I'm New to St. Francis of Assisi, Vancouver. Where Do I Start?
Welcome to St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Vancouver!
We are delighted to welcome you to our parish community! Whether you’re new to the area, visiting, or looking for a spiritual home, we’re so glad you’ve found us.
At St. Francis of Assisi Parish, our mission is to:
- Worshiping God and celebrating the Divine Ministries
- Promoting and protecting the transcendentals of Truth, Goodness and Beauty.
Guided by our vision,
We live to know, love, and serve God in this world and to be with him forever in the next.
If you’re new, we encourage you to introduce yourself to our parish priest, Father Juan Lucca, or any of our welcoming volunteers. They’ll be happy to answer your questions, share information about our ministries, and help you get involved.
Our parish doors are open not just for Mass but for prayer, fellowship, and community as we work together to live out our mission and vision. At St. Francis of Assisi Parish, we seek to love God, love one another, and make the name of Jesus known.
Welcome —we look forward to growing in faith with you!
A Letter from Reverend Juan Lucca
Hello and welcome! I’m Father Juan Lucca, the parish priest at St. Francis of Assisi Church. Our parish is a vibrant and welcoming community where we come together to worship, grow in faith, and serve one another. We strive to share God’s love and mercy in everything we do. Whether you’re new or have been with us for years, I invite you to join us in prayer and fellowship. Come and experience the warmth and spirit of our parish family. I look forward to meeting you!
Finding St. Francis of Assisi
Contact Us Directions Mass Times
Confession Times
Saturday: 4 pm and 30 minutes before weekday Masses
Mass Times
Saturday: 9am; 5pm (Sunday Anticipated)
Sunday: 9am (Italian); 10:30am
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 7:45am
Tuesday: 7pm (Perpetual Novena)
Office Hours
Tuesday to Friday 9 am to 3 pm
Mass: What to Expect
If you are new to Mass, returning after some time away, or visiting St. Francis of Assisi Parish for the first time, you are very welcome here. Catholic liturgy can feel unfamiliar at first, so we have prepared a simple guide to help you follow along and feel more at home as we pray and worship together.
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Register and Get the Best Parish Experience
If you have been attending the parish for a while but have not yet registered, please take a moment to register. This allows us to have your important information kept securely in our database so that we can send you your yearly tax receipts, as well as give you the opportunity to manage your mail and giving preferences.
Legion of Mary
The object of the Legion of Mary is the glory of God through the holiness of its members developed by prayer and active co-operation in Mary’s and the Church’s work. The unit of the Legion of Mary...
Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus are Catholic men of faith and men of charitable action. Membership in the Knights of Columbus provides an association with brotherly companions. It offers the opportunity...
Ushers
Ushers welcome parishioners to Mass and assist with seating at the weekend Masses and take up the collection. They are also available to answer questions from attendees of the Mass.
Mount Carmel Society
The Mt Carmel Society has been active in our parish for approximately 50 years. It is comprised of men and women of Italian heritage who meet regularly for prayer and social activities. The Mt...
RCIA
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is a program for people interested in the Catholic faith, whether they are non-Catholics thinking about becoming Catholic, or Catholics who wish to...
Altar Serving
Altar Servers are responsible for assisting the priest in a reverent and respectful manner during the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. Responsibilities include: preparation for the Mass, assisting...
Lectors
Lectors, also known as Readers, proclaim the Word of God at Mass and other liturgical services. They read Scripture, which is the living Word of God, in a clear and meaningful way so that everyone...