Saint Francis of Assisi

Regulations for Fasting and Abstinence

Fasting, Almsgiving and Prayer are the three traditional disciplines of Lent. The faithful and the catechumens, RCIA Adults, should undertake these practices seriously in a spirit of penance for the preparation of Baptism or for the renewal of Baptism at Easter.

Ash Wednesday, February 17 and Good Friday, April 2 are days of fast and abstinence.  Fridays of Lent are also days of abstinence. You can read more about the Ash Wednesday by clicking here.

Fasting is to be observed by all 18 years of age and older, who have not yet celebrated their 59th birthday.  On a Fast day, one full meal is allowed. Two other meals, sufficient to maintain strength, may be taken according to one's needs, but together they should not equal another full meal. Eating between meals is not permitted, but liquids, including milk and juices are allowed.

Abstinence is observed by all 14 years of age and older. On day of abstinence, no meat is allowed. Note that when health or ability to work would be seriously affected, the law does not oblige.

 A Lenten Calendar is available, providing daily scripture and reflections for the 2010 Lenten season. 

Did you know that you can find a copy of the Eucharistic Schedules for January - March 2010 under "Ministries\Service During Mass\Eucharistic Ministers.

On Monday, November 23, 2009, Fr. Paul Ruzzo, former Pastor of St. Francis of Assisi, passed away. His leg was amputated below the knee on Saturday prior and on Monday he had open heart surgery. The doctors found more damage to the heart than they had realized. He passed away shortly after his surgery.

Please keep him in your prayers.

The Women's Scripture Study/Share Group has begun reading the Shack; this book takes us off the beaten path of Scripture.  During our book study, we will also be reading the Scriptures for the upcoming Sunday liturgies to help us prepare for Mass.  If you are a woman and would like to join us, please bring a copy of the "The Shack" to use, and your bible.  We meet Thursday evenings from 7:00PM-8:30PM.  Refreshments are always welcome!

Many thanks to all that help makes this yea'rs penny sale a success.  Congratulations to all the winners. 

Please click here for a list of all the winners.

St. Francis of Assisi Parish

Would Like to Thank the Following…

Sacred Heart Parish

For the use of the Wonderful Hall

La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries

For the Great Recliner

Jim Hurley of www.PrintNH.com

For Making the Awesome

Lafayette Press

For their Generous Help with Printing

Nadeau’s Subs

Papa Gino's

Marcia Clifford

Suzanne's Hair Waves

For the Door Prizes

Auger Realty

For Running our Advertisement

The Union Leader

For Printing the short articles

about our Penny Sale