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Dear friends, Recently our Presiding Bishop, the Most Rev. Michael Curry, joined with other faith leaders to publish a statement of faith in a time of religious and political turmoil. It follows here in its entirety for your prayerful consideration. … Continue reading →

A reminder from the Planned Giving Committee. Do you have a traditional IRA. If so, and you are 701/2, you might want to make a distribution from that IRA to St. Francis to complete your 2018 pledge (or as an … Continue reading →

The 25th Sunday after Pentecost 10 am Sermon by the Rev. Steve Hayward: The 25th Sunday after Pentecost 10 am full service celebrated by the Rev. Steve Hayward: *Just a quick note: We attempt to post the sermon and service … Continue reading →

The 24th Sunday after Pentecost 10 am Sermon by The Right Rev. Stephen Lane, 9th Bishop of Maine during what was most likely his final visit to St. Francis before retiring next spring: The 24th Sunday after Pentecost 10 am … Continue reading →

The 2018 St. Francis by the Sea Blessing of the Animals was a big hit for both the two and four-legged among us. Click here to check it out!

The 23rd Sunday after Pentecost 10 am Sermon by St. Francis by the Sea Rector, The Rev.Claudia Wyatt Smith including the words of The Right Reverend Steve Lane from his Homily delivered during this weekend’s 199th Diocesan Convention: The 23rd … Continue reading →

Have you ever wanted to explore the Anglican roots of our worship and spirituality? If so come and join a small group led by the Rev. Claudia Smith, rector of St. Francis by the Sea in Blue Hill for a … Continue reading →

The 22nd Sunday after Pentecost 10 am Sermon by the Rev. Steve Hayward: The 22nd Sunday after Pentecost 10 am full service celebrated by the Rev. Steve Hayward:    

“So, As those who have been chosen of God, holy and Beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, gentleness, and patience.” Colossians 3:12 With that bible passage Vestry Member and Stewardship Chair Sarah Everdell kicked off the 2018 Campaign … Continue reading →

The 21st Sunday after Pentecost 10 am Sermon by St. Francis by the Sea Rector, The Rev.Claudia Wyatt Smith: The 21st Sunday after Pentecost 10 am Full Service by St. Francis by the Sea Rector, The Rev. Claudia Wyatt Smith: … Continue reading →