Pastor’s Desk – September 2024

Aug 30, 2024 | Pastors Desk

The Pastors Desk – September 1st

Our bulletin publisher, on the occasion of me announcing my retirement from the pastorate at St Francis, asked me to write a short autobiography. I was willing enough to comply, but was I surprised by the many unusual thoughts and emotions! Some were comforting, others unsettling. Strange, but I can’t complain; I have received four extensions of my terms; “mandatory” retirement is supposed to be at 75 years of age. In October I will be 80 years old, yet the awareness that I am finishing my last assignment is still not really welcome. Some parishioners broke into tears when they got the news – I responded with my own right on the spot! More on related topics next week.

– Fr. Peter

Faith Direct – The Safe and Easy way to Support Your Parish

Aug 7, 2023 | Community

Begin the new year with eGiving to help sustain and build ministries throughout 2023 that reflect the promise of God’s love through Faith Direct.

CMA Letter of Thanks from DVRC Sept 2023

Aug 6, 2023 | Ministries

Based upon payments received as of September 1st, 2023, we are pleased to report that your parish has reached it’s $69,000 goal.

The Children of St. Francis Religious Ed Need You!

Jul 30, 2023 | Ministries

Religious Ed classes begin the week of September 11 – just weeks away and we need catechists in Grades 3, 4, 5, 6, and 8. Grades 3 – 5 classes are at 4:30pm on Tuesdays or Wednesdays; Grade 6 will meet on Mondays at 4:30pm; Grade 8 meets on Thursdays at 7pm.