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Parish Life

The Parish Life Committee assists in the fostering of ongoing relationships among parish members through welcoming new members, sponsoring parish-wide activities that promote interaction among members, developing communication instruments for keeping members informed about parish life, and maintaining a parish calendar of events. It also serves as the public relations link with the larger community. Following are a list of committees that encompass "Parish Life".

Christian Family Movement (CFM)

Want to meet other parents who share your Christian values? Want to have your family have fun with other church families? Want to share your faith with other adults? Want to get involved in your parish community? Christian Family Movement will provide all of this and more. Contact Jennifer Mauro at 223-4577 for more information.

Knights of Columbus

The Knights is a group of men that brings fellowship along with their fundraising for many groups like the Mentally Challenged, Special Olympics, ARC Industries, Ruby Van Meter School and Bishop Drumm Alzheimer Unit. Check out the St. Francis Knights of Columbus Web site for more information.

Sunday Nursery

St. Francis of Assisi provides a Nursery during our 9:30 am Sunday Mass. You must be pre-registered. This is a co-op of parents. Please contact Wendy Steffes at 285-5999 for more information.

Tiny Treasures of St. Francis

Come meet new friends through our playgroup and have an opportunity for a "Mom's Night Out" planned once a month. The Tiny Treasures of St. Francis Playgroup meets every Wednesday at 9:30 am. For more information and playgroup location, please contact Nickie at 987-9871