Men’s Spirituality Group

formerly: The Brotherhood of St. Andrew

Thursday evenings at Middleway Urban Monastary

Resident Spiritual Director, Mike Halvorson, noted that the topics will pull from scriptural stories –

“all kinds of men – kings, warriors, leaders, followers, young and old – in situations that both

illuminate and shape their faith...and how their responses might light the way” for modern men and

their relationship to God and each other.

The gatherings will be on Thursdays from 6:30 - 7:30 through November 19, 2026.

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." 

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

St. Francis Piece Makers: A Quilt Ministry

Saturday, October 24: 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

Potluck Lunch and Fellowship

November 1, 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.‍ ‍

Blessing Box Sunday

November 8, 2026

Bring your offerings on Sunday, November 8, for our Blessing Box.

Items needed include:

    • 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)

Monthly Retreat on Compassion

Saturday, November 7, 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.

Game Night!

January 23, 2027

(we are taking off for the holidays)

Join us on Saturday, January 23, 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!!