Cathedral of St. Francis of Assisi

🎄🪄Tomorrow Night! — Handel’s Messiah... Join us! 🎹 🎻🎺🥁

✨It’s a Cathedral Weekend! ✨

🙌 Don't Miss it! 🔥💙



Friday, December 19th
Advent Penance Service at 6PM
Cathedral


Saturday, December 20th
Christmas Flowers Distribution at 8AM
Pastoral Center


Cathedral Concert Series presents
Handel's Messiah at 7:30PM
Cathedral

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Volunteering Opportunities at St. Francis

Christmas Flowers Distribution
See Below

🎄✨ Saint Francis Moms Christmas Brunch ✨🎄

Join us for a joyful morning of fellowship, food, and Christmas cheer!
Bring a dish to share and celebrate the season together.

📅 Wednesday, December 17
⏰ 9:30 AM
📍 Parish Center
45 Library Place, Metuchen

👶 Children welcome!

📩 Questions? Contact Michelle: chocdabelle@gmail.com

We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 💚✨

Lord, come and save us.

Those whose hearts are pure are the temples of the Holy Spirit - St. Lucy

Am I not here, I, who am your Mother? Are you not under my shadow and protection? Are you not in the folds of my mantle?- Our Lady of Guadalupe to St. Juan Diego

🎄🪄Tis the season for big notes and bigger goosebumps—Handel’s Messiah is coming! Plan to join us! 🎹 🎻🎺🥁

✨It’s a Cathedral Weekend! ✨

🙌 Don't Miss it! 🔥💙


Friday, December 12th

A Night of Hope: Advent Penance Service, Adoration, & Praise & Worship Night at 7 pm
Cathedral

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Volunteering Opportunities at St. Francis

Christmas Flowers Distribution
See Below

I am a nobody... I am a small rope, a tiny ladder, the tail end, a leaf" and the famous lines from Our Lady to him: "Am I not here, I, who am your Mother? Are you not under my shadow and protection? - St. Juan Diego

✨ Knights of Columbus Council #3272 — Upcoming December Events! ✨
Join us this season as we support our community through our Toy Drive, Coat & Blanket Drive, and gather in fraternity for our Council Christmas Party.

Thank you for helping us share warmth, charity, and Christmas joy! 🎄🕊️

Questions? Email SF.KofC3272@outlook.com

✨ Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception ✨

Monday, December 8 is a Holy Day of Obligation as we honor Mary, conceived without sin.

Join us for Mass at:
7:00 AM • 8:00 AM • 12:00 PM • 5:00 PM

“O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee.” 💙

Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight his paths:
all flesh shall see the salvation of God.-Luke 3:4, 6

"Those who love God must extend their hands in charity, for we are mere stewards of what we hold"-St. Nicholas

See you TOMORROW at the Cathedral Jingle Bells Craft Celebration! 🎁✨ Doors open at 10 AM — free admission, 70+ vendors, food, Santa & more! 🎅🎄

🎄🍪 Come Support Our SFCS HSA Christmas Bake Sale! 🎁✨

Treat your family and friends to delicious holiday goodies from LaBon Bakery—and support our HSA at the same time!

Choose from mixed butter cookies, struffoli platters, and assorted chocolate-covered pretzels… perfect for gifting or enjoying at home this season. ❤️

📅 Preorder & Prepay by 12/10
📍 Pickup: Thursday, December 18 • 2–3PM • The Breezeway

Scan the QR code on the flyer to order today!
Thank you for supporting our school and students! 🎅🏼🎄🍬

✨It’s a Cathedral Weekend! ✨

🙌 Don't Miss it! 🔥💙



Saturday, December 6th

Jingle Bell Craft Fair, 10AM-4PM
St. Francis CYO

Christmas Tree Lighting Memorial & Blessing of Creche after the 5PM Mass.
*we are not accepting anymore tree gifts at this time*
In Front of the Cathedral

Monday, December 8th
Additional Confession Times for Advent on Mondays from 8AM-10AM
Cathedral

Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
Holy Day of Obligation
Mass Times: 7AM, 8AM, 12:10PM, 5:00PM
Cathedral

Pastoral Center & Adoration Chapel is Closed

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Volunteering at St. Francis

Hot Chocolate and Cookies Distribution after the Christmas Tree Lighting

Christmas Flowers Distribution

✨ Advent Confession Times ✨

As we prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ, we invite you to encounter God’s mercy in the Sacrament of Reconciliation this Advent. 💜🕯️

Regular Confession Times
📅 Saturdays: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📞 Or by appointment — call the Pastoral Center at (732) 548-0100 or use the link below.

Additional Advent Confession Times
✨ Mondays in December: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
📍 Cathedral of St. Francis of Assisi

💎✨ Shop stunning handcrafted holiday jewelry made by local artisans! One-of-a-kind gifts, beautiful craftsmanship, and the perfect accessories for the season. 🎁❤️ Find this and MORE at the Jingle Bells Craft Celebration 🎄 📅 Saturday, Dec 6 • 10 AM – 4 PM 📍 St. Francis Cathedral CYO, Metuchen ✅ FREE ADMISSION — all are welcome! Support small • Shop local • Gift beautifully 🎄💍