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© 1996-2004
St. Francis Church
Dracut, MA
| Mission Statement |
Saint Francis Parish is a suburban parish in the town of
Dracut, MA, formally established in 1963. Since our founding, our parish has grown to
approximately 1500 Catholic families and is presently experiencing a re-awakening of faith
and community.
Our mission is to
faithfully fulfill the teachings of Jesus Christ. Centered in the celebration of the
Sunday Eucharist and the sacramental life of the Catholic Church, we encourage prayer,
religious vocation, parish involvement, civic awareness, and nurturing the God given
talents and gifts of all. We are committed to creating an atmosphere which will enhance
spiritual development. Our challenge is to unify and strengthen the bonds of our parish
family, and to reach out and welcome others into our faith community. As disciples of
Christ, we will strive to minister to one another so we might provide dignity and improve
the quality of life for all those we serve.
The St. Francis Parish Mission Statement was developed by the Parish Pastoral Council in June 1995.
| Prayer for Parish Renewal |
Lord God, You
love us with an everlasting love and You choose us to share Your love with others.
We ask that You rekindle in our hearts a new spirit of faith, of
prayer, and of reconciliation.
Inspire us to search out and find ways of bringing one another
closer to You.
We pray for all who form our parish community that together we may be
renewed and transformed. All of this we ask in the name of Jesus and through the power of
the Holy Spirit.
Amen.