July 4, 2021 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time MASS SCHEDULE CONFESSION SCHEDULE Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Monday–Friday 4:45–5:25 p.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m., 5:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. Saturday 3:00–4:00 p.m. Sunday 7:00 a.m., 8:30 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., During all Saturday Vigil & Sunday Masses 1:00 p.m. FR. JARROD’S CONFESSION/ADVICE SCHEDULE LITURGY OF THE HOURS Open Canceled Off Monday Friday Morning Prayer, 7:40 a.m. – S M T W Th F S Daytime Prayer, 3:10 p.m.; Evening Prayer, 6:00 p.m. 7/4 7/5 7/6 7/7 7/8 7/9 7/10 11:30 a.m. 3:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m. 2 Father’s Focus This week, St. Francis of Assisi Parish celebrated the sixty-second anniversary of its founding. St. Francis of Assisi was founded on July 1, 1959, a daughter parish of Christ the King. Like most parishes of the diocese, St. Francis’ roots can be traced back to what is now the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Out of the Cathedral (then St. Aloysius) was born St. Joseph parish, which gave way to Christ the King, which in turn gave way to St. Francis. In the fifties, as Christ the King continued to grow, it became apparent that the population of the parish, expanding rapidly in West Wichita, exceeded Christ the King’s capabilities. With a decree by Bishop Mark K. Carroll, St. Francis of Assisi Parish be- came a reality in July 1959. Rev. Msgr. Joseph J. Gerstenkorn was appointed pastor, and he took up residence in his own house, which would also serve as the rectory, 866 N. Socora Street (what is now the Nazareth House). The first outlines of the current parish complex began a few months later as construction got under way on the first parish build- ing. That was only the beginning. In July 1960, the first service was held in the first parish building, and in August, Bishop Carroll blessed the fledgling church complex. An addition to the original building was completed, and in September 1961, the school opened. The church building we now know as St. Francis was blessed in March 1977. Since its founding, St. Francis has given way to two daughter parishes, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton and St. Catherine of Siena. By 1982, St. Francis parish had grown to house 7,000 members and continued to expand. Thus, Bishop David M. Maloney issued a decree establishing St. Elizabeth on March 30, 1982. WELCOME! More recently, on April 26, 2008, St. Catherine of Siena was established by Bishop Mi- At St. Francis of Assisi Parish, we chael Jackels to address the growing need for a new parish in northwest Wichita. strive to be united in the Eucharist and formed as instruments of peace Visit www.stfranciswichita.com/about/our-past/history to read more. through the practice of stewardship in imitation of God’s Triune love. FR. DREW SAYS FAREWELL Through the proclamation of the Gospel we invite you to become Fr. Drew Dellasega begins his new assignment as parochial vicar at St. disciples of Jesus Christ and Thomas Aquinas in Wichita on July 1. He was ordained in 2019 and included within our parish family through worship, fellowship, assigned to St. Francis following his ordination. education, and stewardship. Friends - As I leave St. Francis to begin my new assignment at St. NEW TO OUR PARISH? Thomas Aquinas my heart is filled with gratitude. These past two We’d love to have you join our faith years with all of you have been an immense blessing. I arrived here community! Start the registration at St. Francis soon after my ordination and since that time have grown so much in process by going to serving each of you. There is a certain sadness in leaving the place I have called home stfranciswichita.com or by calling in these past days yet I happily look forward to whatever the Lord has in store for me the parish office. in the years to come. As my first parish each of you will forever hold a special place in my heart, please keep me in your prayers and be assured of my prayers for you as well. Parish Office - Fr. Drew (316) 722–4404 [email protected] www.stfranciswichita.com WELCOME, FR. ANDREW! Parish Office Hours We welcome Fr. Andrew Meng, our new parochial vicar, who Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. began his ministry at St. Francis on Thursday, July 1. Fr. Andrew SACRAMENTS grew up a member of St. Joseph Ost and graduated from Garden Baptisms: Saturdays after 6:00 Plain High School. He then attended Cowley Community College p.m. evening prayer; Sundays after for two years and went on to earn his bachelor’s degree in 1:00 p.m. Mass. Schedule with the microbiology from Kansas State before entering Mundelein church office. Seminary in Mundelein, Illinois. Fr. Andrew was ordained to the Matrimony: Call a priest 9 months priesthood by Bishop Carl Kemme on May 29, 2021. Please join us prior to desired wedding date. in welcoming Fr. Andrew to our parish! . What’s Happening 3 ADORERS NEEDED Jesus waits for you in perpetual adoration at SFA! Spend an hour with your Lord. The following All high school students are invited to join us for CYM on hours are currently in need of adorers. If you are Wednesday night. Throughout the year, we participate in ac- able to cover one of the hours listed, please tivities that allow us to meet new people, grow in our faith, contact Jenny Morgan at [email protected]. and serve our community. We have students from five differ- ent high schools who attend on a regular basis. • Monday, 2:00–3:00 p.m. • Tuesday, 3:00–4:00 a.m. URGENT (Monday into Tuesday) • Thursday, 1:00–2:00 a.m. July 7 – Scavenger Hunt and Pizza Party • Thursday, 3:00–4:00 a.m. URGENT (Wednesday Front Parking Lot – 7:00–9:00 p.m. into Thursday) • Friday, 6:00–7:00 a.m. To sign up to receive texts about CYM, • Saturday, 2:00–3:00 a.m. URGENT (Friday into text SFACYM to 84576. Saturday) What’s Happening OFFICE CLOSED JULY 5 SIGN UP FOR EMAIL & TEXT ALERTS FROM SFA The church office will be closed on Monday, July 5, in ob- We use Flocknote to send out emails and text messages to servance of the Independence day holiday. you. Flocknote is a great way to stay up-to-date with what's On July 5, we will have 8:00 a.m. Mass. 5:30 p.m. Mass is going on around the parish. We send out event reminders, canceled. urgent messages, and other important updates. You just need an email and/or a cell phone number to sign up! To register, MASS RESTRICTIONS TO CEASE just text KSSFA to 84576 or visit www.stfranciswichita.com/ Bishop Kemme has informed the diocese that pandemic Mass communications/email-text-signup restrictions will cease (except for the restriction on the distri- bution of the Precious Blood) effective July 1. CHARITIES COMMITTEE SUMMER HARVEST The Charities Committee “Summer Harvest” is going on now. PSR ENROLLMENT If you are able, please select a fruit or vegetable from the We are currently accepting enrollment for our PSR classes on board located in the church walkway to help nine local chari- the parish website. These classes are for students in K– ties fill their summer needs. Please return all donations to the 8th grade who attend public school and would like religious walkway by Sunday, July 25, with the fruit or vegetable at- instruction on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 – 8:00 tached. Thank you for your support. p.m. Please enroll before August 4 at www.stfranciswichita.com/youth/psr. For more information, 29TH ANNIV. IHM ROSARY GROUP contact Theresa Herman, PSR director, at The Immaculate Heart of Mary Rosary Group will be cele- [email protected]. brating its 29th anniversary on Tuesday, July 27, at 7:00 p.m. in the church. The event will start with a rosary and the group’s traditional prayers which include the Litany and the PSR TEACHERS NEEDED Divine Mercy Chaplet, followed by a social in the lobby. All SFA Parish School of Religion (PSR) is looking for co- parishioners are welcome. catechists to help teach K-8th grade public school students on Wednesday nights 6:30-8:00 p.m., August-April. Curriculum is REBUILD MY CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENT provided. For more information, contact Theresa Herman, A number of St. Francis of Assisi parishioners have al- PSR director, at [email protected]. ready stepped up to serve on the Ambassador Cabinet for the Rebuild My Church campaign. We would like to thank SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL CORNER the following parishioners for their extraordinary stewardship to St. Francis of Assisi. In today’s Gospel the people exclaim: “What mighty deeds are wrought by his hands!” Because of your gift to Mallory & John Borrego, Don & Amy Brugman, PJ & Steph- the Society of St. Vincent de Paul many “mighty deeds” anie Forbes, Robert & Mary Carter, Rob & Tara Falconio, are accomplished for the poor. Through May and June Stephen & Julia Hermann, Noah & Amber Kluge, Mike & the St. Francis Council of the Society of St. Vincent de Phyllis Kuckelman, David & Dana Leivian, David & Patri- Paul has helped 13 families with approx $3500.00 in cia Lies, Juli McClure, Chuck & Barbara Mies, Greg & Har- rent, utilities and funeral assistance.