by St. Francis | Sep 15, 2025 | News
Note from Fr. Jason: I was asked in early August if I would be willing to mentor someone who is discerning the priesthood, and after some prayerful consideration, I gladly accepted. Cara Nilson is discerning a call to ordained ministry, and will be with us from...
by St. Francis | Sep 12, 2025 | Rector's Reflections
It seems counterintuitive, foolish even, to write about vulnerability on September 11. We saw where being vulnerable gets us. Today, twenty-four years later, it can still feel as though we are overly vulnerable and susceptible to danger and disease. In last...
by St. Francis | Sep 11, 2025 | Events, News
In celebration of our patron saint, Francis of Assisi, St. Francis Episcopal Church invites you and your beloved pets to our annual Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, October 5 at 4:00 pm in the St. Francis Garden (2200 Via Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates). This joyful...
by St. Francis | Sep 8, 2025 | News, Outreach
We’re collecting for Camp Pendleton and Fort MacArthur — bring donations to the church office before Oct. 3. ✅ What’s Needed:👶 Diapers, baby & kids’ clothes, cribs, Pack ’n Plays, high chairs, strollers🍽️ Kitchen items (dishes, flatware, pots & pans with...
by St. Francis | Sep 5, 2025 | Rector's Reflections
“Vulnerability is the birthplace of love, belonging, joy, courage, empathy, and activity. It is the source of hope, empathy, accountability, and authenticity. If we want greater clarity in our purpose or deeper and more meaningful spiritual lives, vulnerability is the...
