Saint Francis Xavier Carbondale

05/30/2026

St. Francis Xavier and the Newman Center are working together on a picture directory for our community. There has been some issues with the QR code in the bulletin, so to make an appointment (for June 15 or 16) you can use this one or simply go to https://instant-scheduling.com/sch.php?page=&lang=en&year=2026&month=06&day=01&subPage=newApp&aNum=3534502&step=2&sceId=&typId=66316&a=

05/24/2026

For more information, check out the link below.
https://www.saintfrancisinstitute.org/blog/oneheartstfrancisxavier

05/18/2026

Mass and adoration have been cancelled for today, May 18.

05/15/2026

Please join us tomorrow, May 15, at 9:25 to help clean up Poplar Street as part of Keep Carbondale Beautiful. This could be a great family outing, a chance to teach children about service to the community, and an act of love for God’s creation. Gather on the south parking lot by the church.

Continued Easter Blessings!
Sister Barbara

05/02/2026

Dear SFX Parishioners,

May has begun and we are continuing our practice of praying the Rosary together before weekend Masses throughout Mary's Month of May. The rosary will begin 1/2 hour before Mass time so if you want to join in praying this devotion, please plan to leave home in time and bring a rosary with.

Below I'm sharing a few words from an online resource entitled: The Little Rose Shop:

"The month of the Blessed Virgin Mary is here! May is here—and it’s Mary’s month. It’s such a beautiful time to slow down and reflect on her life. I’ve been thinking about how Mary lived with so much love, patience, and deep trust in God... and how much I need that reminder in my own day-to-day mom life. So here’s my little challenge to you (and to myself): let’s turn to Mary in prayer this month. Ask her to walk with you, guide you, and give you the grace to show up with love—even on the messy, hard days. She gets it. And I truly believe she wants to be right there with us as we love and lead our families. You’re not alone in this sacred work."

Continued Easter Blessings!

Sister Barbara

05/01/2026

Today is the ordination and installation of Bishop Elect Godfrey! You can watch the live stream at this link at 1:30 pm.

The Ordination of Bishop-Designate Godfrey Mullen

04/20/2026

Daily mass has been cancelled for today 4/20/26

04/17/2026

Just in time for Spring Cleaning – SHRED and Med EVENT

When: Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 8am-Noon.
Where: Jackson County Health Department.
What: Safe and secure drop off of your . . .

Expired and unwanted medications
(prescription and OTC pills, creams, and patches).
Medical sharps containers
(free sharps collection containers also available).
LED & CFL light bulbs.
Household batteries (single use and rechargeable).
Confidential documents for shredding
(2 box limit per person).

For details and/or to schedule a place in line, visit
jchdonline.org or call 618-684-3143 ext. 128.

In addition to collections, JCHD is also hosting a HEALTHY
FOODS DRIVE. Consider donating nutritious nonperishable
food items to help fight food insecurity in Jackson County.

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04/16/2026

Cleanup of Poplar Street
The Care for Creation Team recently “adopted” a portion of Poplar Street (from W. Walnut Street to Mill Street) through the Keep Carbondale Beautiful (KCB) program. This means that, for one hour once a month, we will be cleaning up litter along our adopted section of Poplar, with trash bags and litter grabbers provided by KCB. Not only does litter reduction serve an environmental purpose, but it can also reduce crime and signal the parish’s commitment to our most immediate neighbors and the broader Carbondale community. In order to maintain Poplar Street, though, we need help.

This coming Saturday, April 18, from 9:30am-10:30am, the Care for Creation Team will be holding an all-parish cleanup of Poplar Street. Please consider joining us for one hour. All cleanup supplies will be provided, and people of all ages and mobility are welcome. If you are interested, please assemble in the south church parking lot (off of Poplar) at 9:25am.

04/14/2026

Fr. Bill Spencer will be the presider. Bring an appetizer or dessert to share and your own beverage.