by Fr. George Corrigan OFM | Dec 16, 2020 | Friar Reflection
We are familiar with the story of John the Baptist as the herald of the coming Messiah – it is the story that introduces and highlights the Advent season. But Advent’s proclamation of Christmas is not the end of John’s story. He remained a man faithful to God’s...
by Fr. John O'Connor OFM | Dec 15, 2020 | From the Pastor, Parish Blog
Dear Parishioners, In a few days we will celebrate Christmas. This is normally a time of the year when families and friends gather in a spirit of joy and hope. To be able to celebrate this year as we have in the past, will be difficult, if not impossible. This...
by Fr. John O'Connor OFM | Dec 15, 2020 | Parish Blog
Live Stream Masses and our Christmas Masses are time in which folks in the church are recorded simply because you are in the church nave and sanctuary. By entering and by your presence here at St. Francis of Assisi Parish, you consent on behalf of yourself and/or your...
by Fr. John O'Connor OFM | Dec 15, 2020 | Parish Blog
Long-time staff member, Marcia Connolly is retiring – congratulations to her! And so, the parish is interviewing to fill the job position of parish receptionist. The position is a full-time parish position (40 hours per week). Bilingual capability in English/Spanish...
by Fr. George Corrigan OFM | Dec 15, 2020 | Friar Reflection
We often forget that the season of Advent speaks to the betwixt and between of the Birth of Jesus and his Second Coming. So, we shouldn’t be surprised that our first reading is from the firebrand, no-holds-barred prophet Zephaniah. He makes no bones about it. Judgment...
