Flowers were donated in honor of St. Francis of Assisi
THE FLOWERS THAT ADORN OUR SANCTUARY IN HONOR OF ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI HAVE BEEN DONATED IN MEMORY AND FOR THE SPECIAL INTENTIONS OF THE FOLLOWING:
(Intentions are listed in alphabetical order, recorded as we received them)
St. Francis please pray for my wife and son and also, if possible, bless our pet cat.
In memory of Helen Arceo (deceased)
For the special intentions of Julie Black
In memory of Lydia Caparros – grandmother sister mother deceased
In memory of Brian Carter
Cherichella family – Special intention
Tanghal family – Special intention
For the special intentions of Mazda Figaro
In memory of Mary Jane Howell (deceased)
In memory of Jane R. and Charles Janiak (deceased)
In thanks for the online masses during the pandemic.
For Glezie Legaspi – special intention
In memory of deceased members of the McConnon Family.
For the special Iintentions for Olivia, JP, Rose. Joseph, Marla, Jack, Robert, Sally, Meghan, Mary, Bea, Bob , Joe, Marla, Rita, Patricks, Bethie
For the special intentions of Monika Mitchell
For the deceased members of the Nagapen family
For Rebecca Newton – special intentions
In memory of the Deceased parents JOSE & LILIA PUGLLA GUTIERREZ
In memory of: Frances M. & Stephen J. Rosty from The Rosty Family
For the special intention of Miriam A. Garcia Ruiz
For Tricia Rumola – Special Intention
In memory of Henry & Barbara Sonntag
Thank You
Adult Education Fall 2022 classes are starting! Register now
The Church of St. Francis of Assisi has long dedicated itself to ongoing faith formation of Adults through our Adult Education ministry. Our Fall 2022 courses are now listed online and open for registration at: www.stfrancisnyc.org/courses/.
Subjects range from theology, biblical studies, and liturgy to literature and poetry.
For the first time, we are also offering a theology class in Spanish: Que Pass en La Misa. We welcome Mr. Oscar Cruz, M.A., Director of the Catechumenate (RCIA) for the Archdiocese of New York who will be teaching this course.
While we try to keep our registration fees low (generally about $10 per hour of instruction) we also understand that for some this can be a burden. We do not want anyone who wants to attend a class to be prohibited by economic hardship. Please contact Joseph Nuzzi, Director of Adult Education and Evangelization for information on scholarships: jnuzzi@stfrancisnyc.org or 212-736-8500 x365.
Celebrate St. Francis! Francis Week 2022
Join us for a week of prayer, special events, and celebrations as we remember and honor our patron saint, St. Francis of Assisi!
The Blessing of Animals
October 1 – 1:00 PM
Main Church
St. Francis and the San Damiano Cross: How Does God Speak?
Please join us as we take a closer look at the crucifix that “spoke†to a young Francis of Assisi in the ruins of the Church of San Damiano in Assisi. What did Francis see in that crucifix? What did the figure of the crucified Christ “say†to Francis? How did Francis’s experience of praying before that cross shape his way of being in the world? We will have a presentation, and also opportunities for table discussion. Presenter will be Fr. Steve Patti, OFM. All are welcome!
October 1 – 2:30 PM
San Damiano Hall
FrancisFest! – An Octoberfest celebration for the Parish
Join us for a new rooftop Octoberfest celebration for the feast of our patron saint. Â The event is open to all parishioners and friends. Stay tuned for more details.
October 2 – 1:30 PM
Rooftop terrace of the Francis House (San Damiano Hall in case of inclement weather)
Click HERE for details and tickets.
The Transitus
October 3 – 7:00 PM
Main Church
and on livestream. You can watch here: St Francis Live – Saint Francis of Assisi (stfrancisnyc.org)
Festive Mass for the Feast of St. Francis
October 4 – 5:30 PM
Main Church
and on livestream. You can watch here: St Francis Live – Saint Francis of Assisi (stfrancisnyc.org)
Flowers for the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi
As we celebrate St. Francis on October 4th, the church will be decorated with magnificent flowers. All of his teaching, preaching, healing and seeking what was lost gave glory to God. He used his gifts well. Let us fill the church with the beauty of God’s creation in honor of a saint who loved nature so much.
You are invited to donate flowers in memory of a loved one or for a special intention.
Francis Fest 2022
You are invited to Francis Fest 2022 an Octoberfest celebration on the rooftop hosted by CONVERGE @St.Francis – a new ministry supporting life, faith and community at the Church of St. Francis of Assisi.
Join us on the rooftop of the Francis House for Beers and Brats and Pretzels and good times with parishioners and friends of St. Francis of Assisi.
Lederhosen and Dirndls encouraged!
Sunday, October 2
1:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Tickets: $20.00
Please Note: this event requires guests to climb one or more flights of stairs to arrive at the rooftop. Rain location: San Damiano Hall
St. Francis and the San Damiano Cross: How Does God Speak?
St. Francis and the San Damiano Cross: How Does God Speak?
Please join us as we take a closer look at the crucifix that “spoke” to a young Francis of Assisi in the ruins of the Church of San Damiano in Assisi. What did Francis see in that crucifix? What did the figure of the crucified Christ “say” to Francis? How did Francis’s experience of praying before that cross shape his way of being in the world? We will have a presentation, and also opportunities for table discussion.
Presenterd by Fr. Steve Patti, OFM.
October 1 – 2:30 PM
San Damiano Hall
All are welcome!
Blessing of Animals 2022
Do you love your pet?
Well, God does too!
St. Francis of Assisi is the patron saint of animals and it’s part of our Franciscan tradition to bless our furry friends on or near Francis’ feast day.
So bring your cat or dog, fish or frog, or any friend you have to get blessed.
Saturday, October 1, at 1:00 PM
Please gather with your pet near the entrance of the church on W. 31st Street and join us for a procession into the church for the blessing.
Introducing CONVERGE @St.Francis
- Converge @St.Francis is a new ministry dedicated to strengthening Spiritual & Community Life at the Church of St. Francis of Assisi.
Who does CONVERGE @St.Francis serve ?
-  Converge is open to everyone in the parish community and friends – young and old, gay and straight, people from all walks of life.
What is the goal of CONVERGE @St.Francis ?
- The goal of Converge is to strengthen the bonds of community among existing members of our parish and to welcome new people into the life of our community through spiritual, educational, and social events.
The Church of St. Francis of Assisi has been called the “heart of New York City†and our new ministry hopes to join the other thriving ministries at St. Francis in making sure that this heart continues to beat – offering life and love in our great city.
To stay informed of CONVERGE @St.Francis events sign up HERE.
For more information about the ministry team please email:Â converge@stfrancisnyc.org
Celebrate the Feast of St. Lorenzo Ruiz
The Ugnayan Filipino Ministry at the Church of St. Francis of Assisi invites everyone to celebrate the feast of St. Lorenzo Ruiz.
Wednesday, September 28th at 6:15 PM in the Lower Church
Presider: Fr. Tom Gallagher, OFM
ALL ARE WELCOME!
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