Winter / Spring 2017 Adult Education courses open for registration.
The Winter/Spring 2017 session of the St. Francis Adult Education program gets underway the beginning of February and will continue throughout the early spring.
Brochures are available in the church, and you can also register online now at stfrancisnyc.org/courses.
CLICK HERE FOR A PDF OF THIS FALL’S COURSE OFFERINGS.
Spring Adult Education Classes Correction
The Spring Adult Education brochures are now available.
Please note a correction for the course We and the Ways of Two Mystics: Thomas Merton and Julian of Norwich.
The instructor is Jerry Zeller, M.A., and the class will meet on:
Tuesdays, March 14 – April 18, 2017
from 6:00 to 8:00 PM in classroom 4.
The fee is $40.00.
The information provided in the brochure is incorrect, and we apologize for any confusion.
The Pastor’s Corner
In today’s Gospel we hear: “Jesus said to his disciples: you have heard that it has been said ‘An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.’ But I say to you…” He gives a number of sayings that were familiar to the people of his time –ways of dealing with certain situations, but then adds something new to each one. Jesus’ teaching stretches those who hear him to a new way of acting, a new way of thinking. This is where we read that Jesus tells us to “Love our enemies.” While these sayings of Jesus shocked those who heard him at his time, they challenge us to a new way of thinking and acting in our contemporary world. He has a different, a new way of dealing with tough situations. Do you find this Gospel challenging? Do you scratch your head and say, “I don’t know if this is what I want to door if I am capable of doing it.”
Next Sunday we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Korean Community’s presence at St. Francis Church. During these years they have grown tremendously and it is a blessing for us to have them here at St. Francis. Every year many adult Koreans are baptized at the Easter Vigil; they have many educational programs; a number of groups of the Legion of Mary; inspiring concerts; a young adult community and much more. Congratulations and may God Bless Fr. Michael, Sr. Hasang, your community leaders, and all your volunteers for all the good work that you do!
A special congratulations to the Dwelling Place that is celebrating its 40th Anniversary. The Franciscan Sisters of Allegany began this ministry to women 40 years ago. Since then they have provided shelter for women who are trying to get themselves “back on their feet” and live independently, have a job, and be responsible for their day to day lives. Through counseling and education, they help the women acquire the skills needed to accomplish their goal of responsible living. Sisters from other communities are involved with the day to day running of the facility. Congratulations!
-Fr. Andrew Reitz, O.F.M.
Mass of the Anointing of the Sick
Saturday, February 11, 2017 at 11:00 AM
The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick brings the presence and healing power of Christ to those who are ill. We invite all who are sick and those who would like to pray for them to come to this celebration of the sacrament.
Is anyone among you sick? They should summon the elders of the church, and they should pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord, and the prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise them up. If they have committed any sins, they will be forgiven. Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed.
(James 5:14-16)
Game Night! February 14th! Valentine’s Day
Join us 6:00 – 9:00 PM in San Damiano Hall
RSVP preferred, not required to: youngadults@stfrancisnyc.org
All parishioners and friends are welcome to join the young adult ministry for a casual evening of socializing and game play.
What to bring:
A favorite board game if you have one and a beverage or snack to share.
Feel free to bring your dinner with you when you come
The Pastor’s Corner: Statement of the Church of St. Francis of Assisi
Statement of the Church of St. Francis of Assisi, New York City
The mission statement of the Church of St.Francis of Assisi reads:
“We witness to our faith by ministering to everyone,
especially those who are poor, alienated or oppressed.”
We, the Friars and Staff of St. Francis Church, stand firm in fulfilling this mission especially for immigrants at this time of confusion and tension. Our mission comes from the Gospel of Jesus Christ, our Franciscan heritage and in union with the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops who “believe in assisting all those who are vulnerable and fleeing persecution, regardless of their religion…welcoming newcomers and refugees is an act of love and hope.”
We have felt the anguish and pain of so many people. We stand in solidarity with them in our attempt to offer hope and whatever assistance we can offer. Our whole community stands ready to fulfill this mission, and our Migrant Center offers ongoing support to those who are in need of assistance with migrant issues. If there is anyone in need of assistance or has concerns about immigration matters, please contact our Migrant Center at the Church at 212-736-8500.
-Fr. Andrew Reitz, O.F.M.
Stewardship: Caring for God’s Creation-Laudato si: Chapter 6: Ecological Education and Spirituality
“The divine persons are subsistent relations, and the world, created according to the divine model, is a web of relationships. Creatures tend toward God, and in turn,it is proper to every living being to tend towards other things, so that throughout the universe we can find any number of constant and secretly interwoven relationships. This leads us to marvel at the manifold connections existing among creatures, but also to discover a key to our own fulfillment. The human person grows more, matures more and is sanctified more to the extent that he or she enters into relationships, going out from themselves to live in communion with God, with others and with all creatures. In this way, they make their own that Trinitarian dynamism which God imprinted in them when they were created. Everything is interconnected, and this invites us to develop a spirituality of that global solidarity which flows from the mystery of the Trinity.”
The Cardinal’s Annual Appeal 2017
Goal for St. Francis Church (#068): $98,500
Donations (as of Feb. 3, 2017): $750
Number of Donors: 4
Average Donation: $187.50
Your gift to the Appeal will move us closer to our goal. Last year you gave $66,500.
Now is the time to make a pledge or give adonation. The Cardinal’s Appeal 1011 1st Avenue New York, NY 10022
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