Greetings!
At St. Francis of Assisi, we are living our mission: Making disciples who joyfully share their gifts to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ. And this summer, we have lots of ways for you to spread YOUR joy!
We invite you, your friends and family to join us in some very joyful fun at beautiful Lake Tahoe. See below for details!
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P.S. If you are not yet registered at our parish, please click the button below to complete a registration form. You may select either "full-time" or "seasonal" parishioner. And, you get a welcome bag filled with helpful information!
If you simply need to update your record due to a change of address, phone number, or family members, please
click here to send an e-mail to our office with details of what needs to be updated. Thank you!
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Saint Francis of Assisi
Summer Events
All are Welcome!
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This June, we jubilantly celebrate Pentecost on June 9 (remember to wear a bit of red!) and The Most Holy Trinity on June 16 ... which also happens to be
Father's Day!
Join us as we joyfully honor all Fathers during our weekend Masses on June 15 and 16, 2019.
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We are offering a discussion series on Catholic Apologetics, which means arguments
"In Defense of the Catholic Faith. For anyone who has a bit of "Doubting Thomas" in them, or would like to be more prepared to deal with challenges to the faith from friends and family members, this program is for you!
All are welcome ... Each session presents a different topic and you do not have to attend all sessions. There will be brief readings, videos, and discussion.
The first three sessions are: God, the Evidence; Bible Prophecy; and Archeology and the bible.
When: Every other Tuesday, starting June 4 (June 18, July 2, etc.) from 6:30 to 8:00 pm.
Where: Parish Hall - Refreshments Provided!
The program leader is Bill Bryan who has run several successful programs at St. Francis. For questions, please
email Bill
or call him at 401-965-8345.
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What an Amazing Opportunity for St. Francis!
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Save the Date for:
Terry Hershey
August 3, 2019 -
9:00 am to 3:30 pm
(lunch included)
St. Francis of Assisi
Parish Hall
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You will not want to miss this!!!
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TERRY HERSHEY: Author, humorist, inspirational speaker, dad, ordained minister, golf addict, and smitten by French wine. He divides his time between designing sanctuary gardens and sharing his practice of “pausing” and “sanctuary,” to help us do less and live more. Terry’s book,
The Power of Pause
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offers the permission to slow down and to be gentle with ourselves, in a world that demands More-Bigger-Faster.
Terry Hershey has been delighting audiences around the world for more than 30 years. He speaks at numerous engagements annually, ranging from keynotes before crowds of thousands, to leading groups in an intimate setting. Terry’s trademark storytelling, humility, and humor are engaging, while his depth ensures the impact of meaningful and life-changing content.
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July 13 & 14, 2018 - All Masses
St. Francis of Assisi Parish
Please save the date for a
Joyous Discipleship Weekend.
The St. Francis of Assisi Community will have a celebration to recognize and honor all disciples serving in St. Francis Ministries. Please join us on July 13 and 14 to thank all of our ministry disciples for their dedication and hard work. This is always a joyous event!
All ministry disciples are invited to attend the Mass of their choice on July 13 and 14 to receive a special blessing from Father Bill. The Office Staff will host refreshments for everyone in the Outdoor Gathering Area after each Mass.
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Let us celebrate one another AND give thanks for the many amazing individuals
who generously share their gifts to make St. Francis of Assisi
such a vibrant community - achieving our Parish Vision!
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June 21, July 19 & August 23
Incline Beach
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Fun fellowship as we enjoy the beauty of Lake Tahoe!
Join us at Incline Beach for 3 special Friday evenings this summer: June 21, July 19, and August 23 from 4 pm to 7 pm, for the Summer Concert Series - weather permitting. Bring your own beverages, cups, and finger food to share (no glass, please).
Look for the St. Francis picnic table with a green table cloth, St. Francis statue in the center, and joyful crowd. All are welcome - bring your friends, kids, house guests, and neighbors!
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Admission to Incline Beach requires a valid IVGID pass for residents and their guests.
In the spirit of a welcoming parish, Incline residents please consider sharing your punch cards with those who live outside the area by inviting them to join you. If you would like to purchase a daily pass ($12 adults or $5 age 6 to 17), please
e-mail Katherine Buckton in advance.
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Weekly - Tuesday Mornings
Starting July 2 - 9:30 am
Meet at St. Francis of Assisi
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Camino Pilgrims - Do you hear him calling? It's time to hike in His garden!
A great way to enjoy God's creation of Lake Tahoe and see God in every footstep
. These popular Tuesday morning hikes explore a different trail in North Lake Tahoe each week. Grab your hiking shoes, poles, and water. Bring your friends, meet others, and get some exercise at the same time! Text Monica, the "hiking lady," at 530-412-0144 for details.
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Reflections of Father Bill
Limited quantity left!
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We have a limited quantity of
Reflections of Father Bill
available for sale after weekend Masses or in the Parish Office between 9 am and 5 pm. Paperback only - $15.00.
Per Father Bill's request, all profits from the sale of this book are being used to fund our ministries at St. Francis of Assisi.
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Remember to Stay Connected
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If you are away from Lake Tahoe this summer, remember to access our weekly bulletins and Father Bill's homilies from our website or the MyParish app. If you are not yet using the MyParish app, click the link below to add the app to your smart phone. After installing, designate St. Francis of Assisi as your parish. Besides bulletins and homilies, you will also have our parish calendar, prayers, reflections and daily readings at your fingertips.
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Mission:
Making Disciples who joyfully share their gifts to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Vision:
To be a vibrant community that welcomes, prays, studies, gives, and shares our faith. We are guided by the Holy Spirit as we engage in ministry
with others through our love of God.
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St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
701 Mount Rose Hwy
Incline Village, NV 89451
(775) 831-0490
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