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.

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

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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.  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)

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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.

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?

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!

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.

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!

Join us for our Fall kick-off weekend on September 17th and 18th.  We invite you to welcome the new season this weekend by:

• inviting a friend or relative to Mass 
• enjoy hospitality and mingle with fellow parishioners and visitors after all of the weekend Masses
• explore our beautiful, newly renovated lower church
• learn about our Fall schedule of events, celebrations and classes

Make plans to join us.  We look forward to seeing you!

Fordham University’s Community ESL program and the Church of St. Francis of Assisi are collaborating to offer free ESL and computer classes.

REGISTRATION OPEN NOW!

LOCATION: CHURCH OF ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI
ADDRESS: 135 W. 31ST STREET, NEW YORK, NY, 10001

ESL CLASSES:

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REGISTRATION DATES: AUGUST 22 & 31
TIMES: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

ESL CLASSES START SEPTEMBER 12
MONDAYS AND THURSDAYS
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Presentation: Clare of Assisi, Woman for All Ages

Sr. Marie Puleo, MFIC will offer a talk inviting us to take another look at Clare of Assisi, a powerful medieval saint in her own right and not just a companion of Francis.

Saturday, August 6, 2022 at 2:00 PM
San Damiano Hall

Join us to celebrate St. Clare of Assisi

Presentation: Clare of Assisi, Woman for All Ages

Sr. Marie Puleo, MFIC will offer a talk inviting us to take another look at Clare of Assisi, a powerful medieval saint in her own right and not just a companion of Francis.

Saturday, August 6, 2022 at 2:00 PM
San Damiano Hall

Feastday Masses:

Thursday, August 11 at 7: 30 AM, 12:00 PM and 5:30 PM
in the Upper Church, the 12 PM Mass will also be available on livestream