| SAINT FRANCIS BULLETINMarch 2, 2026 |
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Join us on Fridays throughout March for a Soup Supper followed by Stations of the Cross.
Each week, about 20 people gather in the fellowship area by 6:30 pm to share a simple, meatless meal of soup, salad, and bread. Around 7:15 pm, we move into the church, where another 10 or so join us to pray the Stations of the Cross.
The stations are represented by pictures placed around the interior perimeter of the nave, and together we process from station to station, walking with Jesus on the road to Calvary. It’s a quiet, meaningful way to mark the Lenten season in community.
How You Can Help
To keep these evenings running smoothly, we rely on volunteers to bring food. Each week, two crockpots of soup, a couple of loaves of bread, and a salad or two are enough to feed everyone comfortably.
If you’re able to contribute, please add your name and what you plan to bring to the sign‑up sheet. |
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| | | Time change this weekend! |
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Daylight Saving Time Begins This Weekend - March 8th
Daylight Saving Time begins this weekend, and it’s time to “spring forward.” Early Sunday morning, most clocks will move ahead one hour, giving us a little more daylight at the end of the day. While the brighter evenings are a welcome change, the transition can feel a bit abrupt—especially for those early‑morning routines.
A quick check of your household clocks on Saturday night can help make Sunday morning smoother. Phones and computers usually update automatically, but kitchen appliances, car clocks, and older devices may need a manual adjustment.
Why This Matters for Sunday
Losing an hour of sleep can catch people off guard, and it’s easy to arrive later than intended. Taking a moment to reset clocks ahead of time helps ensure everyone arrives somewhat rested and ready for worship and morning activities. |
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At the Annual Meeting in February, Fr. Cappucci invited the congregation to take on a shared spiritual practice this Lent: memorizing Philippians 2:1–11. These verses call us into deeper humility, unity, and the mind of Christ—an especially meaningful focus for the season.
To help keep these words at the front of your mind, the full passage is included below for reflection and memorization throughout Lent: |
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So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any incentive of love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind.
Do nothing from selfishness or conceit, but in humility count others better than yourselves.
Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others.
Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself, taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men.
And being found in human form he humbled himself and became obedient unto death, even death on a cross.
Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name which is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father
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We are having a baby shower! All are warmly invited to celebrate Melina Carl and her first baby at a Storybook‑Themed Baby Shower. This joyful gathering is a chance for our parish family to surround Melina with love, encouragement, and prayers as she prepares to welcome her little one. Lunch will be provided.
Date: Saturday, March 21
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: St. Francis Fellowship Hall
A storybook theme invites us to celebrate the wonder, imagination, and delight that children bring into our lives. It’s a lovely way to honor Melina as she begins this new chapter of motherhood, and a beautiful opportunity for our community to share in her joy.
Mark your calendar, we will have another baby shower for Eva Martin on April 25 at 11:00 am. |
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Feast of the Annunciation |
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Feast of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Wednesday, March 25 at 7:00 pm Holy Communion, followed by snacks and fellowship
On March 25, the Church celebrates the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the moment when the angel Gabriel appeared to Mary in Nazareth and announced that she would conceive and bear a son—Jesus, the Son of the Most High (Luke 1:26–38). This feast stands at the heart of the Christian story: God’s promise of salvation taking flesh through Mary’s faithful “yes.” Her response, “Be it unto me according to thy word,” is remembered as a model of humility, trust, and obedience.
The Annunciation also marks the beginning of the Incarnation—nine months before Christmas—reminding us that God enters the world not in sudden triumph, but in quiet, hidden beginnings. It invites us to reflect on how God continues to work in our own lives through small, unexpected moments of grace. We will gather on Wednesday, March 25 at 7:00 pm for a service of Holy Communion, giving thanks for Mary’s faithfulness and for God’s redeeming love made known in Christ. A time of snacks and fellowship will follow the service. Volunteers are needed to bring the snacks. |
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| 5th Sunday Fellowship Luncheon |
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Sunday, March 29 is a Fifth Sunday, which means we will gather for a parish luncheon immediately following the 10:30 a.m. service. Falling on Palm Sunday, this is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a meal together as we enter Holy Week and share in the fellowship that strengthens our St. Francis community.
Everyone is invited to bring a dish to share—anything from a main dish to a side, salad, or dessert. These potluck meals are always a joyful mix of flavors and conversation, and your contribution helps ensure there is plenty for all.
To help the organizers plan and make sure we have a good balance of food, please sign up with the item you plan to bring. |
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Our Lenten food drive is well underway, and we are grateful for all who have already brought donations for the St. Louis Catholic Church Food Pantry. Your generosity directly supports one of the largest food pantries in Austin, a ministry that plays a vital role in addressing food insecurity in our community.
The St. Louis Food Pantry partners with the Capital Area Food Bank and distributes groceries every Saturday morning from 8:30–10:00 am, as well as people stopping by asking for food. In recent months, they have served nearly 400 individuals each week, providing essential support to families and individuals facing difficult times.
During Lent, parishioners are encouraged to purchase items from the suggested list below and bring them to the collection table in the Narthex. Every contribution—large or small—helps ensure that our neighbors have access to nutritious food and the reassurance that their community cares for them.
Suggested Donation Items Protein Canned chicken Canned tuna Canned salmon Spam
Starch/Protein 1–2 lb. bag white rice 1–2 lb. bag pinto beans Oatmeal Mac & Cheese
Vegetables 14 oz. canned corn 14 oz. canned green beans |
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Since the beginning of the Pre‑Lent season on February 8, the altar has remained without flowers—a visual reminder of the simplicity and penitential character of this time in the church year. As we look ahead to Easter, plans are already underway to transform both the Sanctuary and the Nave with lilies and other flowers beginning at the Easter Vigil on Saturday, April 4. The return of flowers at Easter beautifully symbolizes the joy, hope, and new life of the Resurrection.
Parishioners are invited to make a thanksgiving or remembrance offering toward the Easter flowers. These gifts help provide the lilies and floral arrangements that will adorn our worship spaces as we begin the Easter season.
Envelopes are available on the table near the front door. Simply fill one out, include your check or cash, and place it in the box provided. All thanksgiving and remembrance offerings will be included in the Easter services bulletin. |
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Stay Connected with Diocesan News |
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Looking for updates from around the Diocese? You can stay informed by joining the diocesan mailing list, which provides access to current and past issues of News Throughout the Diocese and The Pillar, the Bishop’s regular message to the diocese. These publications offer news, reflections, and important information about ministries, events, and opportunities across our diocesan community.
Use the View link below to subscribe and explore recent editions. |
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| | | St. Francis' Mission Statement |
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| We are a community of believers in the Gospel of Jesus Christ whose mission it is to spread that Gospel in what we preach and in the way we live. We are called to know the Word of God, to act on it in our lives and to share it with our brothers and sisters in the world. We are determined to uphold the ancient faith of our ancestors in the Anglican tradition, to offer traditional Christian values based on the Holy Word of God and to be faithful witnesses to the person of Jesus in the Austin Community. St. Francis parish is dedicated to the presence of Christ in the lives of the poor, the needy, the sick, to each other and to all those to whom Jesus comes to minister in his life on earth. As a community of believers, we intend to entrust our growth in love, in faith and in resources to the generosity of God.
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| | St. Francis Anglican Church of Austin A parish of the Anglican Diocese of Fort Worth Diocese Office: 2900 Alemeda St.
Fort Worth, TX 76108
https://fwanglican.org/
Acting Archbishop: The Rt. Rev'd Julian Dobbs Bishop: The Rt. Rev'd Ryan Reed Rector: The Rev. Aaron Cappucci Organist: Elisante Msengi Parish Administrator: Mark Rambin Treasurer: Grady Collins
Vestry Members
Matt Carl, Meredith Childs, Ethan Christopher, Doug Cooper (Senior Warden), James Cox (Junior Warden), Ethan Hoyt (Secretary), Julie Spaulding, LeAnn Thomas and Fr. Aaron Cappucci |
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