by Steve Patti | Dec 9, 2018 | Pastor's Column
We sometimes receive questions about the clerical abuse scandal, and last week we received the following letter from our bishop (see page 3). Please also know that if you have any questions about safe environment policies here at St. Francis, or anything to do with...
by Steve Patti | Nov 4, 2018 | Pastor's Column
We have heard yet again the tragic news of a mass shooting, and last weekend the news was from the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, PA. Last Sunday evening, the Beth Meyer synagogue here in Raleigh hosted a Tree of Life Vigil. The synagogue, on that evening, was...
by Steve Patti | Oct 21, 2018 | Pastor's Column
In this month that we celebrate our patron saint Francis of Assisi, the following is a bold statement from the six provincial ministers of the U.S. Franciscan provinces. As you read it, you may agree with it, or you may disagree with it, but its words move beyond any...
by Steve Patti | Oct 14, 2018 | Pastor's Column
Last weekend was busy here as on Saturday we had two celebrations of confirmation, and last Sunday afternoon we had our annual blessing of the animals. Thanks to everyone who helped organize our confirmation services, and congratulations to all who received the...
by Steve Patti | Oct 7, 2018 | Pastor's Column
Last Saturday, we hosted a day-long Franciscan Spirit and Life conference with the theme of “Dare to be Franciscan.” Our key-note speaker was Fr. Dan Horan, a member of our Franciscan province who teaches at the Catholic Theological Union in Chicago and who has...
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