Welcome to St Francis Catholic Community!

St Francis of Assisi Parish, Hamilton & St Philip Benizi Mission, Darby, Montana

As Gospel-centered people we aspire to be followers of Jesus Christ, sharing our gifts, our energy and our vision of Church. Through our life in Word and sacraments we are nourished by the unfolding presence of grace—calling, inviting and challenging us into a deeper relationship with the Lord and with one another. New Church Building Updates & Information Click here for weekly Bulletin Click here for SEPTEMBER Ministry Schedule Click HERE for Monthly Parish Event Calendar PRAYER FOR OUR HOLY FATHER Almighty and everlasting God, have mercy upon Thy servant, Pope Francis, our Supreme Pontiff, and direct him, according to Thy loving kindness, in the way of eternal salvation; that, of thy gift, he may ever desire that which is pleasing unto thee and may accomplish it with all his might. Through Christ Our Lord. Amen. Our Father. Hail Mary. Pope Francis graced us (the United States of America) with his presence September 22nd through the 27th. Creator God - We thank you for Pope Francis and all the women and men who, through their actions and words, reflect Your love and care for us. We ask Your blessing on Francis and his visit here. We pray that You will keep him safe and well as he spends these days with us. Lord, we also pray that, through the power of Your Holy Spirit, we are open to hear the message that Pope Francis brings to us. We ask these things in the name of your Son, Jesus the Christ. Amen From the St Francis Social Justice Commission Overview of the Pope's Encyclical Laudato Si' Full Pope's Encyclical Laudato Si' *Here are more links you may find of interest:* Diocese of Helena Carroll College Catholic Youth Resources - Real Life Catholic Montana Catholic Conference *Catholics Come Home