Easter Egg Hunt on April 1st 11:00am - 1:00pm. Four age group areas, free event and photos with the Easter Bunny!
Event will take place at St. Francis Center (up the hill) rain or shine, weather permitting we will utilize the outdoor lawn space. If the weather does not permit, we will have the Easter Egg Hunt in Upton Hall (lower level of the church). Presented by: Knights of Columbus Council #16939 
Helping Hands Spring Food Drive before and after all masses on April 15 & 16.
Please drop off your non-perishable food items, toiletries and paper items at the vans in the church parking lot. Monetary donations also appreciated. Black beans, pinto beans and jelly are especially needed. Food distributed to St. Blase in Summit, St. Philip Neri in Chicago and the Orland Township Food Pantry 
The Social Committee of St. Francis of Assisi welcomes all to a Pasta Dinner This event is March 31, 2023 from 4:30-7:00pm In Upton Hall. The main entrée (vegetable lasagna and 3 jumbo cheese ravioli) will be catered from Rocco Vino’s salad, bread, butter, coffee, pop and dessert are also included. Feel free to BYOB! Ticket price is $11.00 There will be NO tickets sold at the door. Tickets can only be purchased on the weekends of March 18,19 and March 25,26 due to the caterer’s deadline. Looking forward to see you! Any questions, please call the parish office.
Please join us on our Holy Thursday Pilgrimage as we visit the following churches:
Sign up through the parish office by calling or signup online 
Women’s Evening of Reflection Join the women of St. Francis in an evening of prayer and reflection. During our prayer, we will create a prayer flag. This is a simple project. If you can glue, you can decorate a small flag that will make a beautiful addition to your garden or porch. It is a way to “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances...” 1 Thess 5:16-17
April 28, 2023; doors open at 5:30 p.m. in Upton Hall. $20 includes a meal and all materials. Register online or in person in the office. Invite family and friends! 
Share your voice, Support Our Parish. It's official! The Disciple Maker Index (DMI) Survey is a great way to reflect on your own spiritual growth while helping our parish plan for the future. Please complete the short, 10-15 minute anonymous survey by clicking here or find a paper copy in the narthex or parish office after Mass. This will be available from February 22 to March 31. Don't miss this opportunity to be heard.
Calling all Kids…Saint Francis of Assisi Resumes rehearsals for SPRING on Tuesday afternoon, FEBRUARY 7, 2023 in the Music Ministry Rehearsal Room. (Lower Level of the Church, next to Upton Hall). Kids in Grades 2-5 rehearse from 4:30-5:45. First Grade students who are good readers can join with permission. Junior High and High School Youth Chorale rehearses on Saturdays beginning Feb. 18th from Noon-1PM— but are welcome to join on Tuesdays as Choir Helpers! Come and join us as we prepare for Lent, Easter, Spring and our summer tour to GATLINBURG, TN!!! Newcomers welcome! Please email: music@sfaorland.org or call: (708)460-9831 voice mail to register.
St. Francis of Assisi Golf League. Play 9 holes at Rolling Hill (Silver Lake CC) Monday Mornings - Starting May 8th for 15 weeks, excluding Memorial Day (May 29th) and July 3rd. Green Fees: $18 Walking; $32 Riding per week. League Fee: $45 for the season – Includes ending banquet (Sept. 12th) and prizes.
NO COMPUTER RECORDING THIS YEAR! League Fee due at time of registration – check payable to: St. Francis of Assisi, or pay by credit card or cash. Register: Online or at the Parish Office. Contact Sr. Gael at ggensler@sfaorland.org or 708-460—0042 
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, April 1st 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. 
Grief Support Group: NEW TIME
Monday, April 10th, 3:30-5:00 pm in the Great Room How are you DOING? How are you FEELING? How do you answer these questions following the loss of your loved one? Our outward actions and responsibilities may outwardly appear as if we are “doing fine”, but our emotional experience, what we are ‘feeling’ is just the opposite. Please consider joining other “Grieving Hearts” for support and sharing your grief experience. You are not alone. Facilitated by Valerie Piazza LCPC 
SUNDAY, APRIL 2nd 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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