A Better Choice
Mission Providing Christ like counseling in a dignified and respectful atmosphere concerning pregnancy issues, abortion alternatives and healthy lifestyle choices. Activity / Explanation We offer a variety of services at our organization such as pregnancy tests, sonograms, newborn baby items,... Read More
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Bereavement Committee
Mission To offer support and meet the special needs of fellow parishioners who have experienced the death of an immediate family member. Activities Mass cards with a letter are sent to the bereaved of our parish who have lost an... Read More
Bible Study Groups
Mission To bring people to a greater understanding of the Bible, an awareness of God’s living presence in Scripture, and an appreciation of how the Bible can be applied to daily life. To foster love and knowledge of the Bible... Read More
Book Club at St. Francis
Mission To read and discuss books of wide variety from classics to current theology themes to Catholic novels. Book Club meets on the third Monday of every month. Activity / Explanation We discuss a selected book, afterwards have a luncheon... Read More
Boy Scout Troop 762
Mission The Mission of Troop 762 is to develop future leaders of America, by providing leadership opportunities through scouting. This will be accomplished by teaching and promoting the Scout Law, developing their skills through rank advancement, and providing a proud,... Read More
Called and Gifted
Mission is a process to assist Catholics in discovering their spiritual gifts. The workshops, working with trained teachers and interviewers, will teach you how to develop charism discernment and how to evaluate your results.
Catechesis Of The Good Shepherd
Mission To foster a community where children and adults live together a religious experience which facilitates participation in the wider community of the family, the church and other social spheres. Activities Children and catechists meet weekly to meditate with themes... Read More
Catholic Youth Ministry (CYM)
Mission To assist parents in forming their children to become lifelong disciples of Jesus Christ. We wish to empower our young people to live as faithful disciples of Jesus Christ by drawing them into active participation in the life and... Read More
Charities Committee
Mission To donate our time and talent to help bridge the needs of our community through various drives and activities Activity / Explanation The Charities Committee sponsors four blood drives yearly for the American Red Cross. They also maintain food... Read More
Church Cleaning Guild
Mission Cleaning the Church, Adoration Chapel and hallway to the school Activity / Explanation Cleaning rooms, halls, windows, entrances etc. Meeting Frequency / Contact Clean on Monday mornings after 8:00 am Mass Clean on Friday mornings after 8:00 am Mass
Confirmation Preparation
Mission The Catechism of the Catholic Church states: 1285 Baptism, the Eucharist, and the sacrament of Confirmation together constitute the “sacraments of Christian initiation,” whose unity must be safeguarded. It must be explained to the faithful that the reception of... Read More
Elijah Cup
Mission Fostering vocations through family prayer. (This is a great activity for children.) Activity / Explanation At the end of communion each weekend, the priest calls the scheduled family or individual forward to receive the Chalice. He asks them to... Read More
Family Fun Night
Mission To bring together parishioners, parents, faculty, students, and the community for a safe, fun, family-oriented night of activities during the Halloween season. The evening is filled with room-to-room games, raffles, silent gift basket auctions, and lots of homemade goodies.... Read More
Fasting Brothers
Mission Groups of men offering various forms of fasting to augment the prayer efforts of a Seven Sisters group. Each man prayerfully discerns the type of fasting he will offer and commits to fast a designated day of the week... Read More
Guadalupe Clinic
Mission As missionary disciples of Christ, and with other people of good will, Guadalupe Clinic works to provide access to quality health care for people in need. Christian Values: We are a faith-driven clinic; guided by the principles of the... Read More
Guardians
Mission The guardians ministry are stewards that have specific skills related to or are willing to be trained in the areas of Church Security, emergency response, and or immediate medical care.
Handyman’s Guild
Mission Goal of this guild is to help us, and our community, come together to restore and reinvigorate what it means to be community. A community where we help each other, our loved ones, and St. Francis by pooling our... Read More
Harvest House
Mission To provide senior adults an opportunity to meet monthly for prayer, service, recreation, celebration, and socializing with fellow parishioners. Activity / Explanation Programs include speakers, Holy Hours, picnics, dinners, day trips, healing services, and diocesan tours.
Knights of Columbus #4118
The Knights of Columbus mission is to empower Catholic men to live their faith at home, in their parish, at work, and in their community. Founded in 1882 by Father Michael J. McGivney, the organization is guided by four core... Read More
Lector
Mission The primary purpose of a Lector in the Catholic Church is to proclaim the Word of God from Sacred Scripture during liturgical celebrations. By doing so, they act as the “storyteller” for the community, ensuring the faithful hear the... Read More
Library, St. Anthony of Padua Library
Mission To provide spiritual and intellectually enriching materials in support of our Catholic faith to deepen the quality of spiritual life of St. Francis of Assisi parishioners. All materials are available free of charge. Activity / Explanation Volunteers and patrons... Read More
Little Flowers
Mission To provide young Catholic girls with an opportunity to gather and learn about their Catholic heritage, faith and traditions; while doing fun activities, service projects, crafts, field trips and camps. Girls will gain a strong self-esteem in being young... Read More
Liturgy of the Hours
Mission To pray The Divine Office- the prayer of the People of God-communally and publicly at St. Francis of Assisi Church. The Liturgy of the Hours sanctifies the whole day by extending the graces of Sunday Mass (and Daily Mass)... Read More
Mary & Martha Ladies Guild – Wedding Receptions
Mission Our committee offers personal assistance to couples planning wedding ceremonies and receptions at St. Francis of Assisi Parish. Activity / Explanation We upkeep a convenient website which displays our list of diverse rental items. Beneficial services are also provided,... Read More
Mom’s Day Out
Mission The Mom’s Day Out Program is designed to provide a service to stay-at-home parents and their young children. In exchange for babysitting time one Thursday a month, the parent in turn gets three Thursdays of “free time.” Meanwhile, the... Read More
Mowing Guild
Mission To gather parishioners of like professional skills to offer their talents for grounds keeping for the good of the parish. Activity / Explanation To keep our Church & School campus looking clean cut and eye appealing. We bring parishioners... Read More
NAP with Blankets, Urban Renewal
Mission Pray for the impoverished and homeless. Giving them the hope and love of Jesus. Show people the truth about their own worth and dignity. Develop relationships of love and acceptance.
New Parishioner Welcoming
Mission To greet and welcome new and current parishioners to St. Francis of Assisi and to invite them to fully participate in the Stewardship Way of Life. Welcome new parishioners to participate in ministries that interest them and benefit the... Read More
Our Lady Of Medjugorje Of Wichita Prayer Group
Mission How to better live the messages; to pray and build community in a life of prayer for peace and conversion, to answer Our Lady’s call to become holy apostles of her love. Activities Pray the rosary and chaplet in... Read More
Parish Dinner
Every year, the parish says “thank you” to the registered adult parishioners at our Parish Dinner, which is preceded by a social hour. This is also an opportunity for the Parish leaders to report on the state of the parish.... Read More
Parish Nurse Ministry
Mission To promote health and wellness of body, mind, and spirit within our faith community through worship, education and service. Activity / Explanation Monthly blood pressure screenings, Caregivers support group, Respite Care, provide first aid at the annual picnic, Mental... Read More
Parish Picnic
Mission A yearly picnic for our parish community is held on the parish grounds in early June. The picnic is an opportunity for fun and fellowship for the entire parish community with games and activities for all ages. Date and... Read More
Parish School of Religion (PSR)
Mission To assist parents in the catechetical needs of their children by teaching them to know, love, and serve God through religious education classes for students in grades K-9 who are not currently enrolled in Catholic Schools.
Perpetual Adoration
Mission To encourage and promote Adoration of Jesus Christ in the Blessed Sacrament through 24-hour exposition in the Chapel. Activities People volunteer to spend time (of their choosing) in adoration before the exposed Blessed Sacrament.
Plants and Greenery (Indoors) Guild
Mission To ensure plants in the church and hallways are maintained to provide beauty and plant life in our church. Activity / Explanation Water and maintain the plants in the church and its hallways.
Pre-Mass Rosary Leaders
Mission To pray the Rosary as a parish family in preparation for the Mass and to encourage more participation by parish members, either leading the Rosary or coming early to pray the Rosary.
Regnum Christi
Mission REGNUM CHRISTI is an approved Catholic lay movement which helps us to be faithful to our baptismal promises. Our goal is building God’s kingdom on earth, especially in our parish, our community, and through the support of priests and... Read More
Respect Life Committee
Mission To protect all human life from conception to natural death, especially those most vulnerable and weak, by ensuring a strong parish presence through education, prayer and action. Activity / Explanation The purpose of this committee is to protect all... Read More
Rosary Group, Flame of Love
Mission To promote time once a week for parishioners to join together and pray the Rosary. The Flame of Love Rosary incorporates added prayers, requested by Mary, into the Rosary. Activity / Explanation Every Monday night starting at 6:30 p.m.
Rosary Group, Immaculate Heart of Mary
Mission To promote time once a week for parishioners to join together and pray the Rosary. Activity / Explanation Rosaries are said each Tuesday night. Other prayer services are also coordinated throughout the year which includes May Crowning, October Respect... Read More
Rosary Group, Marian Mantle
Mission Find support and pray together for your prodigal loved ones! There is power when two are gathered together in prayer and our prayer group has seen many miracles! The Marian Mantle Rosary Group unites ourselves and our loved ones... Read More
Rosary Group, Pray with Friends
Mission Interested parishioners get together and pray rosaries together, in the church, at others homes, and while walking. A way to promote the rosary and join together and pray the Rosary. Activity / Explanation As groups plan.
Rosary Group, Thursday Morning
Mission To promote time once a week for parishioners to join together and pray the Rosary. Activity / Explanation Rosaries are said each Thursday Morning after 8:00 am Mass.
Sacristans
Mission To assist the Priest in preparation for all masses and services and services schedule in our parish. Activity / Explanation Sacristans arrive prior to Mass/services to prepare and set-up the needed sacred vessels, books, candles, and any other items... Read More
Serra Club
Mission Through prayer and activities, we strive to foster and affirm vocations to the priesthood and religious life. Activity / Explanation Serrans are dedicated Catholics who pray for the increase and perseverance of vocations to the priesthood and religious life.... Read More
Seven Sisters Apostolate
Mission The Seven Sisters Apostolate is a call to strengthen the Church by ensuring that a Holy Hour is prayed each day of the week for the sole intention of a specific priest or bishop – a “holy wasting” (cf.... Read More
SFA Homeschool Family Collaborative
Mission To foster relationship between the pastor and homeschooling families, to facilitate integration of homeschooling families more thoroughly into parish life, and to build community amongst St. Francis of Assisi homeschooling families.
Society Of St. Vincent De Paul
Mission The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is a Catholic lay organization that leads its members to join together to grow spiritually by offering person-to-person service to individuals in need who live within our parish boundaries. It is personalized... Read More
The Lord’s Diner
Mission Organize the parishioner volunteers to work together to serve evening meals at the Lord’s Diner. St. Francis of Assisi Serves 1st Tuesday of the month 1st Wednesday of the month 3rd Monday of the month
Tobit’s Ministry
Mission To attend the rosary and/or funerals of deceased parishioners. Activity / Explanation As stated in the Mission Statement, this committee attends the rosary and/or funeral services of fellow parishioners. A system of telephone calling chains, email and text is... Read More
Together in Holiness
Mission Together in Holiness is a comprehensive marriage enrichment initiative that inspires spouses to grow together in holiness and empowers and equips parents to form their children in the Catholic faith. Activity / Explanation The Together in Holiness Formation series... Read More
Totus Tuus
Mission To teach children and young adults how to dedicate their lives totally to God in light of the motto of our beloved, late Holy Father Saint John Paul II, “Totus Tuus” or “Totally Yours” through song, prayer, knowledge, and... Read More