Frequently Asked Questions
Questions about our parish:
1. How do I register to become a member of the parish?
2. What are the volunteer and service opportunities at St. Francis?
3. How can I have a Mass said for a living or deceased loved one?
4. Is the Parish Hall available to rent for personal functions?
5. What grade is First Reconciliations and First Communion?
6. What grade is Confirmation?
7. What are the Confirmation sponsor guidelines?
8. How do I get married at St. Francis of Assisi Church?
9. How do I register my children for Religious Education?
10. Does St. Francis of Assisi have a Youth Group?
top 1. How do I register to become a member of the parish?
To become a registered parishioner, visit or call the Parish Office at 203-227-1341 to receive registration material.
top 2. What are the volunteer and Service opportunities at St. Francis?
Your interest and involvement in the parish is greatly appreciaed. Check out our ministries and organizations and feel free to give any of the coordinators a call. You can also see a complete list of all our volunteer activities and ways to enrich your faith.
top 3. How can I have a Mass said for a living or deceased loved one?
To have Mass intentions offered for a loved one please visit or call the parish office 203-227-1341.
top 4. Is the Parish Hall available to rent for personal functions?
Yes, various meeting rooms and the grand hall, terrace and kitchen facilities are availble for meetings, receptions, and events big and small. To rent any space in our parish facility, contact Todd Caporizzo at 203-227-1341. You may also visit the Parish Hall page for additional information.
top 5. What grade is First Reconciliation and First Communion?
First Reconciliation and First Communion is made in the spring by members of the second grade religious education class . Contact our Director of Religious Educations at 203-227-1341 for further information.
top 6. What grade is Confirmation?
Confirmation is made in the spring by 9th grade members of the youth ministry program. Call our Director of Youth Ministry at 203-227-1341 for further information.
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Confirmation sponsors must be a confirmed, practicing Catholic, be at least 17 years old, and request a sponsor certificate from their parish. For additional information contact our Director of Youth Ministry at 203-227-1341.
top 8. How can I get married at St. Francis of Assisi Church?
To be married at St. Francis the couple should contact the parish at lest six months prior to their desired wedding date at 203-227-1341 to schedule a personal appointment with the pastor.
top 9. How do I register my children for Religious Education?
Registration for Religious Education takes place in the spring for the following school year. Information will be made available to in class to current students and information will be available in the bulletin, at Masses, and on the web site during registration. For additional information at other times please contact our Director of Religious Educations at 203-227-1341.
top 10. Does St. Francis of Assisi have a Youth Group?
Yes, youth group meets Sunday evenings during the school year beginning with the 5pm Mass. Any teenager is welcome. Please visit our Youth Ministry page for additional information. You may also contact Director of Youth Ministry, at 203-227-1341 for details.