Saint Francis
Catholic Parish
“To give witness with joy and simplicity
to what we are and what we believe in.” Pope Francis
Our church is open for public Mass & Confessions
with a revised timetable and restrictions
When you enter the church you must!
Sanitise your hands
Wear a face covering
Keep social distance
Give your contact details
Mass times are:
Sunday
6.00pm (Saturday)
8.30am
10.00am
11.30am
6.00pm
Monday to Friday
10.30am
Fridays in Lent only
Stations of the Cross 7.40pm
Mass 8.00pm
Saturday
10.00am
Sacrament of Confession:
Every Saturday
10.45 to 11.30am
Exposition & Adoration:
Every Friday
9.30 to 10.15am
WE CAN ONLY HAVE MASS
IF ENOUGH PEOPLE
VOLUNTEER TO HELP!
Our deepest gratitude to all who have volunteered as stewards to allow our public Mass to take place.
We still need more parishioners to help especially with sanitising after the Sunday Masses, so please let us know if you can give some time to help steward, guide and sanitise then we would be most thankful.
Readers are also needed for every Mass.
Please fill in the Volunteer form to let the parish office know which Mass you are able to either steward or read at.
Many thanks!
Lent 2021 Resources
Click the Lent 2021 image to visit our Lenten Resources page, where you will find a selection of resources aimed at different age groups, to help you on your spiritual journey this Lent.
If you have any suggestions of other resources you think would help others then please Contact the webmaster
Additional Services During Lent
STATIONS OF THE CROSS
Every Friday during Lent at 7.40pm, starting Friday 19th February.
This will then be followed by 8.00pm Mass.
Newsletter
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Latest News
Livestreamed Mass During Coronavirus Pandemic
Welcome to St Francis Parish, Maidstone!
“St Francis’ Parish in the heart of Maidstone was founded in 1859 and since then has been the heart of the Catholic community in the Maidstone area.
It gives me great joy to welcome you to our website. Whether you are currently a parishioner, somebody who is looking to be part of our parish community or just want to have a browse, we are glad to be here for you.
As you search through the various pages of our website you will see that we are a very diverse community of different ages and nationalities but united as one family of God. Whether it is gathering for worship or for times of fun, we work together to build the kingdom of God and there is room for everyone.
So enjoy your time looking through our website. I am sure you will discover that we are a parish that is filled with faith, charity and generosity and always welcoming anybody who wishes to be part of our family. Together as one we shall share in the Mission of bringing the Good News of Jesus Christ to all.
With every blessing.”
Father Liam Gallagher
Parish Priest
Livestreamed Mass During Coronavirus Pandemic
The Deacon Diaries
New to the Parish?
If you are new to the Parish please download the form below and when completed either hand it to one of the clergy team or put it through the Presbytery letterbox.
Not a Catholic?
Like to find out more about what it means to be a Catholic? We offer an informal programme which tells you about the Church and may help you to decide if becoming a Catholic is for you.
Mass Times
6.00pm (Sat. Vigil)
8.30am
10.00am (Live Streamed)
11.30am
6.00pm
Monday to Friday
10.30am
Saturday
10.00am
Mass Readings
Click below for today's Mass readings. This will take you to the Universalis website, where you can access today's readings for Mass and also the Divine Office of the Church.
New to the Parish?
If you are new to the Parish please download the form below and when completed either hand it to one of the clergy team or put it through the Presbytery letterbox.
Not a Catholic?
Like to find out more about what it means to be a Catholic? We offer an informal programme which tells you about the Church and may help you to decide if becoming a Catholic is for you.
Pope Francis announced the “Year of St. Joseph” which began on December 8, 2020, and will conclude on December 8, 2021. According to the Decree authorised by the Pope, a “Year of St. Joseph” is established so that “every member of the faithful, following his example, may strengthen their life of faith daily in the complete fulfilment of God’s will. Read the Holy Father’s Apostolic Letter dedicated to the Foster Father of Jesus Christ, and titled Patris corde (“With a father’s heart”).
For more information & resources visit: Catholic Bishops Conference or Vatican News
Prayer to St Joseph
Hail, Guardian of the Redeemer, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary. To you God entrusted His only Son; in you Mary placed her trust; with you Christ became man. Blessed Joseph, to us too, show yourself a father and guide us in the path of life. Obtain for us grace, mercy and courage, and defend us from every evil. Amen.
Quick Links & Info
Lottery Result
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God Who Speaks
Visit our 'God Who Speaks'
resources page
Deacon Diaries
Read all of Deacon Ian's lockdown reflections