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Sunday’s Sermon, October 8, 2023: Observing St. Francis Day

October 9, 2023

Penelope Bridges Today we celebrate the life and legacy of one of our most beloved saints, Francis of Assisi. Even though he lived over 800 years ago, we know quite a lot about his life. He lived from c.1181-1215 in central Italy. His family was wealthy, middle-class, merchants of fine textiles. As a teenager Francis … READ MORE…

Pet Memorial & Blessing of the Animals 2023

October 9, 2023September 20, 2023

Saint Francis of Assisi, the founder of the Franciscan Order of Friars, has been called the most admired and least imitated of all the saints for his passion and determination to follow Jesus’ teachings. He was an Italian Catholic friar in the early 13th century whose love for nature and animals became the stuff of legend. … READ MORE…