St Francis first sprang to life in the 1880's to meet the needs of the new and expanding area of Ashton and Ashton Gate. Serving the community remains a key aim for today's St Francis Church. 'Warmth of Welcome' is a hallmark of the church's style, according to those who visited us from away and join us from our own community. We aim to be all-inclusive and we rejoice in the age-range within the congregation, from just a few weeks to well... 'looking forward to that Queen's telegram'
The Sunday life of worship is based around the eucharist (family communion service) in which the popular and expanding Sunday School make their own special contribution. We try to be open to influences both old and new and this is reflected in the music at the church. We see church as a place of celebration and are eager to take note of all the stages of life, the joys and the sorrows of those who travel with us as we seek to be faithful to God and discover his purposes for us at this time.
St Francis Alpha
If you would like to explore the Christian faith, or have questions and would like to know more. Maybe you have been a Christian for years and would like to revisit some important topics. Please join us for cake, tea, coffee and a chat.
Alpha is a short course of weekly sessions, the atmosphere is relaxed and fun and it offers a chance to ask questions an explore faith without pressure. Alpha starts Monday 10th January 2011 at St Francis Church, 2.30pm - 4.30pm. More information from Cathy Gardiner. Telephone 0117 939 4688 or send an email .
Please note the change of start date - Monday 10th January 2011
St Francis, Ashton Gate
Services and regular meetings
Sundays
10.15am Family Communion & Sunday School
6.30pm Spirit and Truth (last Sunday in month)
Midweek
• Morning Prayer at 9am on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
• Monday 6.00-8.30 Church Lads & Church Girls Brigade
• Thursday 11.00-12.30 Scramblers Toddler Group
• Thursday lunchtimes Parish Lunch Club
Trip to the Iona community
Stephen Smith has written an account of the 2006 trip to Iona, and sent some photos. More...