St. Francis of Assisi Parish

I'd like to briefly let you know about a life-saving prayer project that will take place here in San Jose from September 25 to November 3. I'm hoping that you will be able to join us as we unite with many other cities for a peaceful, prayerful, simultaneous pro-life outreach - 40 Days for Life. We pray that this effort will mark the beginning of the end of abortion.

For the past decade, approximately 20 women meet every Thursday in the Fireside Room to use their skilled hands to knit or crochet shawls/blankets for those suffering from illness or any challenge to their body, mind or spirit. Through word of mouth only, the Ministry has provided over 1500 shawls to those who have made requests on behalf of loved ones, or friends. Over 1500 handmade shawls filled with prayers, hope, and the knowledge to the recipients that they are not alone. The Silent Evangelists - the Prayer Shawl Ministry, offer a loving extension of our faith in God, our church and the gifts of prayer, in a warm, soft shawl.

Parish Goal: $185,000; Pledges: $270,786 – Paid: $227,091; Anticipated Refund: $86,758 Please keep making your regular payments. When all our pledges have been paid, St. Francis of Assisi will use our rebate to reduce parish debt and fund continuing improvements to our parish facilities. Thank you for your support of Bishop Cantú and our local Church. St. Francis of Assisi Parish - September Update

We are looking for volunteer greeters and coordinators for the English, Vietnamese and Spanish baptisms.  Baptisms are on Saturday mornings. If you are interested or would like more information please contact Gillian in the parish office or email ggriffis@dsj.org.