Tuesday, August 25 | 9:00 AM | Sanctuary

As a new school year begins, we invite you to join us in the Sanctuary at 9:00 AM for a special time of prayer. Together, we will lift up our children and youth, teachers, school staff, administrators, and parents as they begin a new year of learning and growth. Come be part of this meaningful morning as we ask God's guidance, protection, wisdom, and peace for everyone entering the school year.

August 30, 8:00am in the Pavilion

Men of St. Francis are invited to the UMM Yearly Kickoff Breakfast Meeting on Sunday, August 30 at 8:00 a.m. in the Pavilion. Come enjoy breakfast and fellowship as we plan for the September Chicken Dinner Fundraiser and look ahead to the upcoming UMM year. We hope you’ll join us!

Thursday, September 3, at Providence United Methodist Church

Men from across the Charlotte area are invited to enjoy an evening of fellowship, dinner, and an inspiring program featuring guest speaker Scott Fowler of The Charlotte Observer. Social time begins at 6:00 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m., and the program at 7:00 p.m. Please RSVP by Monday, August 31.

Saturday, September 12, at 5:30 p.m.

Join us Saturday, September 12, at 5:30 p.m. for Game Night! Enjoy a delicious dinner, fun games, and plenty of fellowship for the whole family. From kids to adults, there’s something for everyone!

Bring your family and friends and come ready for a night of food, laughter, and fun. We hope to see you there!

Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

The United Methodist Men invite you to join us for our annual Port-A-Pit Chicken Dinner, a church-wide fundraiser featuring delicious roasted chicken and sides.

Tickets are on sale now! Contact Andy Jackson or the church office to purchase tickets or for more information.

Gather your family and friends, enjoy a great meal, and support St. Francis through this special church-wide fundraiser. We hope to see you there!

As we continue our transition to Tithely, we’re asking everyone at St. Francis to help us make sure our church records are accurate and up to date.

Please complete the Profile Information Update Form for yourself and each member of your family who attends St. Francis. Even if your information hasn’t changed, we ask that you complete the form so we can confirm our records. Thank you for helping us stay connected!

Help us support the teachers at Pinewood Elementary! St. Francis United Women of Faith and AACT are collecting much-needed classroom supplies throughout October. Donations of wide-ruled paper, pencils, copy paper, tissues and wipes can be placed in the collection box in the Narthex by October 24. Thank you for helping us bless our local teachers through this churchwide mission!

Wednesday evenings are filled with music at St. Francis!

Chancel Choir rehearsal now begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by Praise Band rehearsal at 7:30 p.m. Whether you’re a longtime musician or simply have a love for singing, new voices are always welcome! Come join us and be part of the music ministry at St. Francis.

Our preschool provides a loving, faith-filled environment where little ones learn, play, grow, and build friendships through engaging, age-appropriate activities. With caring teachers and a strong foundation rooted in Christian values, we help children prepare for kindergarten while discovering the joy of learning. Spaces are limited, so enroll today!

Wednesday, August 19

Youth Night is back! Join us Wednesday, August 19, from 5:30–7:30 PM for an evening of fun, fellowship, and faith as we come together, build friendships, and grow in our relationship with Christ. We can’t wait to see you there!

9:00 to 9:55 a.m. at the Youth Hut!

Looking for a place to connect, have fun, and grow in your faith? Youth Hang Time is open to all youth and is a welcoming space to build friendships, enjoy meaningful conversations, and grow closer to God in a relaxed and encouraging environment.

Bring a friend and join us this Sunday. We’d love to see you there!

Join us as we partner with Dilworth UMC to serve our neighbors in Spruce Pine, North Carolina, by helping rebuild a home damaged by Hurricane Helene. This mission trip will take place September 27 through October 3, and there is a place for everyone to serve. Whether you're an experienced builder, have little or no construction experience, or would like to help coordinate and prepare meals, your gifts can make a meaningful difference.

Registration is due by September 6. To sign up or learn more, contact Mike Williams or add your name to the sign-up sheet in the narthex. Come be the hands and feet of Christ as we help bring hope, healing, and restoration to a community still recovering.

We’re excited to begin rolling out Tithely, a new platform that will help us simplify our systems, reduce costs, and modernize how we stay connected as a church. Here’s a quick look at how the transition will unfold over the next few months.

Online Giving Comes First (Now–May)

The first change you’ll notice is our move to Tithely Giving. This will replace our current online giving system. We’ll share simple instructions on how to start using the new giving page and how to move any recurring gifts you may have set up. More information coming soon.

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!

Finding Hope. Healing. Sanctuary.

Life can be challenging, but you don't have to face it alone. St. Francis United Methodist Church is honored to partner with Sanctuary Counseling Group to offer professional, compassionate mental health and pastoral counseling right here on our campus.

Whether you're navigating anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply looking for someone to talk to, Sanctuary Counseling Group provides a caring, faith-friendly environment where healing can begin. Meet our experienced counselors and take the first step toward hope, healing, and sanctuary.

1st Sunday of the Month

Join us in person as we partake of the Lord's supper during worship.

1st Sunday of the Month

Bring your donated food to the altar for our neighbors in need!

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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