ABOUT US
Hospital Chaplaincy is essential in providing spiritual and pastoral care to individuals facing illness and
suffering. The unique challenges and emotional distress experienced by patients in hospital
settings highlight the need for compassionate and supportive pastoral and spiritual care.
It is important to emphasize that this form of ministry extends beyond ordained clergy, such as priests, deacons,
and religious men and women, as it welcomes the involvement of Catholic devotees who possess a deep sense of empathy
and a genuine desire to provide comfort and companionship to their fellow brothers and sisters in Christ. Through hospital ministry, individuals can offer prayers, emotional support, and active presence to those navigating the difficulties of illness and suffering.
In South San Mateo County of the Archdiocese of San Francisco, we established a robust pastoral ministry to provide unwavering support for our sick community members in the hospital. Our dedicated volunteers, including Pastoral Care Ministers/ Eucharistic Ministers and Prayer Warriors, work together seamlessly. Their unwavering dedication inspires all.
Their commitment to providing Holy Communion and offering fervent prayers is genuinely inspiring.
Furthermore, our Prayer Warriors, a group of dedicated individuals committed to the spiritual well-being
of our community, commit to praying for the healing of individual patients for nine consecutive days.
They incorporate specific saints' intercessions related to the patient's health challenges,
believing in the power of collective prayer and the intercession of saints in healing.
In addition, we gather together in a Healing Mass every third Friday of the month at 6 pm, serving as the cornerstone
of our prayers and sacraments. Our Catholic community actively participates in this healing mass, experiencing the profound love,
compassion, mercy, and healing of Jesus Christ through the powerful presence of the Holy Spirit.
This collective prayer, a testament to our unity and strength, is an indispensable
and a powerful tool in our ministry, uniting us all in our shared mission.
I sincerely hope this website will serve as a comforting channel for our sick brothers and sisters to request prayers
and petitions for the healing of our Lord Jesus Christ. Remember, God is faithful to his promise to us, as He said,
"Behold, I will bring to it health and healing, and I will heal them and reveal to them an abundance of prosperity and security." (Jeremiah 33:6)
Please join me in supporting the Catholic Church's advocacy for mercy and healing.
In our little way, we can be partakers in Jesus' Divine Plan, united in our shared mission
as we all embrace our calling to care and love for our brothers and sisters in dire spiritual desolation.
May Almighty God continue to bless, protect, and heal us all.
Pax Christi,
Fr. Ernie Jandonero, BCC
Catholic Priest Hospital Chaplain
Kaiser Permanente Hospital and Sequoia Hospital
Redwood City, California
Healing Through Prayers and Sacred Scripture
Liturgy of the Hours
Liturgy of the Hours
Liturgy of the Hours
Through prayers we grow, Through Prayers we are made strong. Through Prayers we are united. Through Prayers, we become holy and true humble servants of God. Thus, developing a habit of praying the Liturgy of the Hours will help us grow in our spiritual life. Please click the picture to visit the iBreviary website.
Daily Readings
Liturgy of the Hours
Liturgy of the Hours
The Word of God is the source of our inspiration, hope, and strength. Developing a daily devotion to reading and meditating on the Word of God helps us navigate our Catholicity toward the utmost spiritual perfection. Please click the picture to be taken to the USCCB website for Daily Readings.
Healing Prayers
My Vision..
St. Peregrine Laziosi Shrine and Spiritual Renewal Center
Your support will enable me to execute my vision and build this Spiritual Renewal Center for Hospice Cancer patients.
Please send me a message for more details about this vision and how you can help to make this vision a reality.
Peace.
Fr. Ernie J.
St. Peregrine Laziosi Statue Installation(Phase 1)
Peace be with you.
I am reaching out with a project close to my heart—the Shrine of St. Peregrine Laziosi and Renewal Center, dedicated to the patron saint of those facing cancer and serious illnesses.
St. Peregrine’s faith and healing inspire many. The St. Peregrine statue at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Redwood City, California, and, ultimately, the Shrine and Renewal Center, will offer a symbol of hope and unity in faith.
To bring this vision to life, we humbly ask for your support through a financial contribution or by spreading the word to those who may wish to help. No contribution is too small, and every act of kindness helps us move closer to realizing this sacred project. To donate or learn more, please visit SFHealingandprayer.org or contact me at Frerniej@SFhealingandprayer.org.
St Peregrine Laziosi’s statue is finally installed in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. Now, we have a place of solace and refuge for all those needing St. Peregrine Laziosi’s intercession. We will continue to pray for the ultimate sacred space, St. Peregrine Laziosi Shrine and Renewal Center, to come into fruition.
Thank you for your steadfast support and generosity. May our good Lord Jesus Christ bless you and your loved ones abundantly with health, peace, and renewed hope. Together, let us make this sacred vision a reality.
Sincerely,
Fr. Ernie Jandonero, BCC
Catholic Priest Chaplain
St. Peregrine Laziosi Spiritual Renewal Center(Phase 2)
Renewal Center Mission
St. Peregrine Laziosi Shrine and Renewal Center will open a door to our hospice cancer patients to find solace and refuge amidst their struggle with cancer. This is the place where they can renew and strengthen their faith in God and ask for emotional and spiritual healing. We will accompany them on their spiritual journey to renew and solidify their bond with God through prayer and sacraments. We will follow an intensive nine-day spiritual renewal program tailored for each hospice patient and family.
The St. Peregrine Laziosi Chapel
St. Peregrine Chapel is the focal point of the Renewal Center. This chapel is visible from all 12 rooms, so our patient staying in those rooms will be able to see the blessed Sacrament and spend time in adoration in the comfort of their rooms. Moreover, they can attend mass in their room, as they have a clear view of the chapel.
Shrine Schematic Plan
Shrine Schematic Plan
The St. Peregrine Renewal Center will have a grand entrance that leads to the St. Peregrine Chapel, the center's focal point. There will be 12 rooms for cancer hospice patients, which are dedicated to each of the 12 apostles. All rooms will have a clear view of the chapel. Moreover, a water element that surrounds the chapel adds serenity to the place.
2027 Italy Pilgrimage
Tour Features
- Round-trip airfare from San Francisco
- $530 government taxes & airline surcharges
- Accommodations in first class/select hotels based on 2 persons sharing in twin-bedded rooms with private bath
- Most meals
- Services of a professional English-speaking tour director
- Comprehensive sightseeing throughout
- All admission fees and hotel service charges
- Transfers to/from airports by private motor- coach including meeting/assistance
- DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY
Day to Day Itinerary
SAN FRANCISCO/ACROSS THE ATLANTIC
MON, JAN 25
Depart San Francisco today on board your overnight transatlantic jet flight to Rome, arriving the following day. Enroute enjoy dinner and on-board activities.
ARRIVE ROME/FLORENCE
TUE, JAN 26
Your pilgrimage begins as you arrive in the Eternal City of Rome where you will be met and escorted to your waiting motor coach. Drive along the Autostrada del Sole
speedway across the Roman countryside to Florence, the cradle of Renaissance Art and former stronghold of the infamous Medici family. From Botticelli to Da Vinci, the
city is unsurpassed in art treasures and the glory of its history. Proceed to your hotel for overnight. (D)
FLORENCE
WED, JAN 27
Highlights of this morning’s tour include the Piazza della Signoria, where the Neptune Fountain stands, the Church of Santa Croce, the Baptistry with its "Gates of Paradise" doors, and Giotto's Bell Tower. To top it all, visit the Academia which houses Michelangelo's original statue of
David. On to Piazzale Michelangelo for a panoramic view of the city and the Arno Valley. The afternoon is free in Florence to shop along the famous Ponte Vecchio and
explore other Florentine delights. (B)
FLORENCE/ASSISI
THU, JAN 28
Today’s drive takes you through the serene Tuscan countryside and the mystical province of Umbria to Assisi, the famous city of St. Francis. Born in 1182 as Giovanni di Bernardone, the legacy of St. Francis influenced religion and culture of the world. Your afternoon walking tour includes the Basilica of St. Francis, still surrounded today by ancient walls, the Church of St.
Clare and Santa Maria degli Angeli with its ‘thornless rose bush’. (B,D) Assisi Panaromic
ASSISI/LANCIANO/SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO
FRI, JAN 29
Drive this morning along the Adriatic Sea to Lanciano, a well-preserved medieval town in the Abruzzo region and home to the 8th century Eucharistic Miracle. Afterwards, continue to the province of Puglia and San Giovanni Rotondo, home and burial place of Padre Pio.
Born in 1887 as Francesco Forgione, Padre Pio was canonized in 2002 by Pope John Paul II and was most famous for the gift of the stigmata which he received in 1918 while praying before a crucifix. See the Shrine of Padre Pio including the church of Santa Maria della
Grazia housing the tomb of Padre Pio, his cell, the confessional where he spent many hours, and the crucifix from which he received the stigmata. Overnight in San Giovanni Rotondo. (B,D)
SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO/MONTE SANT’ANGELO/SORRENTO AREA
SAT, JAN 30
Today’s journey takes you to Monte Sant’Angelo to see the Sanctuary of St. Michael the Archangel. St. Michael is said to have appeared in 490, 492 and 1656 and consecrated the shrine himself. Afterwards, depart for the town of Sorrento. Perched along a hillside,
Sorrento has sweeping views of the Bay of Naples and the famed Mount Vesuvius and is regarded as one of the most scenic towns in Italy. Overnight in the Sorrento area. (B,D)
SORRENTO AREA/AMALFI COASTLINE/ SORRENTO AREA
SUN, JAN 31
Today’s scenery is breathtaking as you travel along the magnificent Amalfi coastline. Sheer cliffs and hillsides, olive, lemon and orange trees and spectacular views of the Mediterranean make this one of Italy’s greatest treasures. On to Sorrento where you may see a wood carving display (Intarsia). Free time to stroll about or shop for fine linens and ceramics before returning to
your hotel. (B,D)
SORRENTO AREA/POMPEII/MONTE CASSINO/ROME
MON, FEB 1
Depart this morning for Pompeii, a city destroyed by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in the year 79 A.D. Visit the excavations where the life of 20 centuries ago comes alive with its incredibly preserved temples, baths, theaters and many dwellings. Continue north along the Autostrada del Sole speedway to the Benedictine Abbey of Monte Cassino, founded in AD
529 by Benedict of Nursia. Set high upon a hill overlooking the town of Cassino, the Monastery was rebuilt after heavy bombardment in World War II. On to the Eternal City of Rome. Located in the center of the Region of Lazio, Rome is a reflection of every era. The wonders of Rome surround you...a world of art, history and culture that has been attracting visitors
since the beginning of Western civilization. (B)
ROME
TUE, FEB 2
Your sightseeing tour this morning takes you to Vatican City including visits to the Vatican Museum and Gallery and the Sistine Chapel with Michelangelo’s magnificent frescoes. End your morning tour at the Basilica of St. Peter. This afternoon tour the remnants of "Ancient"
Rome. See the legendary Trevi Fountain and the mighty Colosseum where Christians were once thrown to the lions. (B)
ROME – PAPAL AUDIENCE
WED, FEB 3
This morning, attend an Audience with Our Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV. In the afternoon tour the
Basilicas of St. Mary Major, St. John Lateran and St. Paul's outside the Walls. Visit the Catacombs, an early Christian burial place, before returning to your hotel. (B,D)
ROME/SAN FRANCISCO
THU, FEB 4
All too soon your pilgrimage is over as you return to the Rome airport and board your flight back to San Francisco, arriving the same day. (B)
(B) ~ Breakfast (D) ~ Dinner