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July 14-18, July 21-25 Camp Francis – Registration is Open via Realm
Our popular summer camp, has lots of cool opportunities in athletics, science, arts and various enrichment areas! Camps are half-day or full-day based on age for the 2025-2026 school year. (Rising K-Rising 6th grade) Registration Link: https://www.stfrancisraleigh.org/camp-francis/
July 18-20 Marriage Help – Retrouvaille
Retrouvaille has helped tens of thousands of couples at all stages of disillusionment or misery in their marriage. This program can help you too. Retrouvaille is hosting a weekend in Spanish for married couples in Raleigh July 18-20, 2025. Please visit www.helpourmarriage.org – call 248-789-0276 for more information (Spanish spoken), or please email retrouvailleraleigh@gmail.com in English or in Spanish.
Ayuda Matrimonial – Retrouvaille ha ayudado a decenas de miles de parejas en todas las etapas de desilusión o miseria en su matrimonio. Este programa también puede ayudarte a ti. Para obtener información confidencial o inscribirse en el programa de verano en español que comienza con un fin de semana del 18-20 de julio, llame al 248-789- 0276 (español e inglés) o envíe un correo electrónico a: retrouvailleraleigh@gmail.com o visite el sitio web en www.helpourmarriage.org.
Help Feed Durham Seniors! BROWN BAG MINISTRY NEEDS YOUR HELP! 7/19, 7/28, 8/2, 8/9, 8/16, 8/23
9:00-11:30am. We need volunteers to prepare bag lunches for seniors in two Durham apartment complexes on 8 Saturdays in July and August. These meals—sandwiches, fruit, snacks, and dessert—are delivered every other week and make a real difference. Sign up via St. Francis Serves or contact Pam Peroutky at pperoutky@gmail.com.
July 30 and August 4: Back to School Drive Volunteers Needed
Please join us in supporting the annual Back to School Supply Drive. There are opportunities to help collect, transfer, sort and pack backpacks with supplies to be distributed to students through Our Lady of the Rosary, Passage Home, the Hispanic Family Center, and Inter-Faith Food Shuttle. Click to Volunteer.
July 31 – Lord of the Harvest Healing Ministry
7:00-9:00pm. WE ENCOURAGE you to experience the love of Jesus. Does God still speak to us through our dreams? This week’s class explores Acts 2:17. ‘I will pour out of my Spirit upon all flesh: your children shall prophesy, your young shall see visions, your old shall dream dreams.” Founders Room. Contact Person – Maureen Costello, sentout72@gmail.com.
July 31 – Reflections on a Summer’s Evening – A Concert in the Chapel
7:30pm. Join us for an evening of music designed for quiet listening and thoughtful reflection. “Reflections on a Summer’s Evening” brings together members of the Music Ministry performing piano, flute, bass, and percussion, each inviting us to pause, and listen with open hearts. Contact James Wahl, jim.wahl@stfrancisraleigh.org.
August 6 – Interested in Becoming Catholic?
6:30-9:00pm Are you or anyone you know interested in exploring the Catholic Church as your church home? Let the Order of Christian Adults walk with you on your journey of faith. A new cohort will begin as soon as August 6! Complete the interest form for more info. Contact Charlee Halphen, charleelhalphen@gmail.com.
August 20 – Women’s Ministry: Summer Craft Night
6:30-8:30pm. Ladies, join us for a Paint & Decoupage craft night hosted by Women’s Ministry on August 20th from 6:30-8:30PM. We’ll learn how to make some gorgeous DIY seashells using paint and paper designs in our easy step by step class. Perfect for gifts or ornaments. Register in Realm. Rosemary Czejkowski, sfawomensministry@gmail.com.
August 20 – Women’s Ministry Bible Study:Foundations of Faith: A Journey Through the Catechism of the Catholic Church
10:00am-12:00pm. Join the Women’s Ministry Wednesday morning Women’s Bible Study group as we discover the heart and soul of our Catholic beliefs with “Foundations of Faith: A Journey Through the Catechism of the Catholic Church.” Study runs for 20 sessions/3 socials. Register here. Book available for purchase from Ascension Press for $52.90.
August 23-24 Ministry Fair
Join us after all Masses the weekend of August 23–24 for our Parish Ministry Fair! Representatives from all of our ministries will be available to share information, answer questions, and help you discover ways to get involved. Whether you’re looking to serve, grow in faith, or connect with others, there’s a place for you. Come explore the many opportunities to share your time and talents! Contact Stacey Shine, stacey.shine@stfrancisraleigh.org.
Now – Sept 7 Migrant Ministry volunteers needed
Please consider helping the Migrant Ministry this summer. We are currently looking for volunteers either driving migrant workers to Mass on Sunday or providing food donations on select Sundays. This is an excellent opportunity to serve our Migrant brothers. Please learn more and sign up using St Francis Serves. Contact Tom Carlson, tcarlson28@gmail.com.
September 28 – October 4 – Family Promise of The Triangle
Family Promise. Small Commitment. Big Impact. Make a difference by helping support the lives of families experiencing temporary homelessness. We provide meals and groceries for one week while families work towards permanent housing. Be part of our next hosting. Contact Jim Packard, stfa.fp@gmail.com, 910-389-8936.
October 24-26: Richard Rohr Conference
Join Richard Rohr and other teachers from the Center for Action & Contemplation to explore how to reimagine the faith, stories and traditions that have shaped our Christian lives. Dive into Christianity as a living evolving path rooted in love. Join other parishioners in Albuquerque, NM this fall! Contact Pam Peroutky, pperoutky@gmail.com.
Book Studies at St. Francis of Assisi Church
Interested in joining other parishioners in growing your faith through book studies? Check out the Book Studies currently being run at our parish. We have Bible studies and book studies, both virtual and in person. Click here to learn more about our amazing God through book studies! Contact Deacon Steve Andrews stephenwandrews@outlook.com.