Liturgy Schedule

MASS SCHEDULE

SATURDAY VIGIL MASS

4:00 PM

SUNDAY MASSES

8:30 AM, 11:00 AM & 6:00 PM

DAILY MASS

Monday to Saturday at 8:00 AM

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION (CONFESSIONS)

Saturday 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Before 8:00 AM Daily Mass

SACRAMENT OF THE ANOINTING

Please call the parish office.

Our Mission

St. Francis of Assisi Parish is a Faith Community of Catholic Christians who are joined in love and guided by the Holy Spirit, called to deepen the awareness of God’s presence in the lives of his people. As a Faith Community, we live God’s Word through Worship, Service, Evangelization, and Community. With Christ as our model and St. Francis of Assisi as our patron, we desire to fulfill our mission for the benefit of all people. An ever vibrant and growing Faith Community is our prayer.

Know anyone in need?

If you or someone you know is in need, regardless of faith, nationality, race, orientation or political opinion, our St. Vincent de Paul Society here at St. Francis of Assisi Parish is here to help. Please contact us at the Parish Office (716-627-2710).

Faith Formation

Click HERE for the Faith Formation Website.

Sanctity of Life Ministry

As members of the Catholic Church, we have been entrusted in a special way to promote, safeguard and protect the Sanctity of Human Life. Together we can make a difference and help bring about a change of heart in our society. To be a part of this most important ministry and work, join us every Friday morning, beginning with Mass at 8:00 AM, followed by prayers and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament until 9:00 AM. Safeguard All Human Life: Pregnancy Hotline 716-847-2205

Called To Serve As Franciscan Friars

If you would like information about our Friars and/or how to become one, Click on Franciscan Friars and/or Franciscan Voice take a look at our websites.

CONGRATULATIONS 1ST COMMUNION CLASS OF 2021!

Advent Greetings from Fr. Ross

Advent is here–Christmas is near. May we use this time before us to slow down a little and take some time to reflect on the real meaning of Jesus’ birth, reminding us that our God, who is Father, truly cares for us and wants to be a part of our lives as we continue our earthly journey. He is here with us in the good times and the difficult times. As John the Baptist says, “Prepare the way of the Lord.”

IF YOU HAVEN’T AS YET BEEN VACCINATED, PLEASE DO YOURSELF, THOSE YOU LOVE AND US A FAVOR! IT IS NOT A QUESTION OF PERSONAL FREEDOM OR RIGHTS. I’M SURE YOU WOULD NOT WANT TO BE THE CAUSE OF ANYONE GETTING SICK. ALSO, IF YOU HAVEN’T AS YET BEEN VACCINATED, PLEASE WEAR A FACE MASK WHEN YOU COME TO CHURCH!

We continue to celebrate our daily Masses (8:00 AM) and our weekend Masses in person (Saturday at 4:00 PM and Sunday at 8:30 AM, 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM.) While the obligation to attend Mass has resumed, we continue to Live Stream all our Masses for those who are unable to be physically present. The Masses are also saved if you would like to view Mass a little later on in the day. At the appropriate time click on “Live Stream Mass” below and then click on the “▹” which is found in the center of the screen.

May our closeness to God and each other fill our hearts with hope and confidence. May we continue to bless one another with our kindness, gentleness, patience and prayers.

Click ☞ Live Stream Mass

Click ☞ Evening Chat

Our Facebook Evening Chat around 7:30 PM, Monday to Friday, continues to be a little bright spot in the day. It lasts about 10 minutes or so and finishes off with prayer for all those important intentions that we have. To join us, click on “Evening Chat” above.

Don’t forget to check out our Weekly Bulletin, the Sunday Homily and Reflection. (The tabs are found below.) Please do not hesitate to contact me with any of your questions or concerns via email (fr.ross@verizon.net) or give me call (Office: 627-2710, Ext. 11 / Cell: 410-258-4087).

Wow * Bingo * Wow

Our Evening Bingo takes place every Wednesday in our Social Center at 7:30 PM and has really taken off. Please tell your family members and friends to join us. A good time is promised to all. And, “Hey, you never know…”

Weekly Bulletin Parish Calendar Sunday Homily Reflection

Directions Click Here

Online Giving (E-Giving)

WE ARE DOING OUR PART TO HELP LIMIT THE SPREAD OF THE COVID-19 VIRUS. WE ARE VERY AWARE THAT THIS HAS IMPACTED YOUR FINANCIAL SITUATION. AS YOU CAN IMAGINE, THIS HAS BEEN HAVING AN THE IMPACT ON OUR FINANCES ALSO. PLEASE CONSIDER, IF YOU ARE ABLE, USING OUR ONLINE GIVING (E-GIVING) PROGRAM. THERE ARE A NUMBER OF DIFFERENT OPTIONS AVAILABLE. THE SIGN-UP PROCESS IS QUITE SIMPLE. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND/OR TO SIGN-UP FOR THE PROGRAM, PLEASE CLICK ONTO THE FOLLOWING LINK:

ONLINE GIVING LINK

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR NEED ASSISTANCE, PLEASE CALL THE PARISH OFFICE AT 627-2710.

Join Us

If you are with us on a regular basis and have not registered, Click here to download the Registration form PDF. You can mail it in or drop it off in the collections basket when you come to Church. Call us if you have any questions or concerns.

Help For The Abused

If you or someone you know have been abused or victimized by someone representing the Catholic Church, we encourage you to come forward and make a formal complaint of abuse to the Diocese and to arrange a personal meeting with the bishop or his representative, if you so desire. The victim assistance coordinator for the Diocese of Buffalo is: Ms. Jacqueline Joy at Catholic Charities, 425 Main Street / Dunkirk, NY 14048 or jacqueline.joy@ccwny.org. The Sexual Abuse Report Hotline is (716) 895-3010. For any assistance, please contact Fr. Ross.

Live Streamed Masses

We continue to live stream our Masses. Please click here: Live Stream Mass.

Christmas Masses

We are proposing the following TENTATIVE schedule of Christmas Masses. All Masses will be in the church. We have to keep in mind the possibility of changes with regard to any COVID directives that might come from Diocese or Erie County. The wearing of masks during Mass has been re-instated.
CHRISTMAS EVE
4:00 PM & 10:00 PM
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CHRISTMAS DAY
9:00 AM and 11:00 AM