The Brotherhood of St. Andrew

The Brotherhood of St. Andrew is a men’s ministry group with the mission to inspire, empower, and equip men to spread the Gospel message. Started in 1883 in Chicago, IL, it now has chapters around the world. A portion of each meeting is devoted to each of the disciplines of prayer, study of scripture, and service.

Bible Study

Tuesdays, 9:45 AM - 11:15 AM

Each Tuesday, a group meets in St. Claire’s Chapel for a weekly bible study on the upcoming Lectionary Scriptures. The group uses a Lectionary Bible Study Resource from the Episcopal Church Office of Communications entitled “Bible Studies that Work”. Everyone is invited!

Chair Yoga

1st, 3rd, and 4th Thursdays of every month at 10:00 am

Chair Yoga is a modified version of Yoga poses, stretches, and movements, paired with breath and focus, performed within the confines of a chair.  The meaning of Yoga is yoking body, mind, and spirit.   An article from John Hopkins University summarizes 9 benefits of yoga. These benefits include musculoskeletal improvements, heart health, reducing pain, reducing anxiety, and improving overall wellness. 

The class runs 45 minutes and ends in a quiet period of about 2 minutes of silent rest.  A signed standard exercise release of liability is required for participation. These will be provided and on the table. 

Yoga food for thought:   This excerpt is from Light on Life by B.K.S. Iyengar (a well-known author and Yogi) :

"Duality is the seed of conflict. But we all have access to a space, an inner space, where there is an end to duality, an end to conflict....Asana (movement) and pranayama (breath) are the apprenticeship to that transcendence of duality. Once duality has been reconciled...by the grace of God, the supreme gift of samadhi (union) may be granted." 

Blessing Box Sunday

September 13, 2026

Bring your offerings on Sunday, September 13, for our Blessing Box. Items needed include:

  • Spaghetti

    • Spaghetti

    • Spaghetti Sauce

    • Tuna

    • Breakfast Items

    • 1 lb. bags of Beans

    • Cans of Corn & Beans

    • Peanut Butter Crackers

    • Peanut Butter

    • Jam or Jelly

    • Applesauce

    • Fruit Cups

    • Toiletries (Toothpaste and Toothbrushes)

Youth Bible Study

For 6th – 10th graders attending St. Francis, St. Andrew’s, and St. Thomas

Led by Jennifer Lilleker, the Director of Youth Ministries at St. Andrew’s

Thursday evenings from 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM in St. Clare’s Chapel at St. Francis

Topics:

  • 9/17: Bible Translations and Overview of the Study Bible

  • 9/24: NO BIBLE STUDY

Brazos Hunger Solutions Community Summit

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

St. Francis Piece Makers: A Quilt Ministry

Saturday, September 26: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

There will be a potluck lunch.

The Labor Day Road Trip was super fun!!!! We met up with a couple of other friends from the quilt guild and had a table of 9 for lunch at Reba’s in Giddings, TX. 

Things to do:

  • Continue working on W/C quilts for VA; all must be turned in to Kathy no later than Sunday, October 4th .

  • Continue work on a group project for SHP (sewing 2.5” strips for a rail fence pattern - cutting to 6” blocks)

  • Please bring any finished and cut blocks to the next mtg.

Contact Kathy Switzer for more info or with any questions: kathyswitzer86@gmail.com

Game Night!

September 26, 2026

Join us on Saturday, September 26, for Game Night!! We meet from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM in the sanctuary.

This is a time for fun and fellowship while playing games, and sometimes winning prizes!! You do not need to be a member of St. Francis to join us- this is a time for all to come together.

Bring a snack to share.

Hope to see you there!!

EMPTY BOWLS

Painting Event

Wednesday, September 30 at 10:00 AM

The Brazos Valley Empty Bowls event is coming up on Sunday, November 1, 2026! Come choose a one-of-a-kind handmade bowl, enjoy a warm serving of soup, and spend time in community while helping make a real difference. Every bowl is donated by a community member, and every dollar raised supports the Brazos Valley Food Bank.

Want to be part of the fun?

Paint a bowl that will be sold at the Empty Bowls event!

Join us at U Paint-It at 900 Harvey Road to paint a bowl.

  • When: Wednesday, September 30, at 10:00 a.m.

  • Where: U Paint-It at 900 Harvey Road

  • Cost: $20 per bowl

What happens next: U Paint-It will fire your bowl, bringing out its finished beauty before it is donated to the Empty Bowls event.

RSVP to Sara Ptomey at saraptomey12@gmail.com or call her at 281-684-2512.

Potluck Lunch and Fellowship

October 4, 2026

On the first Sunday of each month, the church has a potluck lunch immediately after the 10:30 AM service. Everyone brings a side dish or dessert, and the Vestry provides fried and baked chicken.‍ ‍

Monthly Retreat on Compassion

Saturday, October 10, 2026

Join us as we discuss justice and redemption as seen in the book Liturgies for Resisting Empire: Seeking Community, Belonging, and Peace in a Dehumanizing World by Kat Armas.

We meet at 10:00 AM for discussion, fellowship, friendship, food, fun, and a whole lot of sharing about God’s work in our lives.

Let’s form a St. Francis Team!!

No one in this world should be hungry. That's why the CROP Hunger Walk is more than just a yearly gathering. It's a movement that's 57 years strong, made up of compassionate people in more than 500 communities across the U.S.

The steps we take - and the funds we raise together - will provide life-saving support, including emergency food and resources, along with the seeds, tools and programs that will help families feed themselves in the future.

Recruit a team of family and friends to join a CROP Hunger Walk in your community. Every step and every donation ends hunger!

To learn more about the Bryan/College Station CROP Hunger Walk: https://events.crophungerwalk.org/chw/event/bryantx