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What's Happening at St. Francis-in-the-Fields
Special Events
June 10: Sacred Bread Baking
Baking bread for use at the Eucharist is a wonderful and quiet way to serve at St. Francis. If you are interested in
learning, or serve on the team and would like a refresher, please join us on June 10 at 6:30 pm for this evening workshop in the St. Francis kitchen, led by Sarah McGovern.
June 15: Jeff Quinn Memorial Golf Outing
The 6th Annual Jeff Quinn Memorial Golf Outing is coming up on Monday, June 15th at Penn Oaks Golf Club in West Chester. St. Francis is always well represented, and it is a fun and meaningful day. Limited space is still
available for those who have not yet registered to play golf. Not a golfer? You can still enjoy the fun by attending the post-play dinner and silent auction. All proceeds benefit the HEADstrong Foundation, which provides emotional and financial support to families struggling with cancer. Please visit our event website to sign up for golf, dinner only, or for more information on this wonderful organization which the Quinn family has been proud
to support over the past 9 years. For more information, click here: JQMF 2026 or see Jill or Mike Quinn with questions.
June 23: Red Cross Blood Drive
Please consider signing up for our next Red Cross Blood Drive on Tuesday, June 23 from 2 - 7 pm. Donors receive a $15 e-gift card and a chance to win a $7,500 prize! Look for the flyer at the bottom of the main entrance stairs for details, and scan the QR code to make an appointment. Or visit redcrossblood.org and use our drive ID SFXWUMC to schedule your next donation. Together we can make a difference!
June 27: Immigration + Racism + Climate = Justice
On Saturday, June 27 from 9:30 am to 2 pm at Daylesford Abbey, 220 S. Valley Road, Paoli. The facilitator, Dr. Carol Zinn, is a Sister of St. Joseph from Philadelphia, PA. She is currently the Executive Director of the Leadership Conference of Women Religious. An educator (pre-K through post graduate), Dr. Zinn has been a consultant to organizations working to further global systemic change and a facilitator to congregations in their endeavors to address global issues and concerns. Registration closes on June 20. Check-in on June 27 is at 9:30 am, and the presentation begins at 10 am. Lunch is included.
July 11: Celebration of Father Kevin’s 10th Anniversary at St Francis
Sunday, July 12 will mark the 10th anniversary of Father Kevin’s first Sunday at St. Francis. In thanksgiving for Father Kevin’s 10-year ministry with us, there will be a party at church on Saturday, July 11 from 5 to 8 pm. Please mark your calendars!
July 13 - July 16: Vacation Bible School
This year Vacation Bible School is on July 13 to July 16, 9 to 11:30 am. We are excited to announce our program from Concordia Supply titled “Emerald Crossing”. Children ages 4 thru 5th grade are welcome to join us. If you have a child older than 5th grade who would like to volunteer to help with crafts and games, we would love their help.
For more information and to register for VBS, click HERE.
July 15: Safe Church Training
On July 15, the Rev. Kristen Ostendorf, Rector of Trinity, Coatesville, will be leading an in-person training at St. Francis. All members are strongly encouraged to take Safe Church Training. Those in the parish who work with children or youth, and all Clergy, Vestry Members, and Officers, are required to have this training, along with the background checks required by the Diocese. Kristen will be available that day at 5 pm to help with background checks (please bring a laptop/tablet if you can). Training will begin at 6 pm. Other congregations are invited, and dinner will be provided by the Brandywine Deanery. Watch for an upcoming email with a link to register. Space is limited.
August 1: St. Francis “Night at the Ballpark”
Mark your calendar! Our summer tradition of fun with the Reading Fightin' Phils at FirstEnergy Stadium in Reading takes place this year on Saturday, August 1. As usual, St. Francis has been invited to sing the National Anthem on the field before the game. Tickets will go on sale later in the year..
Monthly Events
Book Group
The next meeting for Book Group is on September 18 at 1 pm in the library.
We will be reading The First Ladies by Marie Benedict and Victoria Murray.
For any questions about Book Group, please contact Elizabeth Pitt.
Brown Bag Lunch
As in previous years, our Brown Bag Lunch will take a brief break during June, July, and August. We will resume on Tuesday, September 22, with an engaging presentation by Helen and Larry Schroepfers about their European travels. Don't forget to mark your calendar! We look forward to reconnecting with everyone then.
Enneagram Growth Group
The “EGG” meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month, from 6 to 8 pm, at the home of Kevin & Donna Dellaria. This monthly group meets to go beyond basic Enneagram theory through group discussion and reflection. The next meeting is on July 7. Everyone with interest and some experience with the Enneagram is welcome.
Men's Fellowship Breakfast
The Men's Fellowship Breakfast is held monthly on the first Saturday of the month at 9 am at the West Chester Diner, 1147 West Chester Pike, West Chester. This is a BYOB ("Bring Your Own Bucks") event. The next breakfast is on June 13. All men of St. Francis are welcome to attend.
Semi-Monthly Events
Church School
Church School meets on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month during the Sunday morning service. Children then join their parents in the sanctuary for Holy Eucharist. Our Church School uses the StoryMakers NYC curriculum, encouraging children to use their imagination to explore the world of the Bible through activities, crafts, and storytelling. We welcome your children and/or grandchildren to be part of our growing group of young disciples! Our Church School leader is Sherri Lewis.
The last day of church school for spring 2026 is June 14.
Weekly Events
Sunday Night Contemplative Prayer
The group meets in the library on Sunday evenings at 6 pm. The service includes simple prayers and singing, with 20 minutes of Centering Prayer. Everyone is welcome.
Lectionary Bible Study
Lectionary Bible Study meets weekly at 10 am, in-person and on Zoom, to discuss the readings for the upcoming Sunday. Holy Eucharist follows at 11:15 am. A weekly email link is sent out for those who desire to attend virtually.