revisión de antecedentes y referencias. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Tori Shepard: phone: (415) 351-1000 o visita homematchsf.org.

LOS SANTOS Y CELEBRACIONES Domingo: Primer Domingo de Adviento; Januká comienza Lunes: San Francisco Javier Martes: San Juan Damasceno Jueves: San Nicolás Viernes: San Ambrosio; Primer viernes, Día para Recordar Pearl Harbor Sábado: La Inmaculada Concepción de la Virgen María

LAS TRES VENIDAS DEL ADVIENTO

Sabemos de una triple venida del Señor: su venida a la humanidad, su venida en la humanidad y su venida contra la humanidad. —San Bernardo: Tercer Sermón para Adviento

Today’s Readings: First Reading — The days are coming when the LORD will fulfill the promise made to Israel and Judah (Jeremiah 33:14-16). Psalm — To you, O Lord, I lift my soul (Psalm 25). Second Reading — Abound in love for one another and for all (1 Thessalonians 3:12 — 4:2). Gospel — Stand erect and raise your heads; your redemption is at hand (Luke 21:25-28, 34-36). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.

Pray for the Sick: Oremos por los enfermos:

Josephine Alfonso, Baby Sarah Anderson, Margarita Aviles, Morgan Bautista, Emily Castaneda, Kay Castle, Kathy Chan, Linda Cheng,

Regina Connors, Ricardo Cortez, Lara S. Cuevito, Anita De Castro, Lydia De Jesus, Dely Domingo,

Corazon Esperanza, Miles Fong, Opal Fuller, Lilian Funs, Carlos R. Garcia, Socorro Garcia,

Gina Hilderbrand, Tracey Jennings, Nathaniel Jimenez, Mario & Petra Laguatan, Michelle Elaine Lepitan,

Margie Lopez, Neriza & Nisha Mangahas, Kevin Mullins, Elena Naval, James Naval, Jose-Edson R. Naval,

Margaret Neighbor, Robert Neri, Roberto Ortega, Jr., Miss Shiely, Dante Tayag, Brian Alexander Weissmuller

Pray for the Deceased

Oremos por los Difuntos:Deanna Ponce

And for those who have died by violence this past week.

Monday Is 2:1-5; Ps 122:1-9; Mt 8:5-11

Tuesday Is 11:1-10; Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17; Lk 10:21-24

Wednesday Is 25:6-10a; Ps 23:1-6; Mt 15:29-37

Thursday Is 26:1-6; Ps 118:1, 8-9, 19-21, 25-27a; Mt 7:21, 24-27

Friday Is 29:17-24; Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14; Mt 9:27-31

Saturday Gn 3:9-15, 20; Ps 98:1-4; Eph 1:3-6, 11-12; Lk 1:26-38

Sunday Bar 5:1-9; Ps 126:1-6; Phil 1:4-6, 8-11; Lk 3:1-6

Readings For The Week:

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