St. Francis of Assisi Parish

09/08/2026

Reminder that our Parish is open for the Sacrament of Reconciliation every Saturday at 4:00 pm (English and Spanish), as well as by appointment if so desired.

“Jesus said to them again, ‘Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you. And when he had said this, he breathed on them and said to them, “Receive the holy Spirit. Whose sins you forgive are forgiven them, and whose sins you retain are retained.” (John 20:21-23)

09/08/2026

Quiet is the Work of God

The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary is one of the Church's ancient Marian celebrations. Its history is especially interesting because it begins in the Christian East, is connected with Jerusalem, and only later spreads westward to Rome. The feast appears to have originated in Jerusalem, probably...

09/07/2026

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09/07/2026

09/07/2026

Bible on the Back porch - look ahead to Sunday with readings, reflections, videos as you prepare for Mass. Enjoy! https://stfrncis.org/bible-study/back-porch/

09/07/2026

Is It Lawful to Do Good?

In today’s Gospel Jesus is confronted by some Jewish Scribes and Pharisees. The Pharisees are a lay reform movement within Judaism who are zealous for the things of God and seek to discern and to do God’s will. The Torah commands: “Remember the sabbath day—keep it holy.” (Exodus 20:8). The...

09/07/2026

Monday funny! Be blessed.