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

The Emmaus Ministry

We have all shared in the loss of a loved one, much as the disciples did when they suffered the loss of Jesus. In the Gospel of Luke, we read of two disciples walking home…

Community Center

February 27, 2025

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Many people know the excellent facilities we have at St. Francis Parish. Outside of Sundays in the Church and when the schools are in session, the Community Center is the focus of the community here.…

St. Vincent de Paul

February 12, 2025

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The St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) Conference at St. Francis of Assisi (SFA) continues its devotion to those in our society experiencing poverty. It supports those in need by providing financial assistance for rent or…

Phoebe Circle

January 31, 2025

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The Phoebe Circle is a ministry formed about two years ago in collaboration with the ‘Discerning Deacons Project,’ whose role is advocating for the reinstatement of the women’s diaconate during the Pope’s call for a…

Hospitality Ministry

January 16, 2025

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For anyone who grew up in the Catholic Church, you knew about the ‘ushers.’ The ushers were usually a group of older dads and other men who pointed out seats to those attending Mass and…

Mass Coordinators: Decorum, Order, and Devotion at Liturgies

January 3, 2025

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Michael and Julie Ducatte are Mass Coordinators (MCs) at St. Francis. Their ministry consists of those who assist the presiders to make sure the Masses have the decorum and elegance befitting the weekly celebration of…

The Helen Wright Center for Women

December 18, 2024

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The Helen Wright Center for Women has provided food, genuine care, and safe shelter to women without children for years. Through intensive case management services, the Center offers its guests an opportunity to break the…

Reaching Out with the Eucharist to the Sick

December 6, 2024

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As with the EM Ministry to the Homebound, the celebration and reception of the Eucharist are fundamental as a sacrament in the Catholic faith. Sometimes, we can find ourselves unable to attend Mass and receive…

EM to Senior Centers and the Homebound

November 22, 2024

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The celebration and reception of the Eucharist are fundamental as a sacrament in the Catholic faith. We often take for granted the ability to attend Mass and receive the body and blood of Christ; some…

Oak City Cares

November 7, 2024

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The Oak City Cares ministry at St. Francis couldn’t assist in a more aptly named cause. Oak City Cares is a community organization named after the City of Raleigh’s nickname, and what it does is…

The Emmaus Ministry

Community Center

St. Vincent de Paul

Phoebe Circle

Hospitality Ministry

Mass Coordinators: Decorum, Order, and Devotion at Liturgies

The Helen Wright Center for Women

Reaching Out with the Eucharist to the Sick

EM to Senior Centers and the Homebound

Oak City Cares

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