Let’s Pray Our Hope on the Brooklyn Bridge!
In his 2015 encyclical Laudato Si, Pope Francis calls on all people to “care for our common home,” reminding us that “the poor and the earth are crying out.”
There is an urgent need to promote a clean energy economy that would benefit all of us and protect the environment of our shared planet. People from diverse faith groups will come together with a common concern for the impact of climate change on us, on certain sectors of the economy, and on the poor and future generations
Sunday, January 22, from 5:00 to 5:20 PM
at the center section of the Brooklyn Bridge
for a short, peaceful candlelight vigil to express our intention to work for a clean energy economy that benefits all and addresses inequality and injustice and in recognition that the protection of the earth is our sacred responsibility.
We invite you to join us in collective strength and prayer as we prepare to face the challenges ahead.
If you can, bring a battery-operated candle or tealight. .
We will pray with our lights of hope.
Sponsored by GreenFaith and endorsed by the Franciscan Action Network and the Metro NY Global Catholic Climate Movement.
Stewardship: Caring for God’s Creation Laudato si: Chapter 6: Ecological Education and Spirituality
“It is in the Eucharist that all that has been created finds its greatest exaltation. Grace, which tends to manifest itself tangibly, found unsurpassable expression when God became man and gave himself as food for his creatures. The Lord, in the culmination of the mystery of the Incarnation, chose to reach our intimate depths through a fragment of matter. He comes not from above, but from within, he comes that we might find him in this world of ours.
In the Eucharist, fullness is already achieved; it is the living center of the universe, the overflowing core of love and of inexhaustible life. Joined to the incarnate Son, present in the Eucharist, the whole cosmos gives thanks to God. Indeed the Eucharist is itself an act of cosmic love: ‘Yes, cosmic! Because even when it is celebrated on the humble altar of a country church, the Eucharist is always in some way celebrated on the altar of the world.’”
Did you know you can TEXT your donation to St. Francis?
We know that today many people don’t carry too much cash. Many of us pay for our coffee or our cab with our cell phone! The is the electronic world we live in.
Now you can TEXT your donation to St. Francis.
It’s easy, quick, secure and uses your credit or debit card.
Here’s how:
1) Type this number into your text app: 917-983-3911
2) Type the amount of your donation in the text field.
3) Hit “SEND”
4) You will receive a text confirming your donation
It’s that easy!
The first time you use the system, it will ask you to enter your credit card information. But after the first time, you will be in the system and you can simply type the amount and save the number.
You can even add this phone number as a contact as “St. Francis Donation Number” so you will have it saved on your phone.
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Hope in a Time of Anxiety: A meaningful night of conversation and prayer
Hope in a Time of Anxiety, a prayerful encounter of one other’s experiences, voices, anxieties, hopes and dreams, took place in San Damiano Hall on Monday, January 16, the holiday honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Provincial Minister Fr. Kevin Mullen, O.F.M., began the evening by framing the event on the three essential reasons why the Catholic Church engages with the social order: respect for human dignity, the defense and protection of human rights, and the responsibility to make human activity meaningful.
With ample time and well-designed group instructions provided by Joseph Nuzzi, participants engaged with each other by listening to the concerns and hopes of their table mates as well as sharing their own anxieties and sources of hope as they confront the difficulties that have arisen in our country during the past eighteen months.
At the end of the discussion period, Fr. Kevin responded to questions posed by the participants. A prayer service concluded the evening during which readings were proclaimed from the prophet Micah and St. Paul. Fr. Tim Shreenan, O.F.M. read an excerpt from Pope Francis’ address to the United States Congress. Prayers were offered for those in government, for those who serve, and for the citizens of our nations, especially the poor and disenfranchised.
Meredith Augustin led the assembly in song, and Fr. Andrew Reitz,O.F.M. gave the final blessing to conclude the evening.
Thank you to everyone who participated.
Rekindle the Gift that is Within You: Consider becoming a Liturgical Minister
Have you ever consider being a Liturgical Minister and serve St. Francis as a Lector, Eucharistic Minister, Minister of Hospitality or Altar Server?
We will be holding a training sessions on two consecutive Wednesdays:
January 25 and February 1,
from 6:00 to 7:30 PM.
If you are interested please email Edward Trochimczuk at [email protected].
Highlighted book: Prayers for an Anxious Heart
The books, Prayers for Difficult Times and Devotions for Difficult Times have a companion in Prayers for an Anxious Heart.
This book has something written for 186 days to help the person who is anxious or worried. Each day has a theme, a short passage from Sacred Scripture (both the Old and New Testaments) and then a meditative prayer for the remainder of the page.
Such topics as: When I Feel Overwhelmed, a Peaceful Heart, Give Me Sure Footsteps, Help My Unbelief, Keep Calm and Do Nothing are a sampling of the topics that are treated daily. It is a good companion to have when times are challenging and even when things are going well. It is available in the Lobby of the Parish House.
The Pastor’s Corner
Happy New Year to Our Korean Brothers and Sisters!
We hear the calling of the first apostles in today’s Gospel. What strikes me is the response that came from them. Peter and Andrew’s response was “at once they left their nets and followed Him.” When Jesus called James and John, the response was “immediately they left their boat and their father…” There is much to be done and Jesus needs others to help Him accomplish this. What made them follow Jesus “at once” and “immediately”? John the Baptist had told them about the coming of the Messiah and recognizes Jesus as the Messiah. Now, there is an urgency to get the message out: “the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” There is an urgency today to have the message get out there and penetrate society. The message of Jesus is an ongoing call – even for those who have already accepted it.
We realize that many people do not carry cash with them or not much cash. As a result, our Stewardship Committee has discussed other ways that people may give to St. Francis. We have had Online Giving for a while and the One Hour Program. For those who do not participate this way, we now have a way that you can TEXT your donation to St. Francis. The number is 917-983-3911. If you have any problems, email Joe Nuzzi at [email protected]. This should make it easy for you to do your share in supporting our church. We are grateful for your doing this.
Yes, there is a Pilgrimage from the church this year. Check the ad elsewhere in the bulletin for November’s 100th Year Anniversary Pilgrimage to Fatima, Lourdes, Santiago de Compostela, Madrid, Salamanca and more. The cost is $2,749 which includes roundtrip airfare, bus transportation, tour guide, most meals, hotels, sightseeing and $100,000 flight insurance. To reserve a spot, a copy of your passport and check for $400 are needed. For a brochure online, email [email protected].
-Fr. Andrew Reitz, O.F.M.
Hope in a Time of Anxiety
As our nation pauses to remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, January 16th, the Church of St. Francis of Assisi is hosting a facilitated discussion and listening session to give everyone an opportunity to express their concerns during this time of presidential transition.
This will be an opportunity to share our anxieties, listen to one another and be guided by the wisdom of the Catholic and Franciscan traditions as our nation moves to inaugurate a new administration. We will conclude the event with a brief prayer service for our nation.
The evening will be facilitated by Fr. Kevin Mullen, O.F.M., Provincial Minister of Holy Name Province.
Join us on:
Monday, January 16, 2017
from 6:30 to 8:00 PM
in San Damiano Hall,
129 West 31st Street, New York City.
This is a free event
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