St. Francis Weekly

March 11 - 17, 2026

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

Hello, Friends of St Francis!

Dawn R's Reflection: Where would you sit if you were at Jesus' Last Supper?

Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper is a well known masterpiece. In a few weeks we will yet again celebrate the final supper that Jesus celebrated with his Twelve Disciples. Read more

Special Events and News

St. Francis Movie Group: Saturday, March 14 at 4 p.m.

The St. Francis Movie Club meets Saturday to discuss “Train Dreams,” one of the films nominated for Best Picture at this year’s Oscars. Watch it on Netflix and join us for the discussion in the Historic Church Meeting Room.

Contemplative Prayer: Tuesdays through Mar. 31 at 11 a.m.

Pause with us for contemplative prayer, guided by Rev Joe and Anna Villalon, as we create space for silence, reflection, meditation and God’s grace.

Soup and Bread Gatherings: Wednesdays through March 25 in the Meeting Room

All are welcome to gather for prayer, a book discussion of The Amen Effect by Sharon Brous, and a simple, communal meal of homemade bread and soup every Wednesday at noon during Lent. There will be an evening gathering on Mar. 25 at 6 p.m.

The following chapters of The Amen Effect will be discussed:

Mar 11: Chapters 4-5
Mar 18: Chapter 6
Mar 25: Chapters 7-8
Mar 25 evening: Book Recap

'Walk in Love' Classes

If you are interested in being formally received or confirmed into the Episcopal Church, Rev. Joe will be holding “Walk in Love” classes via Zoom on Mar. 23 and Apr. 6, 20 at 7 p.m. These sessions – which are designed to encourage questions about the history, theology and “whys” of the Episcopal branch of the Jesus Movement – are open to all at St. Francis. They will provide preparation for those seeking to be formally received into the Episcopal Church by Bishop Laura Ahrens on April 26 at St. Francis. Reception is for anyone who has been baptized and confirmed in another denomination; confirmation is for anyone who has been baptized. Please email Rev. Joe if you are interested in being formally received as an Episcopalian. Anyone is welcome to join on Zoom.

Lenten Choral Evensong: March 15 at 5 p.m. in the New Church

Join us for a beautiful Choral Evensong offered by the combined choirs of St. Francis, St. John's Episcopal and St. John’s Lutheran.

Come see our own Frank Mastrone perform at Curtain Call on March 15 at 2 p.m.

Join St Francis parishioners at a fun and heartwarming Frank Mastrone concert at Curtain Call, 1349 Newfield Avenue, Stamford. Click here to purchase tickets.

Free Blues and Beyond Concert on March 21 at FCC at 6:00 p.m.

First Congregational Church of Stamford is offering a FREE concert welcoming THE BLUES & BEYOND on Saturday March 21st, 2026 at 6 p.m. at 655 Stillwater Avenue, Stamford. RSVP here no later than Friday, March 20.

Orchestra Lumos Small Space Concert March 22 in the New Church from 3:00-4:30 p.m.

The music will be a great selection from Broadway including pieces by Gershwin, Porter, and Berstein along with some classics. Farmhouse Restaurant is graciously sponsoring the event and catering during intermission. Click here to purchase tickets.

Interfaith Seder March 26 at Tempel Sinai at 6:30 p.m.

All are welcome at an interfaith Seder at Temple Sinai at 458 Lakeside Drive in Stamford. Click here to register. The event is $18 and open to all.

Multimedia of the Week

Click here to watch Rev Meg's Sunday sermon

Please note: Friday is Rev Joe's sabbath day.

Contemplative prayer was a time for centering, meditation, and sharing. Thanks to Anna V for facilitating the group! Thanks to Audrey and Rev Meg for leading us in worship this week.