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Good News for Our Days: A Gospel Journey of Justice and Mercy, Sundays, January 10 through March 28 Please see bulletin for more information. Take Another Look..., Monday, February 8
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Mardi Gras Gala Dinner Dance, Saturday, February 6, 2010
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We'll dine and dance and celebrate our community and one another. Dancing fun for everyone: No partner needed. All partners and friends welcome. The star-studded evening will feature: YOU and ...
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Live Auction Party Package Preview Some of the "hot" items for the live auction include: a Roaring Twenties Mystery Dinner Party for eight given by Fr. Anthony and the Parish Staff. • Dinner for 10 by Mulvaney's Restaurant at Bogle Vineyards in Clarksburg • Dinner Cruise on the River for six with John Felix and Mike Todd • A week's stay in a condo at golfing mecca Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Get your group together and bid on one of our party packages! Silent Auction Preview Plan to bid on the following: Chocolate Lovers gift basket • Taste of Italy gift basket • Theater, comedy club and River Cats tickets • spa gift certificates • wine • artwork • stunning photos • Something for everyone. And, of-course, you won't want to miss a "taxi dance" with Fr. Anthony!" "Cool Congregations", Wednesday, February 10 As Catholics, we are called to tread lightly and act boldly. This Lent, you will have the opportunity to take the St. Francis of Assisi Pledge to Protect Creation and the Poor. At a first step on our low-carbon Lenten journey, the Adult Faith Formation Committee will host "Cool Congregations". Jennifer Toth, Northern California outreach director for Interfaith Power and Light, will teach us how to estimate our carbon footprint and find the best places to become more energy smart, to reduce global warming and help our sisters and brothers around the world. you will also receive your own "carbon calculator" and a free gift. Valentine's Day Family Dance, Friday, February 12
Ash Wednesday, February 17 Evening Service of the Word (with Ashes) Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the season of Lent, which is not only a time of personal renewal and healing, but also a time to renew the heart and soul of our community—we do not enter Lent alone! The following are the norms for fasting and abstinence during lent: Abstinence from Meat is observed on Ash Wednesday, Good Friday, and all the Fridays of Lent by Catholics 14 years and older. Fasting is observed on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday by Catholics 18 - 59 years old. The traditional norm for fasting is to eat only one full meal. Smaller meals throughout the day, if added up, should not equal more than one full meal. Lenten Community Meals, February 20 through March 27 Menus
St. Francis Welcome Brunch for New Parishioners, February 21 The St. Francis Welcome Team would like to invite all parishioners who have joined our parish in the past year to a brunch—a time to meet members of the Welcome Team, other volunteers, parish staff, and Fr. Anthony—and learn a little more about St. Francis Parish. You do not need to bring anything, and hopefully, you will walk away with an increased knowledge of what makes St. Francis so special. OTHER EVENTS The Hidden Power of the Gospels Cycle Three on the Gospels of Luke February 2 - March 23 (Excluding February 23) More Information:
World Marriage Day — Renewal of Vows, Saturday, February 6 Stress in Your Marriage? AIDS Ministry to Needy Benefit, Sunday February 14
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Rachel's Vineyard Retreat, February 19-21 in Auburn Sponsored by the Diocese of Sacramento. This weekend retreat is a unique and effective process designed specifically to help you experience the mercy and compassion of God. There are many exercises to help you grieve your loss and an opportunity to understand and release the deep feelings of anger, shame, guilt, and grief that frequently accompany an abortion experience. This process is extremely helpful for those who struggle with forgiving themselves or others. Open to women, men, couples, and family members touched by abortion. Cost: $175. Financial assistance available. More Information:
World Day of the Sick, Saturday, February 20 A Decade to Overcome Violence, Tuesday, February 23 More Information:
All Faiths Service to Pray for Inner Peace, Sunday, February 28 More Information:
Day of Penance and Prayer
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For whatever reason you may have left the Church, we are here to listen and to support you. Our goal is to help you make peace with whatever may have caused you to leave. If you want to explore today's church, we can give you a start. That's just one option. We seek to offer whatever you need to continue your spiritual journey, wherever that takes you.
Who is under your carbon footprint? The impact of climate change falls heaviest on the poor.
St. Francis families are invited to join the fun! Finger foods, desserts, and music for dancing. Chaperones not provided, so children must attend with an adult. $9/adult and $6/child (14 and under). Flyers with reservation forms arre available in the church literature racks.
Mass (with Ashes)
Mark your calendars and join us for fellowship and a simple supper, beginning Saturday, February 20 and continuing through Saturday, March 27. Suggested donation: $3 per person. All proceeds from the meals will go to support our Step Ministry outreach to our homeless brothers and sisters. Anyone interested in helping with cooking, set-up, serving or clean-up, please contact Kay (443-8084 x111 or kays@stfrancisparish.com). All dinners include salad, breads, and dessert/coffee.
Have you ever wondered what a Vatican II parish means? What about the difference between a Franciscan and a Diocesan parish—or what makes St. Francis unique? Or, how can I get more involved in this faith community?
There is less than a week left to sign up for Retrouvaille, a program for married couples who feel bored, frustrated, or angry in their marriage. Some couples experience coldness and simply shut down. Others experience conflict and argruments. Most don't know how to change the situtation or even communicate with their spouse about it. This program has helped tens of thousands of couples experiencing marital difficulty at all levels, including disillusionment and deep misery. For confidential information or to register for the February program, beginning with a weekend, February 12-14: (800-283-5952 or 
Ceili, Scottish, Rincones de Mi-Tierra Mexican and Kennelly School dancers; harpists; LIVE music and vocal performances. Sunday, February 14, 3:00pm at St. Anthony Parish Hall. Door prizes to celebrate St. Valentine's Day. Suggested donation: $10 at the door. Children free.