Ministry Spotlights Archive - The Catholic Community of St. Francis of Assisi

CLOW

May 13, 2026

“We do everything they do in the ‘big church,’” explains Jackie Kelly, coordinator of the CLOW ministry. “CLOW mirrors what happens during Mass, but in a way that is focused on the children. The resources…

Care for Creation

April 30, 2026

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Laudato Si’ is Pope Francis’ landmark encyclical issued in 2015 on the care for the Earth and all creation as part of God’s plan for the world. As a follow-up to that letter, in 2021…

L’Arche

April 16, 2026

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L’Arche Ministry at St. Francis of Assisi Parish is committed to fostering a sense of community, family, and participation among its members. Through dedicated fundraising and collaboration with professionals and families in the Triangle area,…

Volunteer Receptionists

March 25, 2026

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The volunteer receptionist ministry is a group of volunteers who serve as the first point of contact for callers and in-person visitors to the parish offices. Ginny Peters is one of those volunteers, and she…

St Francis 50+ Adults Groups

March 12, 2026

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The St. Francis 50+ Adults Group was formed to provide opportunities for social, spiritual, charitable, and educational activities for the benefit of its members, the parish, and the Wake County community. Membership is open to…

Spiritual Direction

February 24, 2026

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Experiencing the restlessness of life, searching down paths that differ from the one God wants for your salvation and his greater glory, needn’t be undergone alone. A spiritual director will gently walk with you for…

Secular Franciscans

February 11, 2026

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Perhaps you’ve heard of the “Secular Franciscans” at St. Francis, and thought, “I wonder what that is? Are they some sort of friar?” Secular Franciscans are ‘secular’, meaning not bound by the full monastic rule…

Men’s Prayer Breakfast

January 29, 2026

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Deacon Steve Andrews and Richard Szulewski work together to provide fellowship for the men of our parish over a shared meal. As Deacon Steve says, “The Men’s Prayer Breakfast ministry is a gathering of men…

Marriage Prep

January 15, 2026

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The marriage preparation process at St. Francis, based on the Diocese of Raleigh’s model, includes several steps over the year leading up to the ceremony. An inquiry form on the parish website initiates the process,…

Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)

January 1, 2026

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With the CSA at St. Francis, you purchase a ‘share’ of the produce grown and harvested. “We operate in the spring, the summer, and the fall, and each season is eight weeks long,” explains Elizabeth.…

CLOW

Care for Creation

L’Arche

Volunteer Receptionists

St Francis 50+ Adults Groups

Spiritual Direction

Secular Franciscans

Men’s Prayer Breakfast

Marriage Prep

Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)

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