St. Francis Weekly

July 15 - July 22, 2026

Embodying God's love by building community through worship, inclusivity, and outreach.

Hello, Friends of St Francis!

Dawn's Reflection - 'Lessons from Sports'

Right now there are a plethora of major sporting events going on and I am invested in all of them: Le Tour de France cycling race, FIFA world cup, and Wimbledon tennis tournament. I have always loved to play, and watch, sports. The athletes' dedication and perseveranc...

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Rev. Joe on Vacation until July 25

Rev. Joe will be on vacation from July 6 to July 25. While he is away, The Rev. Dr. Linda Spiers will serve as supply priest, celebrating and preaching at the July 12 and July 19 services.

If you have a pastoral care need, contact Rev. Linda at 860-559-5070 or by email; or contact Rev. Martha McCreight from St. John's Lutheran Church at 404-565-3592 or by email.

GIFT CERTIFICATES

Contribute to Miles for a Mission by purchasing a Gift Certificate available for sale on a first come, first served basis from Town Fair Tire company in the amount of $150; and North Star Restaurant in the amount of $75. Click below to make your selection.

Gift Certificates

... and Beyond

Court Accompaniment Training July 25

10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Are you looking for a meaningful way to show solidarity with your immigrant neighbors? If so, join SNUI to learn how to safely and effectively accompany immigrant community members to court hearings at the Stamford courthouse.

If you're interested in participating, please see the attached flyer for more information. Email Dawn R with questions.

An eventful weekend at St. Francis! Hard work paid off on Saturday's Landscaping Day. Then we enjoyed The Rev. Dr. Spiers filling in for Rev. Joe and blessing a prayer shawl as well as Frank Mastrone's beautiful solo! We were then treated to an Hawaiian themed coffee hour! Additionally, we had a great meeting with our MFM beneficiary, INTEMPO, such a worthy organization!