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St. Peregrine Novena
Join us beginning September 8th at 7:00PM for the St. Peregrine Novena. St. Peregrine is the patron saint of those suffering from Cancer and other serious illness. Join us in prayer for one or all nine evenings. Because of The Mass of Remembrance on Monday, November 3rd, the ninth evening of the St. Peregrine Novena will be Monday, November 10th. 
Lectio Divina
The format could be described as a fusion of lectio divina (sacred reading) and group spiritual direction/faith sharing. The starting point is to look at the upcoming Sunday Gospel and reflect on its various meanings, and then to see how it applies to participants' lives. For more information on Lectio Divina click here. We meet the fourth Thursday of the month. All are welcome! 
ROSARY FOR LIFE
Please join us to pray the Rosary for Life at 10:00 AM on Saturday, November 1st. We will be praying up the hill at the Mary statue weather permitting. If there in inclement weather we will be in the Eucharistic Chapel at the foot of the Bell Tower. Going forward, we will continue to meet the first Saturday of each month at 10:00 AM. Hope you can join us!Please join us for the Rosary for Life the first Saturday of each month. Hope to see you then! 
CHILDREN'S MASS
Sunday, November 2nd at 9:30 am in the St Francis Room. This is a special gathering for parents & PRESCHOOL AGE CHILDREN – SPECIAL AGE APPROPRIATE MASS 
GRIEF SUPPORT NOVEMBER
November 10, 3:30-5pm Gratitude and Grief When we think of November, we often focus on the celebration of Thanksgiving. For those who are experiencing the loss of a loved one, our thoughts are filled with memories of years past and wondering how we will face the empty place at the table this year. This month’s meeting will focus on ways to bring the healing power of Gratitude to grieving hearts. Sharing a favorite photo, a memory, that elicits the feeling of gratitude for the ways in which your loved one touched your life, will guide our time together. You are not alone. Facilitated by Valerie Piazza LCPC 
Helping Hands Committee is hosting the "Thanks for Giving Blood Drive" on Saturday, November 15th from 7:30 am to 11:30 am in Upton Hall (Lower Level of Church) Schedule your donation time one of several ways:
*Before or after the Masses on the weekends of November 1/2 & 8/9 in the Narthex or Contact Joyce Franklin at (708) 250-9022 or Contact Versiti at 1-800-7TO-GIVE or Scan the QR Code below 
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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Becoming Catholic
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. |
I'm New
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. |