We will have the blessing of throats for the Feast of St. Blase on Friday, February 3, after the 12:00 PM and 5:30 PM Masses.

The Church of St. Francis of Assisi is offering a
WINTER RETREAT FOR MINISTERS, VOLUNTEERS & PARISHIONERS.

February 17-19, 2023 (Friday evening to Sunday afternoon)

“To Live According to the Form of the Holy Gospel: Franciscan Spirituality for Our Times”

Please join us the weekend of February 17-19, 2023 as we gather for retreat in Wappingers Falls, NY. In these days of retreat, we will draw from the early sources of the life of St. Francis of Assisi, from his own writings and from early biographies. We will look at stories and events from his life: his origins; his calling to follow the Lord; who he met along the way and what he saw, and how these events of his life led him to “live according to the form of the Holy Gospel” in his own times. As for Francis, also for us! We will have short presentations and time for small group and larger group discussion. We will also have prayer services and mass.

WHO:

The retreat is for parishioners of the Church of St. Francis of Assisi and their friends.  There is a limited number of spots available for the retreat.

WHAT:

This retreat is a chance for parishioners to escape the city for a couple of days to connect with one another and reconnect with God.  There will be time to pray, hear talks, discuss the faith, and enjoy quiet time on the beautiful property of the Mt. Alvernia Franciscan Retreat Center in Wappingers Falls, NY.

Join committed members of our St. Francis of Assisi Community for a weekend away at the beautiful Mt. Alvernia Franciscan Retreat Center in Wappingers Falls, NY.  This is a great opportunity to refresh your spirit with a weekend of prayer, reflections, and sharing of our faith.  It is also a great way to get to know others in your church community better.

The weekend is structured around the celebration of the Liturgy of the Hours:  Night prayer on Friday, Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer on Saturday, and Morning Prayer and Mass on Sunday.  Between the times of prayer are about 5 reflections on different aspects of our faith and we leave free time for individual reflection and prayer as well as time on Saturday evening for a social.

WHERE:

The Mt. Alvernia Franciscan Retreat Center is located in Wappingers Falls, NY. about a two-hour train ride from Grand Central Station.  Travel details will be given to all registrants.

We will make arrangements for transportation to and from the train station and the retreat center for anyone arriving between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM on Friday.  If you must take a later train you will need to take your own uber to the center. We will return everyone to the station on Sunday

WHEN:

Friday, February 17th (check in from 5 to 7 PM)
to Sunday, February 19th after lunch.

WHY:

Because sometimes it’s good to get away and pray.  Jesus went up to the mountains to pray often… and so shall we.

HOW:

Upon completion of your registration, you will be sent more information regarding travel to and from the retreat center and items to bring.

COST:

The retreat costs $300 .00 per person for room and board with single occupancy, and a private bathroom.   This includes all meals Friday night to Sunday and snacks and a social on Saturday night.

Travel expenses are not included.  Arrangements will be made to assist retreat attendees to travel from the train station to the retreat center.  Information on this will be included in an information email after registration.

FINANCIAL AID:

St. Francis of Assisi is able to provide a limited number of partial scholarships to assist St. Francis of Assisi parishioners who need help covering the cost of the retreat.  For information about financial aid to attend this retreat please email Joe Nuzzi at jnuzzi@stfrancisnyc.org.

Attendance Minimums and Maximums:

We need to have at least 20 registrants by February 3rd to hold the retreat.
If less than 20 people register before February 3rd the retreat will have to be canceled and we will refund registration fees.
Space is limited to 40 people maximum.

MORE INFORMATION / QUESTIONS:

For more information contact Joseph Nuzzi at -736-8500 x365 or jnuzzi@stfrancisnyc.org 

Have you or are you experiencing a sense of grief or loss?

St. Church of St. Francis of Assisi will be offering a new Bereavement Group beginning on Wednesday, February 1st. The group will run for 6 weeks from 6:30—8 pm. This is an in-person group and is for anyone who has experienced the loss of a loved one. This small group format allows everyone to share their experiences and feelings.

Please note that our February/March bereavement group is now filled. Check back on this site for an announcement about our next bereavement group which will be held sometime later in the spring.

Our Bereavement Support Group will meet on six Wednesdsays from

Wednesday, February 1st to March 15th (no meeting on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 22)
6:30 to 8:00 pm
in second floor conference room in the Francis house

Fr. Michael Carnevale and Fr. Steve Patti will co-facilitate the group.

Space is limited, if you are interested please call Fr. Steve Patti, O.F.M. at 212-736-8500, Ext. 226 or or email him at spatti@stfrancisnyc.org or Fr. Michael Carnevale at Carnevale1@me.com to inquire.

Interested persons should be at least three months into the grieving process.

Pre-registration is required.

The Church of St. Francis of Assisi invites you to celebrate

THE FEAST OF THE EPIPHANY

Saturday, January 7 –  4pm (vigil)

Sunday, January 8:

8am • 11am • 12:30pm (en español) • 5pm

Please note that our 12:30pm mass this day will be in Spanish, to stand in solidarity with our migrants.

“Carols with the Choir”

Come and sing with us..
Sunday • December 18 • 3:00pm
click here for more details

Christmas Eve Masses

4:00pm • 5:30 pm • 8:00pm (Korean) • Midnight

Christmas Day Masses

8:00am • 9:15am (Korean) • 11:00am • 12:30pm
please note there is no evening mass

Church Closures after Christmas

Monday, December 26 – Mass at 12:00 PM
No Confessions
Church offices are closed

Tuesday, December 27 – Mass at 12:00 PM
No Confessions
Church offices are closed

New Year’s Day Masses

4:00pm (Vigil)
8:00 am • 9:15am (Korean) • 11:00am • 12:30pm • 5:00pm

Church Closures after New Year’s

Monday, Januayr 2, 2023 – Mass at 12:00 PM
No Confessions
Church offices are closed

The UGNAYAN Filipino Ministry is inviting you to the Simbang Gabi (9-Day Advent Novena Masses)

December 15 to 23, 2022

Weekdays at 6:15 PM Lower Church
Weekends at 1:30 PM Lower Church.

(Available also on Livestream)

For more information, please email: filipinoministry@stfrancisnyc.org

Our Christmas Carols with the Choir is one of the most exciting annual musical events at the Church of St. Francis of Assisi.

Come and sing with us..
Sunday • December 18 • 3:00pm

This beautiful afternoon includes performances from our music ministry, cantors, string quartet and more. Sing along with the choir to some of your favorite Christmas Carols.

You don’t want to miss it!

Ready or not, the kingdom of God is upon us.

Love is set to come to life in our world and change everything! So, shake loose the cobwebs, wipe the weary from your eyes, and get set to open you mind, your heart, your soul, and your bellies.

We all take our daily physical nourishment from the foods we eat, and we take our spiritual nourishment from the Word of God. Join us as we combine these nourishing practices every Monday in Advent

Monday, November 28
Monday, December 5
Monday, December 12
Monday, December 19

6:30pm in the Clare Room.

The Soup is on!  Join us for one, two, three or all four reflections.

Since soup is being served, please let us know that you are coming….   ALL ARE WELCOME!

Sponsored by the LGBTQ+ Ministry and CONVERGE @St. Francis

For the feast of the Immaculate Conception, Thursday, December 8, 2022. Our normal Mass schedule is in affect as follows:

Wednesday, December 7:  Vigil Mass at 5:30 PM

Thursday, December 8:  Masses at 7:30 AM, 12:00 PM (in person and on livestream) and 5:30 PM.

Click HERE For the worship aid for this Mass.

The Annual Love Concert by the St. Francis Korean Community
Sunday, December 5, 2022 • 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Tickets $20 at the reception desk