Star of the Sea Catholic Church in San Francisco

Mother of Perpetual Help Devotions
2030-04-03 12:30 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Star of the Sea Church, 4420 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94118, United States
Join us in honoring Our Lady under the beloved title Mother of Perpetual Help. Through prayer, reflection, and the recitation of the devotional prayers, we lift our intentions to Mary, trusting in her constant intercession and maternal care. All are welcome to come and seek comfort, strength, and hope through this beautiful devotion.

Vespers
2030-04-03 17:45 - 18:00, 2030-04-04 17:45 - 18:00, 2030-04-05 17:45 - 18:00, 2030-04-08 17:45 - 18:00 | Star of the Sea Church, 4420 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94118, United States
Vespers (Evening Prayer) is part of the Divine Office, also known as the Liturgy of the Hours, the Church’s daily prayer. Prayed in the evening, Vespers offers praise and thanksgiving through psalms, Scripture, and intercessions, sanctifying the close of the day.
Vespers is a fifteen-minute prayer service of hymns, readings, and intercessions done every evening by priests and sisters, but more and more laity is joining them. It is a special prayer because it is said by people all around the world and every hour throughout the day, due to time changes, the hours are prayed. In the Liturgy of the Hours, the Church fulfills Jesus’ command to “pray always” (Luke 18:1; see also 1 Thessalonians 5:17). Through this prayer, the people of God sanctify the day by continual praise of God and prayers of intercession for the needs of the world.
Evening Prayer (Vespers) begins with the Sign of the Cross, a call for God’s help, and a hymn appropriate to the liturgical season. It continues with the Psalmody, consisting of psalms and a New Testament canticle, each introduced by an antiphon and followed by a brief moment of silence.
A Scripture reading is then proclaimed, followed by a short responsory. The heart of Evening Prayer is the Gospel Canticle, the Magnificat (Canticle of Mary), prayed with special reverence and introduced by an antiphon.
The prayer continues with intercessions for the Church and the world, the Lord’s Prayer, and a concluding prayer. The celebration ends with a blessing and dismissal, sending the faithful forth in peace.

English Mass
2030-04-03 18:00 - 18:30, 2030-04-04 12:00 - 12:30, 2030-04-04 18:00 - 18:30, 2030-04-05 12:00 - 12:30, 2030-04-08 12:00 - 12:30, 2030-04-08 18:00 - 18:30 | Star of the Sea Church, 4420 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94118, United States
Daily Low Mass (Novus Ordo – 1970 Roman Rite) – Confessions 15 min before Mass
At Star of the Sea Parish, we celebrate Daily Mass according to the 1970 Roman Calendar (Novus Ordo). These Low Masses offer a quiet and prayerful setting for daily worship, inviting the faithful to encounter Christ in simplicity and reverence.
Celebrated ad orientem, the priest and faithful together turn toward the Lord, placing God at the center of the liturgy. The more intimate and contemplative nature of the Low Mass allows for deeper reflection on the Word of God and a more personal participation in the Holy Sacrifice.
In this sacred silence and simplicity, the faithful are nourished by the Eucharist and strengthened in grace, carrying the fruits of the Mass into their daily lives.

Pickleball for all levels
2030-04-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Star of the Sea Gym, 4420 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94118
Pickleball for all levels, including lessons and coaching!
Pickleball is a fun, welcoming way to stay active and build community — and everyone is invited! Whether you’ve never held a paddle before or you’ve played for years, our parish pickleball gatherings are designed for all skill levels. We offer beginner-friendly instruction, as well as lessons and coaching for those who want to improve their technique and confidence on the court. Most importantly, it’s a great chance to meet new friends, enjoy healthy recreation, and share some laughter together. Beginners are especially encouraged to join — we’ll help you get started!

Lauds
2030-04-04 06:45 - 07:00, 2030-04-05 06:45 - 07:00, 2030-04-08 06:45 - 07:00 | Star of the Sea Church, 4420 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94118, United States
Lauds (Morning Prayer) is part of the Divine Office, also known as the Liturgy of the Hours, the Church’s daily prayer. Prayed in the morning, Lauds sanctifies the start of the day through psalms, Scripture, and intercessions, uniting the faithful with the universal prayer of the Church.
“As is clear from many of the elements that make it up, morning prayer is intended and arranged to sanctify the morning. St. Basil the Great gives an excellent description of this character in these words: “It is said in the morning in order that the first stirrings of our mind and will may be consecrated to God and that we may take nothing in hand until we have been gladdened by the thought of God, as it is written: ‘I was mindful of God and was glad’ (Ps 77:4 [Jerome’s translation from Hebrew]), or set our bodies to any task before we do what has been said: ‘I will pray to you, Lord, you will hear my voice in the morning; I will stand before you in the morning and gaze on you’ (Ps 5:4-5).”
“Celebrated as it is as the light of a new day is dawning, this hour also recalls the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, the true light enlightening all people (see Jn 1:9) and “the sun of justice” (Mal 4:2), “rising from on high” (Lk 1:78). Hence, we can well understand the advice of St. Cyprian: “There should be prayer in the morning so that the resurrection of the Lord may thus be celebrated” (GILH, no. 38).

Latin Low Mass
2030-04-04 07:00 - 07:30, 2030-04-05 07:00 - 07:30, 2030-04-08 07:00 - 07:30 | Star of the Sea Church, 4420 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94118, United States
The Low Traditional Latin Mass – Confessions after Mass
At Star of the Sea Parish, Confessions are available after Mass, offering the faithful an opportunity to receive God’s mercy through the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
In a spirit of prayer and recollection, this time allows for a peaceful encounter with Christ, who forgives sins and restores the soul to grace. Approaching the sacrament with humility and trust, the faithful are invited to examine their conscience and open their hearts to God’s healing love.
Whether returning after some time or coming regularly, Confession provides a moment of renewal, strengthening the faithful in their spiritual life and preparing them to live more fully in communion with Christ and His Church.

Marriage and Family Apostolate First Fridays
2030-04-05 12:00 - 16:00 | Star of the Sea Church, 4420 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94118, United States
Join members of the Marriage and Family Apostolate
First Friday Mass 12:00 noon, followed by Rosary & fellowship at the Richmond Library playground on 9th Ave. Pack lunch, a blanket, and sunscreen.

First Friday Sacred Heart of Jesus - Latin Mass
2030-04-05 18:00 - 19:10 | Star of the Sea Church, 4420 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94118, United States
Join us on the First Friday of every month for a Sung Devotional Traditional Latin Mass (Extraordinary Form) in honor of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus.
This evening is centered on the First Fridays Devotion—also known as the Nine First Fridays, or the Communions of Reparation to the Sacred Heart—a beloved Catholic devotion offered in reparation for sins, especially those committed against the Blessed Sacrament.
The devotion traces its origins to the 17th-century apparitions of Our Lord at Paray-le-Monial, France, as recorded by St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, inviting the faithful to draw near to His Heart through prayer, Mass, and Holy Communion.

First Saturday Our Lady of Fatima - English Mass
2030-04-06 08:30 - 09:30 | Star of the Sea Church, 4420 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94118, United States
In 1917, amid the suffering of World War I, Our Lady of Fatima asked the three shepherd children to promote the First Saturday Devotion as a path to peace in the world and peace in our hearts. With maternal urgency, she warned that many souls are lost because there is so little prayer and sacrifice offered for them.
This devotion draws us into four essential acts of prayer and reparation:

Attend Mass and receive Holy Communion
Make a good confession
Pray the Holy Rosary
Spend 15 minutes meditating (with Our Lady) on the mysteries of the Rosary and the Word of God

The 8:30 am English Mass is preceded by Confessions and followed by the Rosary.

Rosary Pilgrimage with Sr. Carol
2030-04-06 09:00 - 10:00 | Star of the Sea Church, 4420 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94118, United States
Join us this Saturday for our First Saturday Devotion and Rosary Pilgrimage with Sister Carol, as we gather in prayer, reflection, and devotion to Our Blessed Mother. The morning will begin immediately after the 8:30 am Mass with the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and O Salutaris Hostia. We will then continue with a time of adoration, prayer, and reflection on the message of Fatima.

Our Lady of Fatima Star Pro-Life Apostolate
2030-04-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Planned Parenthood, 1522 Bush Street, San Francisco, 94109, United States
Prayer Vigils outside the Planned Parenthood Clinic at 1522 Bush St., San Francisco, in reparation and repentance for the sin of abortion and its complete eradication from society. Eucharistic Adoration (individual silent prayer petitions) in the parish adoration chapel every Friday, 7-8 p.m.

First Saturday Immaculate Heart of Mary - Latin Sung Mass
2030-04-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Star of the Sea Church, 4420 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94118, United States
The First Saturday Devotion
In 1917, amid the suffering of World War I, Our Lady of Fatima appeared to three shepherd children and asked that the First Saturday Devotion be promoted as a path to peace in the world and peace in our hearts. With a mother’s urgency, she warned that many souls are lost because there is too little prayer and sacrifice offered for them.
This devotion calls the faithful to offer acts of prayer and reparation—prayers offered in atonement for sins committed against the Immaculate Heart of Mary. It includes four essential practices:

Attending Mass and receiving Holy Communion
Making a good confession
Praying the Holy Rosary in reparation for sins against the Immaculate Heart of Mary
Spending 15 minutes meditating, with Our Lady, on the mysteries of the Rosary and the Word of God

Through this devotion, Our Lady invites us to conversion, deeper prayer, and renewed trust in God’s mercy, so that peace may take root in our hearts and spread throughout the world.

Divine Mercy Chaplet and Rosary
2030-04-06 15:00 - 16:00
Join us every Saturday at 3:00 p.m. in the church as we gather in prayer to honor the Divine Mercy. We begin by praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet, followed by the Holy Rosary and a Litany. This peaceful time of communal prayer invites us to place our trust in God’s mercy, offer our intentions for the Church and the world, and grow together in faith and devotion. All are welcome to join us.

Vigil Mass
2030-04-06 16:30 - 17:30 | Star of the Sea Church, 4420 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94118, United States
Confession, Saturday 3:15 pm-4:15 pm
At Star of the Sea Parish, we celebrate the Saturday Vigil Mass according to the 1970 Roman Calendar (Novus Ordo) for those who are unable to attend Mass on Sunday. Celebrated with sacred music, this liturgy fulfills the Sunday obligation and offers a prayerful and joyful opportunity to participate in the celebration of the Lord’s Day.

English Mass
2030-04-07 08:00 - 09:00 | Star of the Sea Church, 4420 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94118, United States
Sunday English Mass (Novus Ordo – 1970 Roman Rite) – Confessions during Mass

At Star of the Sea Parish, we celebrate Sunday Mass in English according to the 1970 Roman Calendar (Novus Ordo). This spoken Mass offers a reverent and prayerful setting for the Lord’s Day, inviting the faithful to gather as a community around the Word of God and the Holy Eucharist.
Celebrated ad orientem, the priest and faithful together turn toward the Lord, placing God at the center of the liturgy. The simplicity of the spoken Mass fosters recollection and attentiveness, allowing for deeper reflection on the Scriptures and participation in the Holy Sacrifice.
In this spirit of reverence and prayer, the faithful are nourished by the Eucharist and strengthened in grace, carrying the fruits of the Mass into their daily lives.

English Sung Mass
2030-04-07 09:30 - 10:30, 2030-04-07 19:30 - 20:30 | Star of the Sea Church, 4420 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94118, United States
Sung Mass (Novus Ordo – 1970 Roman Rite) – Confessions during Mass

At Star of the Sea Parish, we celebrate a Sung Novus Ordo Mass according to the 1970 Roman Calendar. Offered with sacred music, chant, and solemnity, this celebration of the Ordinary Form of the Roman Rite draws the faithful into the beauty and reverence of the Church’s worship.
Celebrated ad orientem, with priest and people facing the same direction—toward the Lord—the Mass expresses a shared turning toward God. Sacred chant and music elevate the liturgy, fostering prayerful participation and contemplation of the mystery of the Holy Eucharist.
Through the proclamation of the Word and the offering of the Eucharistic sacrifice, the faithful are invited into a deeper encounter with Christ, who speaks to His people and nourishes them with His Body and Blood.

Latin Sung Mass
2030-04-07 11:30 - 13:00 | Star of the Sea Church, 4420 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA, 94118, United States
Sung Latin Mass – Confessions during Mass

At Star of the Sea Parish, we celebrate a Sung Sunday Traditional Latin Mass according to the 1962 Roman Calendar, offered with a full choir and schola. Through sacred chant and choral music, this solemn celebration of the Roman Rite draws the faithful into the beauty, reverence, and timeless worship of the Church on the Lord’s Day.
The Traditional Latin Mass (TLM)
The Traditional Latin Mass, also known as the Extraordinary Form of the Roman Rite, is a profound expression of the Church’s liturgical heritage, shaped and handed down through centuries of faithful worship. Rooted in ancient tradition and codified following the Council of Trent in the 16th century, this form of the Mass has nourished the spiritual lives of countless saints and generations of the faithful.
Celebrated in Latin, the universal language of the Church, the Traditional Latin Mass draws the faithful into a deep sense of reverence and transcendence. Its prayers, gestures, and sacred silence reflect a profound awareness of the mystery of the Holy Eucharist—the true presence of Christ. The priest, facing ad orientem (toward the East), leads the congregation in a unified act of worship directed toward God.
Rich in symbolism, the liturgy unfolds with solemn beauty: Gregorian chant, incense, and ritual gestures elevate the soul and direct the heart toward the divine. Every movement and prayer is imbued with meaning, inviting the faithful into contemplation and participation in the sacrifice of Christ made present on the altar.
More than a historical form, the Traditional Latin Mass remains a living tradition within the Church, offering a timeless encounter with the sacred. It provides a space for prayer, reflection, and reverence, drawing the faithful into deeper union with Christ and His Church.
