Join us every Sunday at 10:10am for worship

In person in the sanctuary or online via YouTube!

Help Us Stay Connected!

As we continue our transition to Tithely, we’re asking everyone at St. Francis to help us make sure our church records are accurate and up to date.

Please complete the Profile Information Update Form for yourself and each member of your family who attends St. Francis. Even if your information hasn’t changed, we ask that you complete the form so we can confirm our records. Thank you for helping us stay connected! Click here to fill out the form.

Friendship Biblestudy

Wednesdays at 10:00am

All women are invited to join our Friendship Bible Study every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. in the Pavilion. We’ll explore Bad Girls of the Bible by Liz Curtis Higgs and discover what their stories can teach us today. Books are available for $15.

Chancel Choir & Praise Band Rehearsals

Wednesday evenings are filled with music at St. Francis!

Chancel Choir rehearsal now begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by Praise Band rehearsal at 7:30 p.m. Whether you’re a longtime musician or simply have a love for singing, new voices are always welcome! Come join us and be part of the music ministry at St. Francis.

Fall Church-wide Clean-Up Day

Saturday, October 17, from 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Let’s get our church grounds ready for fall! Drop by anytime between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. to lend a hand as we work together to care for and beautify our church home. Bring your rakes, gloves, and a willingness to pitch in. All ages and helping hands are welcome!

Worship Warm-Ups

Sundays, 9:15 – 9:55 am

Each Sunday, we gather for fellowship and reflection of the sermon text with Lectio Divina, a holy reading. Please come around 9 for coffee and fellowship and join one of worship warm-up group for your deep understanding of the Word. All are welcome and invited!

Support Common Cupboard

October 22–November 26

This fall, St. Francis is partnering with Common Heart’s Common Cupboard to help provide groceries to local families who are experiencing food insecurity. Common Cupboard delivers about a week’s worth of groceries each month to more than 350 families in our community, building relationships along the way.

During October 22 through November 26, we invite you to make a donation to Common Cupboard and help ensure that our neighbors have access to the food they need. Your generosity can provide more than groceries. It can offer kindness, encouragement, and hope to a neighbor in need.

Pinewood Elementary 2026 Teachers’ supplies list

Help us support the teachers at Pinewood Elementary! St. Francis United Women of Faith and AACT are collecting much-needed classroom supplies throughout October. Donations of wide-ruled paper, pencils, copy paper, tissues and wipes can be placed in the collection box in the Narthex by October 24. Thank you for helping us bless our local teachers through this churchwide mission!

Annual Trunk-or-Treat

October 24 at 4:00–6:00 p.m.

Get ready for some Halloween fun at St. Francis’ Annual Trunk-or-Treat! Join us on October 24 from 4:00–6:00 p.m. for decorated trunks, treats, games and family fun!

We’re looking for volunteers to sign up to host and decorate a trunk and help make this a fun-filled evening for our community. We’re also collecting individually wrapped candy, stickers, temporary tattoos and other Halloween treats to hand out during the event.

Whether you decorate a trunk, donate treats or simply come enjoy the fun, there’s a place for you at Trunk-or-Treat. All are welcome!

First Sunday Food Collection

Help us care for our neighbors by bringing non-perishable food donations on the first Sunday of every month. St. Francis is proud to partner with Common Heart to help stock local food pantries and support families in our community facing food insecurity.



Every donation, no matter the size, makes a difference. Thank you for helping us share God's love through acts of compassion and generosity.

Annual Charge Conference

November 8 | 11:20 a.m

Join us for our Annual Charge Conference on Sunday, November 8 at 11:20 a.m., immediately following worship in the sanctuary.

This important gathering is a time for our church family to reflect on the past year, celebrate God’s faithfulness, and prayerfully look ahead to the ministry and mission of St. Francis. All church members are invited and encouraged to attend as we listen, discern, and share in the work of the church together.

Annual Holiday Luncheon

Thursday, December 17 | 11:30 a.m. | Mario’s Italian Restaurant

Join us for our Annual Holiday Luncheon at Mario’s! Come enjoy good food, fellowship, and a festive time together as we celebrate the Christmas season. We’ll also take some time to share ideas and plan activities for next year’s schedule. Bring your ideas and join the conversation!

Installation Service

Sunday, October 25, at 5:00 PM at Central United Methodist Church in Concord

Join Bishop Ken Carter, Metro District clergy, district leadership, and church members from across our area for the official Installation Service welcoming Rev. David Hockett as our Metro District Superintendent.

All clergy and laity are invited to attend as we gather in worship, celebrate this new season of leadership, and offer our prayers and support for Rev. Hockett’s ministry. We hope you will join us for this special occasion in the life of our district.

Finding Hope. Healing. Sanctuary.

Life can be challenging, but you don't have to face it alone. St. Francis United Methodist Church is honored to partner with Sanctuary Counseling Group to offer professional, compassionate mental health and pastoral counseling right here on our campus.

Whether you're navigating anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply looking for someone to talk to, Sanctuary Counseling Group provides a caring, faith-friendly environment where healing can begin. Meet our experienced counselors and take the first step toward hope, healing, and sanctuary.

Learn more or schedule an appointment at stfrancischarlotte.org/sanctuary-counseling.