YOU ARE WELCOME HERE
… JUST AS YOU ARE.
Wherever you are in your spiritual journey, the people of St. Francis welcome you.
Our Mission: To be faithful to Jesus in this time and place.
Worship
Join us every Sunday at 10:10am for worship - in person in the sanctuary or online via YouTube!
Click the button below to join us online for worship via our YouTube channel.
Click the button below to view previous worship services via our YouTube channel.
Featured Upcoming Events
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Holy Week at St. Francis
Join us for a meaningful Holy Week as we reflect, celebrate, and share the joy of Christ’s resurrection:
March 29, 10:10 AM – Easter Cantata: Calvary’s Lamb
April 2, 12:00 PM – Lenten Lunch Discussion: Radically Compassionate God
April 2, 6:30 PM – Holy Thursday Service
April 4, 11 AM – 1 PM – Easter Eggstravaganza: Free Community Event
April 5, 10:10 AM – Easter Sunday: Go & Tell, Christ Is Risen!
Celebrate with us as we journey through reflection, worship, and joyful community events!
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Easter Eggstravaganza
April 4
We need all hands on deck! If you haven't already, please sign up to lend a hand. We need help with everything from filling eggs, making dozens of cupcakes, to face painting & games, putting out eggs, and clean-up. Questions, contact Pam Cook, pam@stfrancischarlotte.org.
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Easter Lilies
Celebrate Easter by helping decorate the altar with beautiful Easter Lilies and Ferns. You are invited to place a plant on the altar in memory or in honor of a loved one. The flowers will be displayed during Easter Sunday worship on April 5 and may be taken home following the service.
Easter Lilies are $12 each and Ferns are $17 each. To order, please complete the order form and return it to the church office or place it in the offering plate along with your payment. Checks should be made payable to St. Francis UMC and marked “Easter flowers” in the memo line. If paying online at www.stfrancischarlotte.org, please designate your gift to the Flower Fund. The deadline to place your order is Sunday, March 22. Help us fill the sanctuary with beauty as we celebrate the joy of Easter!
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Vacation Bible School 2026
June 15-18
Children will enjoy a fun and faith-filled week of music, games, Bible stories, crafts, and hands-on activities as they grow in their faith and friendships. Our theme scripture reminds us, “I can do all things through him who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13, NRSV). Registration is coming soon, so stay tuned for details. We cannot wait to welcome your family for this exciting week!
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Wedding Shower for Bekah Turner & Aaron Cobb
March 15, 2026 | 3:00pm-5:00pm | St. Francis UMC
Join us as we celebrate Bekah and Aaron as they prepare for their wedding day! All are invited to a special drop-in celebration filled with joy, fellowship, and well wishes for the happy couple.
Registry:
Amazon — Aaron Cobb & Bekah Turner
Target — Bekah Turner & Aaron CobbPlease bring the whole family as we gather to honor and celebrate this exciting new chapter!
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Easter Cantata
10:10am
"Calvary's Lamb"
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The Season of Lent
Feb. 19, noon in the sanctuary: The Christian Call of Compassion
Mar. 12, noon in the sanctuary: Radically Compassionate God
Mar. 19, noon in the sanctuary: Radical Compassion Extended Within
Mar. 26, noon in the sanctuary: Radical Compassion Extended to Others
Apr. 2, noon in the sanctuary: Discerning Compassionate Action
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Call for Handbells 🔔
Have you ever wanted to try handbells? Now is the perfect time. You do not need to know how to read music, and no experience is required. If you have a willingness to learn and a heart to serve, you’re already qualified.
This is a fun and meaningful way to be part of worship, and we would love to have you join us.
Sign up with Emma ASAP so we can get started! Come ring with us 🎶
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Friendship Bible Study
This warm and welcoming group of women continues to gather for Bible study, fellowship, and friendship as we grow together in faith. The ladies will begin a new study this week from the book entitled, "Women of Easter." Join us when you can. They meet every Wednesday morning at 10:00 am at the pavilion.
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Worship Warm Ups
Sundays, 9:15 – 9:55 am
Each Sunday, we gather for fellowship and reflection of the sermon text with Lectio Divina, a holy reading. Please come around 9 for coffee and fellowship and join one of worship warm-up group for your deep understanding of the Word. All are welcome and invited!
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Worship with Communion
February 22, 2026
Join us in person as we partake of the Lord's supper during worship.
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Common Heart Food Donation
1st Sunday of the Month
Bring your donated food to the altar for our neighbors in need!
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Help Grow Our Children's Ministry This Fall!
As we head into a new season, we're looking for more caring hearts and helping hands to support our nursery and children's church. If you love kids and want to make a lasting impact, this is a beautiful way to pour into the next generation. Whether you can help weekly or once a month, we’d love to have you on the team!
Interested? Contact Jennie Parker, Director of Children’s Ministries, at children@stfrancischarlotte.org.
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New Communications Request Form
Do you have an announcement about an upcoming event, group, or update?
Let us know so that we can help everyone in our church family feel connected and know how to participate.
Please include as much information as possible.
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4200 McKee Rd, Charlotte, NC 28270
Sunday Worship: 10:10am
Office Hours: Mon-Thurs 9:00am-6:00pm

