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Special Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi

Pope Leo XIV has proclaimed a Special Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi, marking 800 years since the saint’s death and inviting the whole Church into a renewed season of grace, peace, and spiritual renewal. Beginning January 10 and extending through January 2027, this Franciscan Jubilee calls every Christian to follow the example of the Poverello, the “Little Poor One”, by becoming witnesses of peace, charity, and holiness of life. During this time, the faithful may receive a plenary indulgence under the usual conditions, including pilgrimage to a Franciscan church or a site dedicated to St. Francis. In announcing the jubilee, Pope Leo XIV emphasized that St. Francis’ message is especially urgent in a world marked by division, conflict, and environmental harm. True peace, the Holy Father reminds us, unites peace with God, peace among peoples, and peace with all of creation.
May this Jubilee Year inspire hearts to deeper conversion, renewed hope, and a lasting commitment to live the Gospel in the spirit of St. Francis.

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Evening Rosary at St. Romuald Chapel

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St. Romuald Chapel 61 Atlantic Avenue, Matunuck

During the month of October, join us at St. Romuald chapel in praying the rosary every week night starting at 5:00pm.

Blessing of the Animals

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St. Francis Church 114 High Street, Wakefield

Bring your dogs, cats, hamsters, gerbils, birds, fish, ferrets, chickens, turtles, etc. for a special St. Francis blessing by the statue of our patron saint in the parking lot of St. Francis Church.

Transitus of St. Francis of Assisi

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St. Francis Church 114 High Street, Wakefield

The “Transitus of St. Francis” (Latin for passage or crossing) is a special liturgical celebration held annually on October 3rd, commemorating the death of St. Francis of Assisi in 1226. It is held on the eve of his feast day, remembering his passing from earthly life to heavenly life with joy and gratitude. It celebrates his passage from this life to God not with sorrow, but joy and songs. He viewed death as “Sister Death”. Franciscans worldwide gather on October 3rd for these prayer services. This prayer highlights Franciscan Spirituality of poverty, simplicity and finding joy in trusting God’s love, even in the face of death. Our Parish will be joining Franciscans all over the world praying this prayer on October 3rd .