Join us for our Annual Charge Conference on Sunday, November 8 at 11:20 a.m., immediately following worship in the sanctuary.

This important gathering is a time for our church family to reflect on the past year, celebrate God’s faithfulness, and prayerfully look ahead to the ministry and mission of St. Francis. All church members are invited and encouraged to attend as we listen, discern, and share in the work of the church together.

Sunday, November 15, 10:10-11:45am

Please plan to participate in a churchwide, congregation-led initiative to remember, reflect, dream, and move forward – together. Join us on Sunday, November 15, 10:10-11:45am, as we worship together and celebrate the history and story of St. Francis UMC. This will be the first of two church-wide gatherings as we remember where we’ve been, discern where God may be leading us, and discover what we can do together to be like Jesus in this current time and place. We’ll experience a worshipful, facilitated, interactive workshop beginning at 10:10am. Breakfast snacks will be available just before and during the gathering. Everyone who calls St. Francis UMC your church home (ages 14+) is encouraged to participate. Don’t wait to hear what is decided; BE a part of the decision-making process! Childcare will be provided for our younger members. Your voice belongs in this conversation, and we look forward to seeing you in the room as we honor our past and shape our future – together!

Saturday, December 12, from 9 AM to 12 PM

Tickets go on sale November 2!

Bring the kids to meet Santa, snap a photo, and make sweet Christmas memories together.

Want to help make the morning extra special? Sign up to volunteer on the sheet in the Narthex. We’re also looking for someone to play Santa this year, so let us know if you’re interested in helping fill this special role!

Our goal this year is to share God’s love with children around the world through 50 Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes! All traditional shoeboxes must be returned to the church by November 18, 2026.

We hope to collect:

• 35 traditional shoeboxes filled with gifts and returned to the church.

• 15 online shoeboxes created and sent through Samaritan’s Purse.

You can help us reach our goal by picking up a shoebox at church or creating one online!

Thank you for helping St. Francis share God’s love and bring joy to children around the world!

Common Heart is celebrating 20 years of serving our neighbors with a BIG goal: providing 2,006 Thanksgiving turkey baskets to 2,006 families! You can help make this season brighter by donating $50 for a turkey basket, giving frozen turkeys or nonperishable food items, or volunteering to deliver meals to families on Saturday, November 21.

Nonperishable food donations are needed by November 13, and frozen turkey drop-offs begin November 16. Families in need of Thanksgiving assistance can also register for a meal basket.

Ready to make a difference? Visit Turkeys.CommonHeart.org to donate, volunteer or learn more. Together, we can help ensure our neighbors have a Thanksgiving meal to enjoy!

Sunday, December 13, at 10:10 AM

Celebrate the joy and wonder of the Christmas season with St. Francis through our Christmas Cantata: Lessons & Carols!

Join us or a special morning of Scripture, music, and the story of Christ’s birth. Invite your family and friends to share in this beautiful Christmas tradition! Stay tuned for more details!

As we continue our transition to Tithely, we’re asking everyone at St. Francis to help us make sure our church records are accurate and up to date.

Please complete the Profile Information Update Form for yourself and each member of your family who attends St. Francis. Even if your information hasn’t changed, we ask that you complete the form so we can confirm our records. Thank you for helping us stay connected!

Wednesdays at 10:00am

All women are invited to join our Friendship Bible Study every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. in the Pavilion. We’ll explore Bad Girls of the Bible by Liz Curtis Higgs and discover what their stories can teach us today. Books are available for $15.

October 22–November 26

This fall, St. Francis is partnering with Common Heart’s Common Cupboard to help provide groceries to local families who are experiencing food insecurity. Common Cupboard delivers about a week’s worth of groceries each month to more than 350 families in our community, building relationships along the way.

During October 22 through November 26, we invite you to make a donation to Common Cupboard and help ensure that our neighbors have access to the food they need.

Your generosity can provide more than groceries. It can offer kindness, encouragement, and hope to a neighbor in need.

Wednesday evenings are filled with music at St. Francis!

Chancel Choir rehearsal now begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by Praise Band rehearsal at 7:30 p.m. Whether you’re a longtime musician or simply have a love for singing, new voices are always welcome! Come join us and be part of the music ministry at St. Francis.

9:00 to 9:55 a.m. at the Youth Hut!

Looking for a place to connect, have fun, and grow in your faith? Youth Hang Time is open to all youth and is a welcoming space to build friendships, enjoy meaningful conversations, and grow closer to God in a relaxed and encouraging environment.

Bring a friend and join us this Sunday. We’d love to see you there!

Thursday, December 17
Mario’s Italian Restaurant

Join us for our Annual Holiday Luncheon at Mario’s! Come enjoy good food, fellowship, and a festive time together as we celebrate the Christmas season. We’ll also take some time to share ideas and plan activities for next year’s schedule. Bring your ideas and join the conversation!

Sundays, 9:15 – 9:55 am

Each Sunday, we gather for fellowship and reflection of the sermon text with Lectio Divina, a holy reading. Please come around 9 for coffee and fellowship and join one of worship warm-up group for your deep understanding of the Word. All are welcome and invited!

Finding Hope. Healing. Sanctuary.

Life can be challenging, but you don't have to face it alone. St. Francis United Methodist Church is honored to partner with Sanctuary Counseling Group to offer professional, compassionate mental health and pastoral counseling right here on our campus.

Whether you're navigating anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply looking for someone to talk to, Sanctuary Counseling Group provides a caring, faith-friendly environment where healing can begin. Meet our experienced counselors and take the first step toward hope, healing, and sanctuary.

1st Sunday of the Month

Join us in person as we partake of the Lord's supper during worship.

1st Sunday of the Month

Bring your donated food to the altar for our neighbors in need!

As we head into a new season, we're looking for more caring hearts and helping hands to support our nursery and children's church. If you love kids and want to make a lasting impact, this is a beautiful way to pour into the next generation. Whether you can help weekly or once a month, we’d love to have you on the team!

Interested? Contact Jennie Parker, Director of Children’s Ministries, at children@stfrancischarlotte.org.

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