Clergy Support
Clergy Gatherings
MANDATORY EVENTS: Convocation + Study Days + Annual Retreat |
** STRONGLY ENCOURAGED EVENTS: Priestly Ordinations for the Archidiocese + Deanery Meetings + Funerals of brother priests Chrism Mass (afternoon of reflection, Mass,and dinner). Recurring date: The Thursday preceding Holy Thursday each year. Mass for Deceased Priests at Holy Cross Mausoleum. Recurring date: The Friday following All Souls Day each year. Jubiliarian Celebratin (Vespers & Dinner): The Wednesday following Mother’s Day each year. |
*** ENCOURAGED EVENTS: Advent and Lenten Days of Recollection + Thanksgiving + St. John Vianney Luncheon for Retired Priests Priest Day at St. Patrick Seminary (Fraternal Gathering & Mass for Priests in the Bay Area) – Recurring date: The Tuesday before Priests’ September Enrichment / Social Day – Recurring date: The Second Wednesday in September. |
**** OPTIONAL EVENTS: Archbishop’s Advent Party – Recurring date: The Sunday preceding Christmas Eve (a week earlier if the 24th is on a Monday). Diaconal Ordinations for the Archdiocese |
ā āAll priests serving in the Archdiocese are required to make a retreat each year. [Canon 276] Any priest with an Archdiocesan assignment who wishes to make other retreat arrangements is to notify the Vicar for Clergy regarding his proposal. Funding for the Retreats will be taken from Archdiocesan funds set aside for this purposeā (Priest Personnel Policy 3420). |
Clergy and Parish Forms and Documents
Due to limited staffing in our office: LGS requests are accepted a minimum of 2 weeks prior to your event. You must have completed VIRTUS within 2.5 years. You will be required to enter your VIRTUS completion date to request an LGS. LGS are prepared only on Wednesdays.
- A Letter of Good Standing printed on Diocese or Provincial letterhead stationery and embossed with their Seal is required, whenever a visiting priest is expected for one-time ministry, supply ministry, or overnight visits (no ministry) within the boundaries of the Archdiocese.
- The Archdiocese of San Francisco requires a current and specifically worded Letter of Good Standing (LGS), to include effective dates, location, being able to work with minors, and purpose of their visit from the visitorās Provincial or Bishop (see sample form below). You may forward by email the sample LGS form on to your visiting priest when you are making initial arrangements with him. Ask him to forward the form to his Bishop or Provincial to be completed and signed.
- A copy of the signed LGS should then be emailed back to you/your staff and emailed to Vicar for Clergy, Fr. Spyrow at [email protected]. Once Fr. Spyrow reviews the Letter of Good Standing, he will stamp it with his āApprovalā, granting temporary faculties or āNot Approvedā. A copy of the Letter of Good Standing will be sent to the parish the priest is visiting and the Dioceses or provincial with his decision.
If there are any questions, please contact the Office of the Vicar for Clergy at 415-614-5611.
FOR ALL PRIESTS SERVING IN THE ARCHDIOCESE 30 DAYS OR MORE,
THREE COMPLIANCE STEPS MUST BE UNDERTAKEN:
- Safe Environment Training (needs to be renewed every 3 years): VIRTUS Online
- Safe Environment Guidelines and Appendices for Distribution
- Livescan FIngerprinting Form 2021 (Priest, Deacons, Seminarians)
- Livescan Fingerprinting Locations
CLERGY WHO ARE IN COMPLIANCE MAY REQUEST A CELEBRET CARD BELOW
(Celebret machine is currently broken. We are unable to provide a plastic card, however a 3 month hand written card is available.)
- CLERGY PERSONNEL POLICY ā TABLE OF CONTENTS ā Oct 2009
- Series 1000, Pastoral Responsibilities of Priests ā Oct 2009
- Series 2000, Personnel Board ā Oct 2009
- Section 2400 Incardination Policy ā revised 2-15-2018
- Series 3000, Ongoing Formation & Continuing Education ā Oct 2009
- Series 4000, Priestsā Benefitsā Oct 2009
- Series 5000, Keeping Faith With Our Retired Priests ā Oct 2009
- POLICY Regarding Use & Monitoring of Internet, E-Mail, and Other Technology (E-2, 10/01)
- Decrees from Archbishop Cordileone ā Province wide ā April 2015
- Decree on Unification of Saint Thomas the Apostle and Saint Monica ā 12-8-2016
- MASS OFFERINGS, and ATTENDANCE AT CLERGY GATHERINGS ā Jan 2018
- GUIDELINES FOR THE RECEPTION OF COMMUNION ā July 2019
- MEMO to Pastors Regarding Flu and Viruses ā 2-20-2020
- Archdiocesan Policy Index ā comprehensive, Archdiocesan-wide
BENEFITS
- 2022-2023 Medical Benefits-Kaiser-Blue Shield-MES Vision-Delta Dental
- 2021 DELTA Dental – Benefit Highlights (Jan-Dec)
- MES Vision Benefits Summary
- Geo Blue Trekker Information Brochure and Enrollment Form
Geo Blue TREKKER CHOICE Enrollment Link (email receipt to [email protected] for reimbursement) - Effective July 1, 2022 – Templates for Check Request, Mileage, and Travel Reimbursement
- FY2021 Check Request Template, Mileage Template and Travel Reimbursement Template
- FY2022 Check Request Template, Mileage Template and Travel Reimbursement Template
- 2020 ACH Request Reimbursement
- Mileage Reimbursement Policy
- Expense Reimbursement Policy
- RETA TRUST Benefit Website
COMPENSATION
- Priests Compensation ā Annual Memo, Fiscal Year 2022-2023
- Direct Deposit Form – ADSF PayrollĀ
- ACH Authorization for Direct Payment via ACH 2018
- W-9 FormĀ
- MFIF (Master File Input Form) – PRIEST ONLY FORM
- 2021 Income Tax for Priests Only, Shepherds Advisor webpageĀ
- 2021 Tax Guide for Priests Only order form
- IRS Clergy Compensation Guide Form 517 2016
- Visiting Priests Stipend 10-09
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT
(Note: Deadline passed Nov. 22, 2019. FY 2020)
- Flexible Spending Account Memo
- FSA Enrollment Form
- FSA Enrollment Guide
- FSA Eligible Expenses
- FSA Claim Form
- Transit & Parking Reimbursement Enrollment Form
- Transportation Reimbursement Enrollment Guide
- Transportation & Parking Claim Form
- Frequently Asked Questions
BENEFITS AVAILABLE AT 65 YEARS OF AGE
- Medicare Part A enrollment (Hospital coverage) ā Contact Social Security Office prior to your 65th Birthday.
- Medicare Part B enrollment (80% Medical coverage) ā Contact Vicar for Clergy Office, 415-614-5611.
- Medicare Part D enrollment (Drug coverage) – Contact Vicar for Clergy Office, 415-614-5611.
- Medicare Supplemental plan (20% Medical coverage) – Contact Vicar for Clergy Office, 415-614-5611.
- Kaiser Senior Advantage enrollment (Call 877-588-5739 or kp.org/seniors before the end of prior month of coverage)
New Pastor ADSF Training Program Videos
[ask Vicar for Clergy office for the password]
homiletic resources
- ePriest.com homily packs
- U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops homiletics page
- Weekly Homily Preparation Sessions (live and recorded)
previous study days presentations and handouts
- Study Day, November 12, 2020 (Weblink): https://www.sfparish.com/clergy-study-days-2020
- Study Day, February 26, 2019: PowerPoint presentation and handout by Dr. Christiauria Welland
previous advent day
- Advent Day, December 18, 2020 (Weblink): https://www.sfparish.com/clergy-advent-reflection
sabbaticals:
- If interested in a Sabbatical, e-mail Fr. Wiliam McCain at [email protected].
Note: Forms and notices are in PDF format. If unable to open, download FREE ADOBE ACROBAT READER
Being a priest is a life-long commitment. After dedicating their lives to the Church, many retired priests continue to serve the people in our community. We currently care for nearly 300 retired priests who have faithfully served our Church. The Annual Appeal supplements the cost of maintaining our retirement home for priests at Serra Clergy House.
(please contact Rachel Alvelais, if youād like to arrange for a tour/dinner at Serra Clergy House)
RETIREMENT PLANNING
- Retirement Planning Checklist
- Fiduciary Committee Report
- Priests Retirement Plan Booklet
- RETA Trust Open Enrollment 20/21 Memo
- RETA Trust FAQ
- RETA Trust Life Insurance Beneficiary Form
- Medicare Part A & Part B Sign Up Period
- Medicare Part B Only Enrollment
- Medicare Part B, EmployEE Form CMS-40B
- Medicare Part B, EmployER Form CMS-L564
- Submit your Medicare Part B application by:
- Apply Online https://secure.ssa.gov/mpboa/medicare-part-b-online-application/
- Fax or Mail to your local Social Security Office: https://secure.ssa.gov/ICON/main.jsp#officeResults
- Submit your Medicare Part B application by:
- Medicare Part D and Supplemental Plan: Contact Vicar for Clergy
- Pension information 2020
- Pension Direct Deposit Form 2020
- Pension Withholding Form – W-4P 2021
- Social Security Office – Change address, Retirement Estimator and more
MEDICARE INSURANCE IS AVAILABLE AT 65 YEARS OF AGE
- Medicare Part A enrollment (Hospital coverage)
(Contact Social Security Office prior to your 65th Birthday)
- Medicare Part B enrollment (80% Medical coverage) ā Contact Vicar for Clergy Office, 415-614-5611.
- Medicare Part D enrollment (Drug coverage) – Contact Vicar for Clergy Office, 415-614-5611.
- Medicare Supplemental plan (20% Medical coverage) – Contact Vicar for Clergy Office, 415-614-5611
- Kaiser Senior Advantage enrollment
(Call 877-588-5739 or kp.org/seniors before the end of prior month of coverage)
ESTATE PLANNING
- Sr. Mary Gemma O’Keeffe, RSM, Attorney at Law, 415-664-6788
- Sr. Mary Gemma O’Keeffe, RSM: Estate Planning Handout
- Power Of Attorney For Finance Form
CARE MANAGEMENT
- Priest Baseline Health Assessment Form
- Catholic Guide to End-of-Life’s Critical Decisions: Advance Directives
- Advance Health Care Directive (fillable)
- HIPAA – Authorization for Release of Health Information Form
- Cost of Living Benefit 2020
- Serra Clergy House Information
- Additional Financial support for Retired Priests
FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS
- Funeral Arrangements Form (fillable)
- “Death and Dying, The Catholic Tradition” by Fr. Gerald Coleman, PSS (power point)
- Companion Guide to “Preparing for a Catholic Funeral”
- Holy Cross Catholic Cemeteries, Monica Williams, Director 650-756-2060
Note: Forms and notices are in PDF format. If unable to open, download FREE ADOBE ACROBAT READER
ARCHBISHOP CORDILEONE FORMS
- Confirmation Sacramental Guidelines
- Confirmation Checklist for Parishes
- Confirmation within the Mass – Within Easter Season
- Confirmation within the Mass – Outside the Easter Season
- Request for Delegation to Confirm
- To Aid You in Preparing the Agenda for Parish Visit
BISHOP JUSTICE EMERITUS FORMS
Clergy Directory
Fr. Kazimierz Abrahamczyk, SVD
South San Francisco, California 94080
Fr. Moises Agudo
San Francisco, California 94110
SAN FRANCISCO, California 94109
Fr. Arturo Albano
San Francisco, California 94109-6686
Fr. Roberto Andrey
San Francisco, California 94103
Fr. Christian Anyanwu
Menlo Park, California 94025
Fr. Erick Arauz
Olema, California 94950
Fr. John Burk Ardis Ardis, CSP
San Francisco, California 94108
Fr. Jorge Arias Salazar
San Mateo, California 94402
Fr. Paul Arnoult
San Francisco, California 94116
Fr. O. Alejandro Baez
San Francisco, California 94117
Fr. Eugeniusz Bolda, SCh
San Francisco, California 94102
Fr. Gregory Bonfiglio, SJ
San Francisco, California 94118
Fr. Bill Brady
San Francisco, California 94112
Fr. Michael Brillantes
San Bruno, California 94066
Fr. William Brown
Ross, California 94957
Fr. Tho Bui
San Francisco, California 94133
Fr. Sebastine Bula
San Francisco, California 94116
Fr. Daniel Carter
San Francisco, California 94124
Fr. Nicholas Case
Burlingame, 94010
Fr. Arsenio Cirera
San Mateo, California 94402
Fr. Ed Coleman
San Francisco, California 94118
Abp. Salvatore Cordileone
SAN FRANCISCO, California 94109
SAN FRANCISCO, California 94109
Fr. Margarito (Jose) Corral
Half Moon Bay, California 94019
Fr. Brendan Cudden, OP
Menlo Park, California 94025
Fr. Agnel De Heredia
San Francisco, California 94112
Fr. John De La Riva, OFMCap
San Francisco, California 94133
Fr. Rolando De la Rosa
South San Francisco, California 94080
Fr. Paul Devot
San Francisco, California 94118
Fr. Mark Doherty
Menlo Park, California 94025-3563
Fr. Patrick Driscoll
South San Francisco, California 94080
Fr. Eduardo Dura
South San Francisco, California 94080
Fr. Bonifacio Espeleta
San Bruno, California 94066
Fr. Michael Evernden
San Francisco, California 94108
Fr. Cameron Faller
San Francisco, California 94109
San Francisco, California 94109
Fr. Kyle Faller
San Rafael, California 94901
Fr. Mario Farana
San Francisco, California 94131
Fr. Marvin Felipe
San Francisco, California 94132
Fr. Jerome Foley
Pacifica, California 94044
Fr. Francis Garbo
San Francisco, California 94114
Fr. Elpidio Geneta, JCL
Daly City, California 94015
Fr. Rufina Gepiga
Belmont, California 94002
Dcn. Michael Ghiorso
SAN FRANCISCO, California 94109
SAN FRANCISCO, California 94109
Fr. David Ghiorso
San Carlos, California 94070
Redwood City, California 94062
Fr. Andrew Ginter
SAN FRANCISCO, California 94109
San Francisco, California 94109
Fr. Joseph Glynn, CSSp
Millbrae, California 94030
Fr. Juan Gonzalez, SM
San Francisco, California 94108
Fr. Youngsaeng Goo
San Francisco, California 94112
Fr. Lawrence Goode
East Palo Alto, California 94303
Fr. Michael Greenwell, O.Carm
San Francisco, California 94107
Fr. Roger Gustafson
Tiburon, California 94920
Fr. Armando Gutierrez
San Francisco, California 94110
Fr. Brendan Hally
Millbrae, California 94030
Fr. Thomas Hamilton
San Francisco, California 94116
Fr. Michael Healy
San Francisco, California 94123-4625
Fr. Gregory Heidenblut, OSA
SAN FRANCISCO, California 94109
SAN FRANCISCO, California 94109
Fr. Thuan Hoang, JCL
SAN FRANCISCO, California 94109
San Francisco, California 94109
San Francisco, California 94134
Fr. Stephen Howell
San Francisco, California 94109
San Francisco, California 94109
Fr. Michael Hurley, OP
San Francisco, California 94115
Fr. Andrew Ibegbulem
San Francisco, California 94124
Fr. Stephen Idoko
San Francisco, California 94123-4625