There are two funerals in the parish this week. A Funeral Mass is being held on Friday, July 26th at 1pm for Jose S. Ramirez. Visitation in the church gathering space will begin at 12pm. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, July 27th at 9:3oam for Carmen Tirado with visitation in the gathering space starting at 8:30am. Please pray for Jose and Carmen's souls, as well as for comfort and peace for their families.
On Saturday evening, July 27, following mass, visiting guest artists, the Lee/Lich Duo be at St. Francis to perform a piano, organ, and classical guitar recital. The concert begins at 5:15 p.m. and is open to the public free of charge.
In our Catholic faith, true leadership is rooted in the example of Jesus Christ. He came not to be served, but to serve (Matthew 20:28). This is the essence of servant leadership, a model that emphasizes humility, compassion, and commitment to the well-being of others.
