ST. FRANCIS ECUMENICAL CATHOLIC CHURCH
10333 Seminole Blvd. STE 13 Largo, FL 33778
Sunday Mass 10:30 AM
Wednesday Prayer Service 12:30 PM
ALL ARE WELCOME
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"ALL ARE WELCOME"
Welcome to St. Francis Ecumenical Catholic Church where ALL ARE WELCOME! Come join us in worship and celebrate our Catholic, Christian identity with the seven Sacraments. We are truly "INCLUSIVE" and hope that our website highlights the wide variety of worship, fellowship and service opportunities available. Please feel free to read more about our church on this site, or come in for a visit. We would love to greet you and share with you our love for Jesus Christ and for you, our neighbor.
Our Mission
We believe that the door to salvation is always open to everyone and so are the doors to our church.
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To live by FAITH, be known by LOVE, and be a voice of HOPE in order to give ourselves in service and better the lives of others.
Weddings
St. Francis offers "ALL Loving Couples" the traditional Catholic Sacrament and setting for your most sacred celebration. Noninclusive circumstances, that are so denied by other churches may prevent couples from celebrating a true catholic marriage ceremony; we here, warmly welcome "All" at Saint Francis, to include also the: divorced, same sex, (LGBTQ).
Worship & Services
Sunday 10:30 am. Mass
Wednesday 12:30 pm Communion Service​
We continue to meet via zoom and in person. Please call the church office for zoom meeting information.
The 5th Sunday of Lent invites us to step out of the shadows of guilt and into the light of God’s mercy. The Lord is doing something new in you—right now. Let us not cling to the stones of judgment, but to the cross of Christ, where mercy triumphs over condemnation.
This moment is not just about a miracle long ago; it is about the God who still calls each of us out of our own “tombs.” These tombs may be fear, resentment, addiction, or despair—places where hope feels buried. Yet, Christ’s voice reaches into those dark spaces, calling us by name, urging us to step into the light.
Lent is our journey of unbinding—removing the wrappings that keep us from living fully in God’s love. As we approach the cross, we are reminded that resurrection is not only a future promise but a present reality for those who trust in Him.
Challenge for the Week:
Identify one “stone” in your life that needs to be rolled away.
Spend time in prayer asking the Lord to speak life into that place.
Be a voice of hope for someone else who feels trapped in darkness.
GOD’S BLESSINGS
LOOKING AHEAD
Mar. 25th Communion Service 12:30 PM Live & Via Zoom
Mar. 29th Sunday Morning Mass 10:30 AM Live & Via Zoom
Apr. 1st Communion Service 12:30 PM Live & Via Zoom
Apr. 5th Sunday Morning Mass 10:30 AM Live & Via Zoom
Let Us Pray for:
Nancy Hull, Deb Imbach’s Mom who was hospitalized but is now back home. Prayers of peace, comfort, and serenity for Nancy, Deb, and their family. 2/22
Helen Heavey, who will be having gallbladder surgery in a few weeks. Prayers for healing, recovery and a return for full health. 2/22
Tom, a contact via Celebrate Outreach, who is currently undergoing dialysis and was recently diagnosed with cancer. Prayers for comfort and healing. 2/15
William Brower, who is home now and doing better. Continued prayers for healing, comfort, and a full recovery. 2/22
Tom O’Grady, John’s brother who has a mass on his arm and is facing surgery to remove it. Prayers for healing, comfort and a return to good health. 2/15
Heidi Clements, a 43 year-old cousin of John & Leo, who had a malignant mass removed from her spine. Prayers for healing and comfort for her. 2/15
Kevin Curtis, who is in a rehab center after suffering a fall. Prayers for peace, comfort, and recovery as he plans the next stage of his life. 2/01
Janice, the sister of Steve & Brenda Grohe, who is fighting brain cancer. Prayers for healing, peace and comfort for Jancie and her family. 1/25
Irene Lester, who is having leg pain and difficulty walking. May God’s healing touch be upon her and heal her. Prayers for Chuck too. 1/04
Frank Zolfo, Jr, nephew of Julia Zolfo, who is undergoing a new treatment for brain cancer. Prayers for healing, comfort, and a return to full health. 11/30
Cora Fadden, who is recovering from breast cancer surgery. Prayers for peace, healing, comfort, and a return to full health. 11/16
Craig Porter, Sr. friend of Frank Matzelle who is in a rehab – prayers for healing and improved health. 11/09
Fr. Tom Wilt, who has been moved to long term care and having difficulty walking. Prayers for healing, comfort and a return to good health. 2/15
Fr. Martin, a friend of Fr. Pat, who is being treated after having bladder cancer. Prayers of healing, comfort and a return to good health. 12/7
Darek, a friend of St. Francis who is waiting on his next round of testing. Continued prayers for peace and comfort and a return to good health. 11/23
Miranda Plimpton, niece of Linda & Steve Kuhn, who is dealing with metastatic breast cancer. Prayers for healing, comfort and a return to full health. 7/27 Don Townley, Ross Pickreign’s friend, who completed treatment for cancer, but is now in rehab for a broken hip. Prayers for peace and comfort for him. 9/7 Marion Gregory, aunt of Sue Wenrick, who is dealing with dementia, medical, and end-of-life issues. Continued prayers for peace & comfort for her. 4/6
For safe travel for those who are traveling this holiday weekend. May St. Christopher watch over them and return them safely to their home. 2/15
For those who are suffering with sadness and depression, that they will find help. May the light and love of the Christ will illuminate their world.
For all the clients at the Interfaith Food Pantry. That they will have enough food and need less reliance on the Pantry.
For people throughout the U.S. whose lives have been affected by the recent bad weather. May God’s healing touch be upon them and comfort them.
For the people of Ukraine, Israel, Gaza & Iran, that the wars will end soon, and they can begin the process of piecing their lives and countries back together.
CARDS – Sympathy, Mass are available at church.
Almighty God, to you all hearts are open,
All desires known and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts. By the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name. Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
Through the hope of the preached Gospel may the world and all peoples be saved from eternal death and darkness. For those whose vocations call them to counsel and give guidance; For those who need strength to amend their lives. For those who are severely afflicted by physical and mental pain. For those who have lost heart and feel mired in hopelessness; For all who have died, may they dwell secure with the Lord forever. In silence, we pray for own needs and the special intentions of others, to the God who promises to return for those who live in his love. O God, you call all people to be united in you. Hear our prayers and bring us together as one in your great love. Through Christ our Lord. Amen
Priest: Fr. Patrick Wenrick
Lord Jesus teaches us, to be obedient, to His Word, to be in relationship, with Him. All familial relationships could be experienced, in Him by seeking His presence, in our lives. Master Jesus give us the grace, to always be obedient, to Your commandments, of Love, Mercy, and Justice, towards our brethren. Amen.
"No matter what has happened to you in the past or what is going on in your life right now, it has no power to keep you from having an amazingly good future if you will walk by faith in God. God loves you! He wants you to live with victory over sin so you can possess His promises for your life today!"
Peace and Blessings,
Deacon Bob Pragano
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All Are Welcome To Come And Share Along With Us
The Holy Eucharist
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In Christ's Love & Peace
Each Sunday 10:30 am
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“ A Different Way To Be Catholic ”, where all are welcome – no exceptions..
Priest - Fr. Patrick Wenrick
Assisted by
Fr. Jake Czarnik-Neimeyer, Deacon Bob Pragano
MASS Each Sunday at 10:30 am.
We Celebrate Unity in Diversity
ALL ARE WELCOME NO EXCEPTIONS
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REACH OUT TO THOSE IN NEED
The Interfaith Food Pantry is now open to clients Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. The hours of operation will continue to be 9:30 am - 1:00. pm located at:
9530 Starkey Rd, Seminole, FL 33777
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DONATIONS
If you wish to donate to the IFP, here is a list of items that are needed at this time.
Cereal - the food pantry does not buy cereal, so donations are important.
Other Items:
Soup (not broth), Ramen Noodles, Tuna (cans), Meat (stew, Spam, ham, chicken, etc.), Fruit (cans), Vegetables (cans), Pork & Beans (Baked Beans), Instant Oatmeal (indiv. pkgs), Breakfast Bars, Chef Boyardee, Manwich, Hash, Chili Spaghetti or Pasta (boxes), Spaghetti Sauce (Pasta Sauce), Pudding & Jello (small boxes), Peanut Butter Jelly/Jam (no glass), White Potatoes (cans or pkgs), Coffee-ground (no K-cups or flavors), Plain White Rice (not Minute), Mac & Cheese, Cereal (boxes), Black Beans, Misc. Beans (not dry), Tomatoes (Diced, Sauce, Paste), Tea Bags (not Family Size or Iced Tea), Crackers (in sleeves) Brownie Mix, Stuffing, Gravy (cans).
Not needed: Snacks, Candy, Beverages (no juice, soda, etc)
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Thank You and God's Blessings!
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Hope To See You Soon
ALL ARE WELCOME
At Saint Francis
Ecumenical Catholic Communion
We Celebrate Unity in Diversity
Lord, I Offer My Life to You. Everything I Have Been Through.
Use It for Your Glory. Lord, I Offer My Days to You.
Lifting My Praise to You, As A Pleasing Sacrifice
Lord I Offer You My Life. Things In the Past Things Yet Unseen.
Wishes and Dreams That Are Yet to Come True. All Of My Heart All of My Praise. My Heart and My Hands Are Lifted To You
Lord, I Offer My Life to You. Everything I Have Been Through,
Use It for Your Glory. Lord, I Offer My Days to You.
Lifting My Praise to You, As A Pleasing Sacrifice
Lord, I Offer You My Life.
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