We invite you to join us for our monthly English Vigil Mass, held on the first Saturday of each month at 6:30 pm. Following the Mass, there will be musical prayer meetings led by a worship team, along with adoration and catechesis. This month, during catechesis, Br. Loarne will help us delve deeper into the mystery of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, drawing inspiration from Pope Francis' latest encyclical. This initiative is part of our mission to build an international community within our parish for those seeking to deepen their faith.

The next Mass will be on 7th December at 6:30 pm. For those interested in contributing musically, we welcome new members to join the team! There will be a rehearsal on Saturday, 7th December, at 5:00 pm for anyone wishing to participate in the worship team.

We’ve created a dedicated WhatsApp group for communication about rehearsals and organization. Every contribution is welcome! Looking forward to seeing you there!

Tuesday 10th December 2024
Invitation to a Parish Open Meeting

We warmly invite all parishioners and members of the St. Francis community in Chester to join us for a Parish Open Meeting in our parish hall on Tuesday 10th December at 6:30pm.

The meeting will include the following schedule:

• 6:30pm: A brief presentation on the current state of the parish by our parish priest, Br. Piotr.
• 7:00pm: Brainstorming session – What do I love about our parish, and what do we need more of?
• 7:30pm: A short introduction to Divine Renovation by Br. Loarne.
• 8:00pm: Refreshments and an opportunity to socialize.

This is an excellent chance to engage in the life of our parish, share your thoughts, and explore new ideas for our community’s growth. We look forward to seeing you there!

Weekly Events

Morning Masses at the Friary with the Capuchin Brothers

Starting in December, additional morning Masses will be celebrated at 8:00am in the Friary choir (the brothers' chapel) on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Access to the choir is through the church, as the chapel is located behind the sanctuary.

On these days, from 7:00am, the brothers pray Morning Prayer (Lauds) and adore the Blessed Sacrament. You are warmly invited to join us for this time of prayer and adoration.

Please note that on these days, there will be no Masses at the Benedictine Abbey on Curzon Park. Masses at the Benedictine Abbey will continue to be celebrated at 8:00 AM on Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

Weekday Masses at 12:00pm in the church remain unchanged. We warmly invite everyone to join us in prayer.

Invitation to Weekly Parish Community Gatherings Over Coffee and Tea

We warmly invite you to join our weekly parish community gatherings over coffee and tea, held after the Sunday 9:30am Mass. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect, enjoy fellowship, and strengthen our bonds within the community.

If you are interested in helping organize these gatherings on a rotating basis, please send us an email stfrancis.chester@gmail.com Together, we can create a welcoming space where everyone feels at home. We look forward to seeing you this Sunday!

Preparation for Baptism and Confirmation for Adults

Everyone is welcome to join, whether you're already baptized or just looking to grow in your faith. Catechesis classes are held every Saturday at 7:30pm in our parish hall. If you would like to get involved, please let Br Piotr know via email at stfrancis.chester@gmail.com

The Rosary

The Rosary will be recited at 11.30am Monday to Thursday. If you would like to volunteer to lead the Rosary please contact Br Piotr. All are welcome to join in.

The prayers that compose the Rosary are arranged in sets of ten Hail Marys, called "decades". Each decade is preceded by one Lord's Prayer, and traditionally followed by one Glory Be.

Usually, five decades are recited in a session. Each decade provides an opportunity to meditate on one of the Mysteries of the Rosary, which recall events in the lives of Jesus Christ and his mother Mary.

Wikipedia contains a series on the Rosary of the Catholic Church available via this link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rosary

St Francis Holy Hour

We will be meeting weekly for a Holy Hour to pray, to reflect and to share. We pray for our parish and our country in the sacramental presence of our Lord. We reflect on inspired readings and most of all on God’s Word. We share our thoughts and life experiences as Christian brothers and sisters. You are more than welcome to join in weekly, or bi-weekly or just once in a while when you can make it on Thursday evenings from 6:30 p.m. in the Church (Entry via the green door at the left hand side of the Church).

If you have questions call 01244 351331. See you there!

Events in December 2024

Morning Masses at the Friary with the Capuchin Brothers

Starting in December, additional morning Masses will be celebrated at 8:00am in the Friary choir (the brothers' chapel) on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Access to the choir is through the church, as the chapel is located behind the sanctuary.

On these days, from 7:00am, the brothers pray Morning Prayer (Lauds) and adore the Blessed Sacrament. You are warmly invited to join us for this time of prayer and adoration.

Please note that on these days, there will be no Masses at the Benedictine Abbey on Curzon Park. Masses at the Benedictine Abbey will continue to be celebrated at 8:00 AM on Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

Weekday Masses at 12:00pm in the church remain unchanged. We warmly invite everyone to join us in prayer.

Monthly First Friday Devotion
Friday 6th December 2024

Join us for First Friday Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, following the 10.30am Stations of the Cross in St Francis Church, in front of the Sacred Heart statue of our Lord Jesus Christ.

The statue depicts the Sacred Heart of Jesus, a representation of the love of Christ, devotion to which, although it first appeared explicitly in the late 13th century, only became widespread after the Napoleonic Wars.

It was declared a universal feast of the Church in 1856, and in 1875, the year our church was opened, Pope Pius IX exhorted all Catholics to consecrate themselves to the Sacred Heart. It might be considered a visual portrayal of the same sense of Jesus's overflowing love for mankind as is conveyed in the words of Methodist hymns dating from the same era.

Monthly First Saturday Devotion
Saturday 7th December 2024

Join us for First Saturday Devotion to The Immaculate Heart Of Mary. Prayers will be led by members of The St Francis Prayer Group. Part of The Holy Rosary will be said in different languages. Anyone who would like to lead a decade of the Holy Rosary is welcome to come forward.

Saturday 7th December 2024
Invitation to Monthly Saturday Vigil Mass with Worship, Adoration, and Catechesis

We invite you to join us for our monthly English Vigil Mass, held on the first Saturday of each month at 6:30 pm. Following the Mass, there will be musical prayer meetings led by a worship team, along with adoration and catechesis. This month, during catechesis, Br. Loarne will help us delve deeper into the mystery of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, drawing inspiration from Pope Francis' latest encyclical. This initiative is part of our mission to build an international community within our parish for those seeking to deepen their faith.

The next Mass will be on 7th December at 6:30 pm. For those interested in contributing musically, we welcome new members to join the team! There will be a rehearsal on Saturday, 7th December, at 5:00 pm for anyone wishing to participate in the worship team.

We’ve created a dedicated WhatsApp group for communication about rehearsals and organization. Every contribution is welcome! Looking forward to seeing you there!

Sunday 8th December 2024
2nd Sunday of Advent

Tuesday 10th December 2024
Invitation to a Parish Open Meeting

We warmly invite all parishioners and members of the St. Francis community in Chester to join us for a Parish Open Meeting in our parish hall on Tuesday 10th December at 6:30pm.

The meeting will include the following schedule:

• 6:30pm: A brief presentation on the current state of the parish by our parish priest, Br. Piotr.
• 7:00pm: Brainstorming session – What do I love about our parish, and what do we need more of?
• 7:30pm: A short introduction to Divine Renovation by Br. Loarne.
• 8:00pm: Refreshments and an opportunity to socialize.

This is an excellent chance to engage in the life of our parish, share your thoughts, and explore new ideas for our community’s growth. We look forward to seeing you there!

Sunday 15th December 2024
3rd Sunday of Advent

Kids’ Catechesis at St. Francis, Chester
Saturday 21st December 2024

We warmly invite all children who have already received their First Holy Communion to join our monthly Kids’ Catechesis sessions!

Theme: St. Francis – His Life and Inspiration for Us
Objective: Integration, inspiration, and learning through prayer, activities, and fun.
When: Once a month (with some exceptions for dates)

Each session will follow a standard agenda, including prayer, catechesis, practical activities, song, snacks, and opportunities for choir or altar server practice when applicable.

Session Dates and Themes:

Saturday 19th October 2024, at 4 pm
Theme: St. Francis’s Inspired Brotherhood

Sunday 3rd November 2024, at 10:30 am
All Saints’ Ball

Saturday 21st December 2024 at 4 pm
Combined session with the First Communion Group

These catechesis sessions are a wonderful opportunity for children to grow in their faith, make new friends, and learn about the life and teachings of St. Francis in a fun and interactive way.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Sunday 22nd December 2024
4th Sunday of Advent

Wednesday 25th December 2024
The Nativity of the Lord

Sunday 29th December 2024
The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph

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