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We are excited for the reopening of church and would appreciate some input from you! As we try to get back to a more normal Mass schedule, we would like to hear your preferences. Please fill out the very short Mass Times Survey as soon as possible. Thank you!
SFA Youth Ministry Mission Trip Car Wash, Saturday June 26, 2021, 9:00 AM-2:30 PM in the Church parking lot. Donations of Any amount accepted. We also wash Vans, Trucks, SUV’s, Crossovers, and bikes. Sorry No Pets, Kids, Dishes or Clothes. Incase of inclement weather the car wash will be postponed until July 10.
“Let Us Build A House" Working with Crossroads Mission & Habitat for Humanity (Joliet) to build the walls of a house, August 6 -8, 2021 here at St. Francis of Assisi. Housing is the basic necessity of every human being along with food and water. Sadly, many people are without a simple decent place to live safely and in dignity. How we help Together with the assistance of Crossroads Missions, seven parishes of Vicariate VE aim to assist Will County Habitat for Humanity through fundraising for building materials, and by constructing the house framing on the Build Day. The walls are transported to the home site where Will County Habitat for Humanity will complete the house with other volunteers and skilled tradespeople. Upon completion, the home will be dedicated to a family in need. For more information and sign-up Event Authorization Form
The Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass is scheduled to be held on Sunday, September 19, 2021 at 2:30 pm Couples celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary this year are invited to participate. Please note, this Mass is planned as a live event with participants attending on site. With the uncertainty of the how the COVID-19 virus will be this Fall, this Mass may need to be moved to an online liturgy due to ongoing mitigation efforts associated with the pandemic. More details on the Mass, including location and relevant COVID-19 precautions, will be available in early summer 2021. Couples interested in participating can register here. Please contact familyministries@archchicago.org with any questions.
Pathlights, formerly known as PLOWS Council on Aging, is partnering with AgeOptions and the Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) to provide in-home COVID-19 vaccinations for suburban Cook County residents who are unable to leave home due to age, disability, or medical impairment. Please see the attached flyer for all details and criteria.
St. Francis is open for Mass. You must register for Mass because of contact tracing and masks are required at this time. Click on button to the right.
We still encourage people to pray with us online. If you would rather, you can View Online Masses at Home 
If you haven't already, please take a moment to view "In the Spirit of St. Francis" messages from Staff members at St. Francis of Assisi.
Please join us for the next 'Rosary for Life' on Saturday, July 3rd at 10:00 AM. We will
meet at the Mary statue, up the hill near the Religious Education Center, weather permitting. 
The next Grief Support meeting is July 12, 2021, the 2nd Monday of the month at 4:00 pm in the Great Room. Grief is the normal response of sorrow, emotion, and confusion that comes from losing someone or something important to you. It is a natural part of life, however, we are not meant to go through grief alone. The group will be facilitated by Valerie Piazza LCPC. Join us and allow us to walk this journey with you. Please call the parish office708-460-0042 to register – limited to 10 participants. Remember your mask and social distancing.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults and Children (RCIA)
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All are welcome at St. Francis. No matter where you are on your faith journey, we are here to walk with you. We invite you to join us at mass. Come and feel the warmth of our community. If you would like to learn more about the Catholic faith, have questions or already have decided you would like to become Catholic, please contact the parish office to set up a time to speak to a member of our pastoral staff. |
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Our Mission ~ The St. Francis of Assisi community is a welcoming Christian family. We believe in Jesus Christ, and are guided by the Holy Spirit and the example of St. Francis. We gather to celebrate, to grow in the knowledge of our faith rooted in the Catholic tradition, and to recognize our responsibility to reach out to the world. |
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The life and vitality of St. Francis of Assisi thrives on the commitment of the many people involved in the various ministries of the parish. Currently, we have over 30 committees and ministries for all ages. We encourage you to consider participation in one or more of these areas. |