Saint Francis of Assisi Parish

09/06/2026

09/06/2026

Parish Office Closing

Please note that the Parish Office will be closed on Monday, September 7th,for Labor Day.

Adoration Chapel will also be closed.

We will reopen Tuesday, September 8th!

09/05/2026

Outreach Committee – Note the Date Change

The Outreach Committee will meet on Monday, September 14th at 5:30 PM in Heritage Hall. Enter through the Cedar Street ramp. For more info call
Kate McFadden via the Parish Office. 610-4133-6102.

ALL PARISHIONERS ARE WELCOME TO JOIN US.

09/04/2026

On this Friday, let us take a moment to reflect on Father Rich's homily from the weekend.

"Take up your cross and follow me."

Father Rich talked about the difference between crosses and crucifixes. Do you have a crucifix in your home? Do you know the difference? A cross is the instrument of torture; the crucifix also has the corpus - the body of Christ on it.

In order to experience salvation - we must experience the cross - with the body of Christ on it. It is a challenge. We see the wounds. We see the blood. BUT Jesus told us - take up your cross - you may get bloody, you may be crippled by it, but we have to carry it. HOWEVER NOT ALONE - Jesus is with us.

That is why the corpus is so important - what Jesus did for us for our salvation - we need to have the body upon the cross. And as he did it for us - we must carry our own cross.

The crucifix calls us to quiet reflection on the love that conquered death and the grace that transforms our hearts.

09/04/2026

OH MY GOODNESS - ST FRANCIS HAS "SHOWN UP"" IN SUPPORTING FATHER RICH IN COOKS FOR COLLARS - look how very close we are!!!!

Can we reach the goal and surpass it???? YES we can!!!!

ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT ST FRANCIS!!!!

https://p2p.onecause.com/cookswithcollars/home

09/03/2026

SAINT OF THE DAY - SAINT GREGORY THE GREAT - HOW APPROPRIATE

He is the Patron Saint of musicians, singers, popes, teachers and students

Feast date: September 3
Origin / setting: Rome, Italy (c. 540–604)
Pope and Doctor of the Church who sent missionaries to England
Reformed liturgy; Gregorian chant bears his name
Wrote Pastoral Care, the standard manual for bishops for centuries
Last pope universally recognized as a Father of the Church
Doctor of the Church — magisterial weight in theology

These prayers are associated with a Eucharistic miracle and focus on Christ’s suffering and the believer’s spiritual growth:
"O Lord Jesus, I adore you hanging on the Cross, bearing the thorny crown on your head. I beg you, that your Cross may free me from the Angel. Amen. Our Father. Hail Mary."
"O Lord Jesus, I adore you wounded on the Cross, having drunk vinegar and gall. I beg you, that your wounds may be the remedy of my soul. Amen. Our Father. Hail Mary."
"O Lord Jesus, I ask by that bitterness of your Passion, which you underwent in the hour of your death, especially at that time when your most holy soul departed from your blessed body, to have mercy on my soul in its departure from my body, and lead it into eternal life. Amen. Our Father. Hail Mary."
"O Lord Jesus, I adore you placed in the tomb, embalmed with myrrh and spices. I beg you, that your death may be my life. Amen."
These prayers continue in a similar pattern, reflecting devotion to Christ’s Passion and the believer’s spiritual journey

09/02/2026

Curious About the Catholic Faith? Join Us!

IT IS FOR: Adults (18 years or Older) who are:
Not Baptized or Baptized in another Christian Church and interested in
learning more about the Catholic Faith or Baptized into the Catholic Faith but have not received First Eucharist or Confirmation.

Is your spouse, fiancé, or a friend not Catholic, or do they want to learn more about the Church? We warmly invite spouses and loved ones to attend our OCIA sessions.
You do not have to commit to joining the Church. This is a safe space to ask questions, share faith, and learn together.

When & Where: Specific dates to be announced, but we hope to begin by mid-September
Contact: To learn more or sign up, reach out to Helen Moyer at the Parish Office at 610-433-6102.
6102.

09/01/2026

WELCOME SEPTEMBER

Heavenly Father,
Thank You for the gift of September—a month of new beginnings, harvest, and reflection. As the seasons change, crown this month with Your abundance (Psalm 65:11). Guide my steps and decisions, making my path straight (Proverbs 3:5–6). Surround me with Your favor and protection (Psalm 5:12; Psalm 91:11). Restore my strength and health where needed (Jeremiah 30:17). Fill my heart with peace, gratitude, and renewed faith. May this month overflow with opportunities, joy, and divine blessings.
Amen

09/01/2026

COOKS FOR COLLARS IS HERE - AND LIVE!!!!

Enjoy all of the entries - but don't forget to vote for Father Rich - remember - all proceeds benefit St. Francis of Assisi!

Father Rich is making pork schnitzel with hunter sauce.... YUM....

https://p2p.onecause.com/cookswithcollars/home

Scroll down to find Father Rich's video and your ability to donate!!!

08/31/2026

THIS WEEKEND - it's the first weekend of the month and of course - LABOR DAY.

We WILL be collecting food for the food pantry. We thank you so much for your donations in advance. Away for the holiday - good for you - we can accept food donations - anytime in the parish office. Our Outreach Team always checks to see if there are donations and bring them over to the pantry.

The top items needed are: canned fruit, tomato sauce, jelly, dried beans, canned meat, oatmeal.

The Rosary will be said before all Masses. Join us 25 minutes before Mass to say the Rosary together as a Parish Family

Please note that the Parish Office is CLOSED on Labor Day - as is Adoration Chapel. Both reopen on Tuesday.