St. Francis Parish Bulletin – October 11, 2026

School is in session Monday, October 12 The first quarter of the school year ends Friday, October 16.
Eighth grade trip to Washington, D.C. The eighth grade classes from St. Francis and St. Dominic travel October 11-16, with Father Ken as a chaperone.
Holy Name Pancake and Sausage Breakfast, Sunday, October 18 8 a.m. to noon in the parish center, with biscuits and gravy. It costs $12 for adults, $6 for ages 4-10 and is free under 4. Fresh sausage is $5 per pound in links or bulk; call or text Ed Zanger at 217-430-9236 to order.
Ladies of St. Francis meeting moved to Tuesday, October 27 The meeting is at 5:30 p.m. For reservations, call or text Mary Fitzsimmons at 217-553-8871.
Holy Name meeting Wednesday, October 14 6 p.m. in the parish center. All men of the parish are welcome.
Francis Fraternity October events Thursday, October 15, 7-8:15 p.m., is a service night organizing and cleaning garages near the school; meet in the school parking lot. Thursday, October 22, 7-8:15 p.m., is golf and snacks at the KC Range, and there is no meeting October 29. Questions go to John McDowell at 217-440-8187.
BEAR youth group for grades 6-8 Mondays 6:45-8 p.m.: S’mores with the Saints on October 12, Balderdash on October 19 and Service Night on October 26.
Capital campaign closes December 31 The three-year “Growing in Faith” campaign ends December 31, 2026, and pledges should be completed by then.

Father Arisman’s column on the wedding feast parable and the Eucharist as God’s invitation.
Mass intentions for October 12-18, plus the week’s parish calendar and liturgical ministers for October 17-18.
Stewardship report for the week of October 4, including the Annual School Fund.
Parish notices Rest in peace, Kathleen Grussenmeyer. Rachael Morrison and Jordan Kyles were married October 3. A thank-you for the School Golf Outing, whose proceeds go to the playground fund.
Volunteers and openings Hospital visitors for parishioners at Blessing (call Mary Fitzsimmons, 217-553-8871). Grief Share interest for a January start (contact Deacon Dennis or Pat Holbrook). A part- or full-time parish maintenance position.
Around the area Ladies of Charity open house October 12. Adoration for Priests at St. Rose on October 18. The Quincy Deanery CCW Fall Gathering in Pittsfield on November 18. Knights of Columbus raffle and Friday chicken dinners.