St. Francis’ offers a variety of programs for spiritual growth, such as monthly seminars, Bible Study, faith formation, history or current events as well as informative secular workshops and emergency response training that are open to the public.
Weekly classes:
* Bible Study: Sundays after Worship Service at 11:45am moderated by David Kriegh, M. Th.
* Evening Bible Study: Thursday nights at 7:00pm moderated by Beverly Popek.
Incarnation: Fleshing Out the Bible’s Christmas Stories
A four-week series examining how the Gospels approach the Nativity story
Dates: Thursdays, November 12 & 19, December 3 & 10
Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Moderator: Beverly Popek
We warmly invite you to join us for a four-week series exploring how the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John tell the Nativity story. Whether you are new to Bible study or have journeyed with these stories before, everyone is welcome. Guided by the Yale Bible Study curriculum by The Rev. Dr. Allen R. Hilton, we’ll discover the meaning of Jesus’ birth together through scripture, small-group conversations, and inspiring video. Come as you are, bring a friend, and experience a spirit of openness and encouragement. We hope this series will be a joyful way for you to prepare your heart for Advent and the Christmas season.
The Armor of God: A 6-Week Bible Study Series
Thursdays at 7:00pm (this class has concluded)
Join us for The Armor of God, a six-week Bible study series where we will explore each piece of God’s armor and discover how it protects, strengthens, and prepares us for everyday life. Together, we will learn how to put on the Belt of Truth, Breastplate of Righteousness, Shoes of the Gospel of Peace, Shield of Faith, Helmet of Salvation, and Sword of the Spirit. Through Scripture, discussion, prayer, and reflection, we will uncover practical ways to apply these spiritual truths in our daily walk with God.
Whether you are new to the Christian faith or have been following Jesus for many years, this study offers an opportunity to grow stronger spiritually and discover the power of God’s presence in your life. Come and be encouraged, equipped, and renewed as we learn together what it means to “put on the whole armor of God” and stand firm in the strength of the Lord.
“Be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his power.” — Ephesians 6:10
Workshops: We host workshops which are open to the public on a variety of topics.
Past workshops have included:
* Navigating Growing Up in a Digital World Workshop
* Senior Wearables & Tools Workshop
* Declutter, Organize & Downsize Workshop
* Financial Empowerment Workshop
* Introduction to ChatGPT
Emergency Response Training: We regularly host emergency response training which are open to the public.
Past classes have included:
* 6-week NERT training with SF Fire Department
* Map Your Neighborhood training on the 9 things to do in the first 60 minutes after a disaster
* CPR/AED
* Stop the Bleed / Narcan training
* SF Ready (Earthquake Preparedness)