On February 11 and 12 at all the Masses, we will new honoring those who are celebrating the following anniversaries in 2012.  Newlyweds celebrating their first year of marriage, as well as those who will be celebrating 10, 20, 25, 30, 40, 50, 60, or 70 years.  If you will be celebrating one of these anniversaries in 2012, please complete the form below and return it to the rectory or call the … [Read more...]

In December, a group met to discuss starting a junior high youth group for grades 6-8 at St. Francis.  We will be meeting again on January 11 at 6:30 p.m. in the library annex of the school to discuss a starting date and activities.  Interested adults and high school students are welcome to join us. … [Read more...]

"The Road to Emmaus"We have an exciting Parish Mission planned for this year.  Deacon Glenn Harmon will be coming here from California for the Mission that will run from Sunday, January 29 thru Wednesday, February 1, 2012.  Unfortunately, his wife Linda is unable to be with him.  Deacon Glenn has given over 400 Parish Missions, and promises to stir us deeply.  The title of the Mission is … [Read more...]

Hello, Young Adults!Once you are about 18 years old or older, it is time to register on your own as a member of St. Francis Parish.  This happens when you have either graduated from school, or have a job, or are out on your own.  We encounter this many times when dealing with couples who are engaged to be married and still haven't established their own membership in the parish.  It will … [Read more...]

The current Picnic Committee is looking for additional help to plan and organize the 2012 Parish Picnic.  The committee meets once a month and then more often as the picnic nears.  Our first meeting is scheduled for January 10 at 6:00 p.m. in the Tuesday Club Room.  Feel free to join us or contact Jayne Pieper with any questions, 440-6908. … [Read more...]

The Church has changed and you may not know it!  Has it been a while since you've been to Church?  Are you mad at the Church or God?  Please give us--and yourself--another chance.  Join us for informal sessions for non-practicing Catholics.  We would like to know your feelings and try to address your questions.The meetings will be held at 7:00 p.m. in the Brother Martin Room on six Monday … [Read more...]

Wednesday, Dec. 7 at 5:15 p.m.Thursday, Dec. 8 at 6:30 a.m., 8:35 a.m., and 5:15 p.m. … [Read more...]

All men are welcome to our next Holy Name Society meeting on Tuesday, November 29 at 7:00 p.m. in the school kitchen.  Refreshments and dinner will be served.  Call Dennis Holbrook with any questions at 224-3898. … [Read more...]

Have you been greeted at church before Mass by a smiling face lately?  If you have, then you have been touched by our Hospitality Ministry.  This Ministry began the first week of October, and has had very positive feedback from parishioners and guests who have been attending our church.Being a greeter requires very little time, you arrive 15 - 20 minutes before Mass, pick up your greeters' … [Read more...]

There will be baskets placed at the back of church for you to comment on your wishes regarding what YOU would like to see in a parish hall.  Examples:Meeting Rooms PSR Classrooms Food Pantry Quilter's Room Etc.Please make your suggestions within the next couple of weeks.  Thank you! … [Read more...]