All Soul’s Day Mass of Remembrance
St. Francis of Assisi is a church community of people from all over the world. Whether we come from other countries or other parts of the United States, many of us are in New York far from family and friends. Often we face the reality of grieving for lost loved ones from afar.
On Thursday, November 2nd
at a special 7:00 PM Mass
we will gather to remember and celebrate the lives of our loved ones who have gone before us to live in the light of the Lord. You, your family and friends are invited to join us either live or virtually for our annual Mass of Remembrance for those who have died.
We invite you to submit the names of those you would like remembered at this Mass using the form below. All names will be placed in the sanctuary. We also invite everyone who attends to bring or submit a photo or memento of someone you have lost which will be placed in the sanctuary during the Mass.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord
and let perpetual light shine upon them.
May the souls of the faithful departed,
through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Amen
Genesis, Exodus, and Egypt: An Overview
Genesis, Exodus, and Egypt: An Overview
This course will focus on relevant chapters from the books of Genesis and Exodus and the role of the land of Egypt as presented in the Hebrew scriptures. Another focal point will be the prophets and women of the time period such as the powerful matriarchs Sarah and Rebekah. Also, Jochebed, Miriam, Zipporah, and Bithiah, the women who played crucial roles in the life of Moses. Readings appropriate to the topic and archaeological reports will be presented.
There will be a visit to the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Date to be determined at the first class session.
Instructor: Denise De Vito, M.S. Ed.
Friday, November 3, 2023 and Friday November 10, 2023,
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM both days
(Please Note: there is an error in the print brochure listing the lecture beginning at 10 AM. 1 :00 PM is the correct time)
Francis Room
Fee: $70.00
CONVERGE Book Club Fall 2023: The Imitation of Christ
Join the St. Francis Converge 2023 Fall Book Club!
The Converge @St. Francis Ministry invites you to a 4-week book club on The Imitation of Christ by Thomas à Kempis
“Perhaps the most widely read book on Christian spirituality besides the Bible”
“Let Your name, not mine, be praised. Let Your work, not mine, be magnified, Let Your holy name be blessed, but let no human praise be given to me. You are my glory. You are the joy of my heart.” — Thomas à Kempis
Details:
Dates: Oct 30, Nov 6, Nov 13, and Nov 20, 2023
Time: 6:30—8:00 PM
Location: Claire Room (through Church Office)
We are recommending John Graham’s new translation of the text. You can purchase this translation here: The Imitation of Christ: A New Revised Translation with Annotations: Kempis, Thomas A, Graham, John C, Graham, John C: 9798374356847: Amazon.com: Books
All are welcome, but please register below:
Charles de Foucauld – Saint of the Sahara
CANCELLED
Charles de Foucauld – Saint of the Sahara
This course explores the spiritual writings and biography of this newer saint. His fascinating life took him from rich beginnings to a radical conversion and included many roles along the way including military man, Trappist monk, hermit, priest, geographer, and ethnographer. His travels eventually took him to Tamanrasset in the Sahara where he lived amongst the Tuaregs. He was eventually murdered there. He wrote books, dictionaries, poetry, letters, spiritual notebooks and rules for a new community. He converted no one, had no companion, but after his death his vision flourished into such communities as the Little Brothers of Jesus, centered around the spiritual life at Nazareth, and his concept of becoming a universal brother to all.
Instructor: Mary J. Gennuso, Ph.D.
Saturday, November 18, 2023
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
on ZOOM
Fee: $30.00
Catherine of Siena Part 2: The Bridge and Beyond
CANCELLED
Catherine of Siena Part 2: The Bridge and Beyond
This course continues with the saint’s most famous work, The Dialogue, which was written as a conversation between her and God the Father. It will emphasize the Steps, and the Bridge, particularly her Christology, as a spiritual guide to union with all 3 members of the most Holy Trinity. In addition, we will consider the Eucharist and the Church, time permitting, along with linking them to other themes in her writings. Finally, we will also connect all these to our current lives.
Instructor: Mary J. Gennuso, Ph.D.
Saturday, November 18, 2023
9am – 12:00 PM
on ZOOM
Fee: $30.00
Spirituality of the Twelve Steps for Everyone
The Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous offer practical tools that open doors to freedom, healing and new life. We are all addicted to ways that block our relationship to God, others and our true selves. In this workshop Fr. Anthony Ciorra will explore the spiritual wisdom of the twelve steps that can change your life forever.
This talk is for everyone. You do not have to be in a Twelve Step program to benefit from the wisdom of the steps.
Speaker: Fr. Anthony Ciorra, Ph.D.
Saturday, October 21
9:30 AM –12:00 PM
San Damiano Hall
About Fr. Anthony Ciorra, Ph.D.
Fr. Anthony Ciorra has graduate degrees in theology, psychology and spirituality. He has written and spoken on multiple topics and themes in theology and spirituality. He has served inn the parish ministry, education and formation work. He gives talks and retreats throughout the United States, Europe and the Middle East. He is involved in the dialogue among Jews, Christian and Muslims
All are Welcome!
Laudato Si 6-Week Discussion Group
All are welcome to join this free six week discussion group discussing Pope Francis’ groundbreaking encyclical Laudato Si.
If you are interested in the challenges facing the world because of the climate crisis and the impacts that human activity is having on the environment and upon the poor then join us for this discussion group.
Thursdays, October 12th – November 16th.
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
In the 1st Floor Conference Room
If you didn’t get to join us for the showing of the film The Letter – a documentary about Pope Francis’ letter, Laudato Si, you can watch it free any time here: https://www.theletterfilm.org/watch/
“The Letter” A Film about Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si
The Church of St. Francis of Assisi is screening “The Letter” a film about Pope Francis’ groundbreaking encyclical Laudato Si.
Together we care for our common home. Together we care for each other. Together we care for the world we share. Together we care for our future. Together we care for our planet.
Join us for this unforgettable documentary about how spiritual values call us to take action on the planetary crisis.
The film viewing is free and open to the public and will take place:
Monday, October 2, 2023
6:30 PM
San Damiano Hall
The movie will be followed up by a 6-week discussion series on the Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si starting Thursday, October 12th, for those interested. There will be more information about the discussion group at the film and online in the weeks to come.
Official Trailer for “The Letter”
Blessing of Animals
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, September 30th at 2:00 PM
Please gather with your pet near the entrance of the church on W. 31st Street. We will process in together for the blessing.
FrancisFest 2023 – Our Octoberfest to celebrate the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi
You are invited to FrancisFest 2023 an Octoberfest celebration hosted by CONVERGE @St.Francis – a new ministry supporting life, faith and community at the Church of St. Francis of Assisi.
Join us in the San Damiano Hall for Beers and Brats and Pretzels and good times with parishioners and friends of St. Francis of Assisi.
Lederhosen and Dirndls encouraged!
Sunday, October 1
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Tickets: $25.00 until September 24th.
$30 after September 24th and at the door
See photos from FrancisFest2022 here: FrancisFest was a fun success! – Saint Francis of Assisi (stfrancisnyc.org)
Introducing the FrancisFest beer mug!
Increase the fun of the day, and take home a souvenir. FrancisFest custom glass beer mugs will be on sale that day for $20.00 each but you can pre-order yours and save $5.00 on the cost of the event.
This smiling saint will cheer your heart and remind us of the great joy that is ours because of the Gospel.
Supplies are limited and when they are gone, they are gone.