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Join us this Fall for our sixth year of Bible Study. Our newest program will be “Jesus the Way, the Truth and the Life” a scriptural study of the life of Christ beautifully filmed in the Holy Land. This is a new and fresh look at Jesus—who he is, what he is really like, what he taught, and what he did for our salvation. We begin Tuesday,September 13 at 9:15am. The evening class will begin September 14 at 7:00pm. The Spring study, “Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible” begins February 7th on Tuesday, 9:15am and the evening class February 8, Wednesday, 7pm. This program is a journey through the Old Testament showing how 14 narrative books of the Bible tell the complete story from Adam and Eve to Christ and the Church. To register join us in the narthex on one of three consecutive weekends beginning 8/13 and 8/14 before and after each of the Masses. The cost of the manuals is $60 total for both of the studies. All classes will be held at the SFA Religious Ed Center on the hill. We usually have 80 to 100 participants. Make this year your year to join us to learn more about the Word of God!
Help the St. Francis Youth Group by Donating Blood on Saturday, September 3! If the combined totals of the June & September drives reach 51 or more pints, Versiti Blood Center will give at least $500 to our Youth Group! We need at least 28 more pints to reach our goal! 7:30 am- 11:30 am - Upton Hall (Lower Level of Church) Schedule your donation time one of 4 ways: before or after Masses during the weekends of August 20/21 & 27/28 in the Narthex Online at https://donate.illinois.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/ 5600454 Scan the QR Code below or contact Joyce Franklin at (708) 250-9022 or Paula Belski at (708) 460-0042 Age 16 (with parental consent) and over may donate - WALK INS WELCOME! REMEMBER: EAT A GOOD MEAL AND DRINK PLENTY OF FLUIDS AHEAD OF TIME Eligibility questions? Call Versiti Blood Center at (708) 633-0101 BONUS: All Donors will receive a $15 E-GIFT CARD that can be used at over 70 different stores!
Looking for a way to help out the Ukrainian Refugees? We have set up a link to donate through Give Central. Donations will be accepted for Ukrainian Refugee Relief before and after all masses this weekend. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.
ARE YOU INTERESTED in becoming a MINISTER OF PRAISE? What does it mean?
As a Minister of Praise you promise to pray and offer your sufferings and joys for the needs of the parish, the universal church and all prayer requests listed in our parish book of intercessions (located near the chapel). The pastor or designated parish staff member sends all ministers of praise a letter each month naming specific prayer intentions for that month. All parishioners are assured of being prayed for daily. To become a minister, please contact Sr. Gael at the parish office via phone 708-460-0042 or email at ggensler@sfaorland.org 
St. Francis Art Exhibit...A Call for Artists St. Francis of Assisi is having an Art Exhibition in October of 2022. This will be only for artists who are parishioners of St. Francis. 2 D work like paintings or drawings in any medium, textiles, and small sculpture or ceramics will be accepted. Subject matter should be family friendly. If you are interested in displaying your work, please contact Father Jay in the office. Space is limited, so sign up soon and start creating!
Want to become an Altar Server at St. Francis? If you are in 4th Grade or higher, register here for a required in-person training session. Watch our training video on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axU1uA3l45o) to familiarize yourself with the expectations of serving with us. For any questions or concerns, please email Fr. Jay Suero at jsuero@sfaorland.org.
ROSARY FOR LIFE
Please join us for the Rosary on Saturday, Aug. 6th at 10 AM. We will meet up the hill by the Mary statue, weather permitting. If weather is inclement, we will be in the Eucharistic Chapel at the base of the bell tower. 
The next Grief Support meeting is September 19th, the 3rd Monday of the month at 4:00-5:00 pm in the Great Room. After this meeting we will resume our 2nd Monday of the month meeting day.
Facilitated by Valerie Piazza LCPC 
SUNDAY, SEP. 4th at 9:30 AM
ST. FRANCIS ROOM - LOWER LEVEL SPECIAL GATHERING FOR PARENTS & PRESCHOOL AGE CHILDREN – SPECIAL AGE APPROPRIATE MASS 
St. Vincent de Paul Conference of St. Francis of Assisi Parish helps the poor and needy within our parish boundaries with food and financial assistance. If you are in need of assistance, please call our parish office 708-460—0042 and a volunteer will return your call as soon as possible.
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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. |
You & Your Family
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. |