​This Sunday, July 12th, we are excited to announce that St. Francis having an IN-PERSON OUTDOOR Liturgy of the Word service (No Eucharist) starting at 8:30 am on the front lawn of the church. This is the first in-person service since the Covid-19 lockdown in March…but you know that! Of course, there are protocols to follow:
  • If it is raining, don’t come! (but the weather forecast is clear for this weekend)
  • Try to be situated by 8:30 so we can start while it is relatively cool.
  • YOU MUST WEAR A MASK
  • Bring your own lawn chairs, bottle of water, and hand sanitizer.
  • Dress for the heat - may want to wear shorts, a hat and sunscreen
  • The lawn has been treated for ants, but some of you may want to wear bug spray.
  • Childcare is provided at the pavilion by our nursery workers. They have snacks and water for the children. Masks are encouraged for children.
  • Park in the back parking lot (or gravel lot) unless you are planning to stay in your car for the service.
  • If you are planning to stay in your car, a parking host will give you bulletins and direct you to park in the slots by the lawn. You will need to open your windows to hear the service.
  • AT ALL TIMES maintain 6 feet physical distance from those not in your group.
    • Go to the table and pick up a bulletin.
    • Wait for a host to direct you to a 'circle' for your group.
    • This will be a First in, Last Out seating.
  • Bathrooms are open – enter thru the office door
    • Bathrooms are unisex on Sunday.
    • Only one family at a time in the bathroom.
    • Maintain 6 feet distance in the queue.
    • The bathroom will be cleaned between uses.
 
It will be great to see everyone  - from 6 feet away!!

THANKS TO ALL WHO CAME OUT FOR OUR ANNUAL
​"SAINT FRANCIS DAY BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS"

Video highlights of Summer Camp at Camp Allen.
 Fr. Mitch Tollett and a group of Saint Francis Volunteers
helped with the Junior High Camp the week of July 16th.
"Shall We Gather at the River" performed by Julia Gray  
"Make me a Channel of Your Peace" performed by Lee Barnes
On December 4th, the Saint Francis Youth Group sponsored a Pancake Breakfast with the proceeds going to benefit the "Blue Santa" program.  Thanks to their hard work and the generosity of all who attended, we were able to make a $400.00 donation to this worthy cause!  
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This year's Blessing of the Animals was a great success.  Over 45 pets and 70 people came out for this annual event.  Click on the "Blessing of the Animals" photo to the left to read the article and see the pictures and video courtesy of Tyler Morning Telegraph.
Want to see more photos of pets and their owners?
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Easter 2016 (3/27/16) The women of Saint Francis have a tradition of wearing hats on Easter Sunday as a sign of support for those who have in the past or are currently battling cancer.  This year, we were blessed to have two of our local media outlets join us to share this story.  Thank you Tyler Morning Telegraph and KETK NBC 56 for a job well done.

http://www.myeasttex.com/news/local-news/etx-church-honors-members-with-cancer-wear-easter-bonnets
http://www.tylerpaper.com/TP-News+Local/233356/tyler-churchs-easter-hat-tradition-offers-support-for-women-battling-cancer
The Rt. Rev. Andrew Doyle, Bishop of the Diocese of Texas, visited St. Francis on Sept. 13, 2015. One of the highlights of the visit was the Service of Confirmation and Reception of five new members of the Parish.  The service was followed by a reception in the Parish Hall. 

​Saint Francis youth group at Moore’s Farms Pumpkin Patch  (10/18/15)

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