Ash Wednesday Services
February 18, 2026 Mass and Distribution of Ashes 8:30 AM & 7:00 PM Prayers Services and Distribution of Ashes 12:00 PM & 4:30 PM .Ashes will be distributed continuously 8:00 AM until 8:00 PM in the Narthex. Learn more about Lent under the Celebrate tab on our website. 
The St. Francis Social Committee Lenten Fish Fry
Please join us on Friday, February 20th: 4:30PM - 7:00PM in Upton Hall Dinner includes 1/2 pound of either cod or shrimp, coleslaw, potato wedges, salad, roll, dessert and a beverage. BYOB too. Tickets will be sold in the Narthex February 7th, 8th, 14th & 15th Tickets WILL NOT be sold at the door. 
Praying in Color, a Lenten Journey Experience Lent differently this year led by Sue Flanagan, artist, and parishioner. Join us for a unique prayer session using simple art materials to help us enter into a deeper, more meaningful conversation with God. No artistic skill required. There is no cost. All supplies are provided. Just come and bring a friend. SATURDAY, FEB. 28 3-5 PM Location: St. Francis Rm (lower level) RSVP: Call the church office to save your spot, 708-460-0042 Questions: email [email protected] 
You are invited to attend Christ Renews His Parish 2026
Men's weekend: February 28 - March 1 Women's weekend: March 21 - March 22 CRHP team members will be in the Narthex, or call the Parish Office with questions. 
GRIEF SUPPORT
February 9, 2026 3:30-5:00 PM Grief and Belief: The Impact of Faith The path of Grief takes us through the twists and turns of an array of emotion, often with no clear blueprint. Please consider joining other 'Grieving Hearts' to share how Faith has impacted your grief journey. Facilitated by Valerie Piazza LCPC 
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. Next meeting: Thursday, February 26th. All are welcome! 
ROSARY FOR LIFE
Please join us to pray the Rosary for Life at 10:00 AM on Saturday, March 7th. 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, March 1st 9:30 am St Francis Room. This is a 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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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. |