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Pope’s November prayer intention:
‘For the proper use of wealth’

Pope Leo XIV releases his prayer intention for the month of November, and invites Catholics to pray “for the proper use of wealth,” so that we may recognize that true wealth lies not in accumulating or possessing, but in giving with love.

Pope Leo XIV has urged Catholics across the globe to join him this November in praying for the proper use of wealth.

He released the monthly “Pray with the Pope” video on Tuesday, which is prepared by the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network.

In his prayer, Pope Leo recalls that everything we have comes from the Lord, including “fertile land, the talents we’ve received, the effort of those who came before us.”

“Nothing is ours alone — everything is a shared gift,” he said.

Yet, so often, the Holy Father observed, “we let the wealth we seek or attain harden our hearts, lock us in selfishness, and make us forget the most vulnerable.”

“Forgive us for storing up”

“Forgive us for storing up instead of sharing,” Pope Leo said, and “for using goods as power rather than as service.”

The Pope recalled that Jesus reminds us “that true wealth is not found in what we keep, but in what we give with love.”

He added that a heart detached from possessions “transforms the world,” for it “opens paths of justice, tears down walls of indifference, and sows hope among the poor.”

Therefore, he said, we ask you, Lord, that your Spirit teach us to use what we have, be it money, time, talents, or opportunities, as “instruments of fraternity.”

“May each economic, family, or community decision,” the Pope continued, “spring from a free heart, able to recognize that every good is meant for all, and that only by sharing we build the future.”

Finally, the Holy Father prayed, “Make us witnesses of a wealth transformed into service and mercy, so that our lives, united to the lives of others, may be a sign of your Kingdom of justice and peace. Amen.”

To read the full article, click on this link:

Pope’s November prayer intention: ‘For the proper use of wealth’ – Vatican News
(Above was from an article written by Deborah Castellano Lubov, Vatican News, November 3, 2026 issue.)

Past Events

Participation in the Los Angeles
Religious Education Congress

The Filipino Ministry of the Archdiocese of San Francisco participated as an exhibitor for the first time at the LA RE Congress, held at the Anaheim Convention Center from February 20-23. Members of the Filipino Ministry Consultative Board who attended the event and helped manage the booth were grateful for the opportunity to experience the diverse cultural and spiritual perspectives shared through the speakers and liturgies. The event fostered a deep sense of community, providing a valuable space for connecting with fellow Catholics from various parishes, while also allowing our members to promote the upcoming 2026 Pilgrimage to the Philippines.

In light of recent challenges, including the devastating fires in Southern California, the theme “Called to Compassion” deeply resonated with attendees. Many felt inspired to embrace greater compassion and mercy in their interactions with others, strengthening the bonds of faith and solidarity during these trying times.

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Servant Leadership Retreat

San Damiano Retreat Center in Danville, California was the perfect setting for FMCB’s retreat held April 13-14. The tranquility and beauty of its surroundings, amid a myriad of green trees and verdant hills, provided an ambiance of serenity for deep reflection. Father Jerome Magat, Vice Rector and a professor of moral theology at St. Patrick Seminary and University, was the Retreat Speaker. Kudos to Fr. Jerome for leading a very engaging and inspiring retreat. The topic: SERVANT LEADERSHIP. A couple of key takeaways — to develop a TEFLON mindset and to be mindful of the “Donkey Theology” in serving the community. Donkeys are models of meekness and humility, and also of resilience and patience . More often than not, leaders are confronted with challenges and harsh criticisms, so it’s important to rise above the fray and develop a ‘Teflon Mind’ — to not dwell on the negative and have a “short-term memory” of the negativities and to focus more on the positive aspects. For additional photos, click on the link below –

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