Lent/Easter
Pilgrims of Hope | Strength for the Journey
This Lent, take a moment to reflect on the season’s true meaning. There are many opportunities to get involved this year. Join us at The Franciscan Day of Reflection, Evening Prayer, Stations of the Cross, Solidarity Sundays, and Reconciliation. Also, visit the Welcome Center, where three crosses stand, each representing Prayer, Fasting, and Almsgiving. Choose a tag and write your personal Lenten intention on the back and attach it to the growing chain of intentions. This is a wonderful opportunity for individuals and families to grow in faith together!
Ash Wednesday
Wednesday, February 18th
Distribution of Ashes at ALL services
7:00 am
Liturgy of the Word (No Communion)
9:00 am
School Mass
11:45 am
Mass
5:30 pm
Liturgy of the Word (No Communion)
7:00 pm
Mass
Stations of the Cross | 6:00 pm
- February 20 ( Family Focused)
Potluck Dinner | Register in Realm - February 27
- March 6 (Family Focused)
Potluck Dinner | Register in RealmDuring dinner, enjoy a special concert by Jim Wahl and his band as they launch Jim’s new children’s album, Good Dirt.
This joyful evening is a wonderful way to gather as a community during Lent and share music, food, and fellowship. All are welcome!
- March 13
- March 20
- March 27 | Stations at TFS Courtyard
Dinner | Register to come - April 3
Good Friday | Outside Stations | 7:00pm
Lenten Potluck Dinner | 6:30 pm
Join us in Fellowship Hall at 6:30 PM. Bring a meatless soup, chowder, chili, or dish to share.
February 20 | Registration
March 6 | Registration
During dinner, enjoy a special concert by Jim Wahl and his band as they launch Jim’s new children’s album, Good Dirt.
This joyful evening is a wonderful way to gather as a community during Lent and share music, food, and fellowship. All are welcome!
March 27 | Lenten Pasta Dinner Hosted by the Knights of Columbus | Jacoba Hall | Registration
Evening Prayer | 6:30 pm
Please join us for a prayer service in the church.
February 25
March 4*
March 11
March 18
March 25
* Reconciliation will be offered at 7:00 pm
Franciscan Day of Reflection
Saturday, February 28 | 9am-2:30pm Joins us for a Franciscan Day of Reflection with Friar Julio Alberto Martinez, OFM Conv., as he explores the question ‘Can inner peace coexist with restlessness? Drawing from the life of St. Francis, this reflection examine how what may appear to be opposing forces can generate creative and life-giving energy. This day of reflection offers a meaningful opportunity to pause, pray and deepen your spiritual journey during the Lenten season, grounding your preparation for Easter in the Franciscan tradition. Contact: Stacey.Shine@stfrancisraleigh.org |
Service Sundays
Sunday, March 15 | 1pm-4:30pm Arise Collective, will host a Reentry Simulation for parishioners age 16 and up. A reentry simulation is an educational activity that helps participants understand the challenges faced by individuals transitioning from incarceration back into society, often through role-playing and simulated scenarios |
Sunday, March 22nd | 10:00 AM-11:45am In the spirit of St. Francis and the Lenten call to compassion, join us on March 22 for a Pet Adoption Event at our parish. This is a wonderful opportunity to welcome a new companion into your home or to learn more about fostering a pet in need. Local vendors will also be on site, making this a joyful day of community, care for creation, and living out our faith through action. |