The Youth Ministry at St. Francis is an integral part of our faith formation ministries, fostering faith, friendship, and service. Tim Hetzel, Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry, and Jess Montrella, Middle School Evangelization…
Did you know that it was the belief in the great importance of the Eucharist by Pope Pius X (Pope from 1903-1914) that led to the First Eucharist being moved to a younger age and…
On Saturday, October 18th, from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm, the 5th annual Franciscan Spirit and Life Convocation will take place at St. Francis of Assisi Parish. Why is this gathering something you should consider…
Francis Fest is a hallmark of the St. Francis of Assisi community, but it wasn’t always in its current form. “When we first started this parish, Father English, if you remember, had the house across…
We continue to celebrate the 800th anniversary of many aspects of the life of Saint Francis here at the parish. Articles on when Francis received the wounds of Christ, or stigmata, and his creation of…
“Spiritual direction,” says Nancy Jones, an Ignatian-trained spiritual director, “is a special time set aside to meet with another person who treasures their devotion to God, wants to nourish their relationship with Jesus, and is…
Do you know what organization was founded on the principles of charity, unity, and fraternity in 1882 by Father Michael J. McGivney, assistant pastor of St. Mary's Church in New Haven, Connecticut, and a group…
The election of a new Pope is always a moment of unique focus and nervous excitement for Catholics and many others worldwide. The Pope is the leader of the Catholic Church and its 1.4 billion…
The 2025 8th-grade graduating class is a remarkable group of kind, intelligent, and ambitious young students.
“They've shown compassion, curiosity, and determination throughout their years at The Franciscan School, especially over the past year,” shares 8th-grade…
Passage Home is a non-profit organization in Wake County that assists youth, individuals, families, and veterans achieve self-sufficiency to break the multi-generational cycle of poverty. They offer housing and support services to include workforce development,…
