St. Francis In The Fields

Youth Board Game Night
2026-03-29 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Detroit)
Come hang out on Sunday, March 29, as we gather for dinner, prayer and a night of games around the Vicarage!

Tuesday Bible Study: Spring 2026
2026-03-31 09:30 - 11:30
The Gospel of John has captivated minds and hearts from the earliest days of the Church. It is a rich and challenging gospel that was “written that you may believe,” and which has just as much resonance today as ever. This winter, join us an exploration of the first half of this fascinating gospel during Tuesday Bible Study. Each session will include a one-hour lecture followed by optional small-group discussion.
New registrations welcome by clicking here! Those who participated in TBS this fall are already registered for winter 2026.

Youth Wednesday Night Bible Study
2026-04-01 17:45 - 19:30, 2026-04-08 17:45 - 19:30
Each Wednesday night during the program year, our youth gather with the parish for our community Wednesday Night Dinner. They then break off into their own small group, studying the same material as Essentials Small Group Experience. The evening begins at 5:45 p.m. in Graves Hall and concludes at 7:30 p.m.

Children's Crossroads
2026-04-01 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-04-08 18:30 - 19:30
All children are invited to “Crossroads,” our Wednesday night programming for our youngest disciples ages 3 through 5th grade! Join us on the Lower Level after Wednesday Night Dinner for an age-appropriate journey through faith, Church traditions, and sacred Scripture!

A Service of Tenebrae
2026-04-01 20:00 - 21:00
From the Latin for “darkness,” or “shadows,” Tenebrae is the celebration of morning prayer in the days preceding Easter. Traditionally, these daily offices were sung in the early hours of the morning or anticipated the evening before as darkness was setting in. A candelabra features prominently, and after the recitation of the appointed psalms, candles are gradually extinguished to the point of total darkness. Don’t miss this powerful liturgy, the perfect way to immerse yourself in the journey of Holy Week as we move from darkness to light.

Men's Thursday Bible Study
2026-04-02 07:00 - 08:00, 2026-04-09 07:00 - 08:00
Join Fr. Clint on Thursday mornings from 7:00 to 8:00 a.m. to study Romans For Everyone, Part II. There is no charge for the class, but registration on Realm is required. Click here to sign up! The book is available for purchase on Amazon at this link.

Maundy Thursday
2026-04-02 19:00 - 20:00
Join us this Maundy Thursday, April 2, for our service of Holy Eucharist, during which we celebrate the institution of Lord’s Supper and remember Christ’s “new commandment” to love one another as he loves us. Our annual “Gethsemane Garden” offering will follow immediately after the service in the Davenport Chapel.

Gethsemane Watch
2026-04-02 20:00 - 2026-04-03 08:00
This year during Holy Week, we are reprising our “Gethsemane Watch” from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. the night of Maundy Thursday. In honor of our Lord’s commandment to his disciples to “keep watch” while he prayed in the Garden of Gethsemane, we are encouraging parishioners to sit—in designated chunks of time—with the sacred elements of bread and wine through the course of Thursday night.

Children's Stations of the Cross
2026-04-03 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-04-03 18:00 - 18:30
Want to talk to your children about Good Friday, but not sure how? Join us on Good Friday for a Children’s Stations of the Cross. This simple, outdoor liturgy, held in the Back Bowl before our Good Friday liturgies, will help children encounter the mystery of the Crucifixion of Jesus—and the wonderful love of God—in a gentle and age-appropriate way.

Good Friday
2026-04-03 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-03 19:00 - 20:00
Join us for our observance of the most solemn day in the Christian calendar and spend time prayerfully reflecting on Christ’s Passion. Our Good Friday services will be held at 12:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. There will be no celebration of the Eucharist.

Brotherhood of St. Andrew Meeting
2026-04-04 07:45 - 09:00, 2026-04-11 07:45 - 09:00
The St. Francis chapter of the Brotherhood of St. Andrew (BOSA) is a men’s group that meets regularly on Saturday mornings for breakfast, Bible study, and fellowship. Meetings are open to guests and take place in Rooms 201/202. If you are interested in joining, contact Chapter Chair John Groth or Treasurer Scott Calvert.

Holy Saturday
2026-04-04 09:00 - 10:00
You are invited to the Davenport Chapel for our simple service in observance of Holy Saturday, during which we reflect on Christ laid in the tomb and prepare our hearts for his Resurrection.

Easter Floral Arranging
2026-04-04 10:00 - 11:00
Help make our church beautiful for Easter! We are looking for a team of 10-12 volunteers who would like to arrange flowers at 10:00 a.m. on Holy Saturday (April 4). Expert designer John David Myles will demonstrate how to make the arrangement, and provide some tips for success. Flowers will be provided by the church. No experience necessary! Sign up today on Realm!

Great Vigil of Easter
2026-04-04 20:00 - 22:00
Join us on Saturday, April 4, for our celebration of the most ancient, sacred, and important festival of the Christian year! We will light the New Fire, baptize Christians into the Body of Christ, and celebrate the first Communion of Easter. The service will begin in the Memorial Garden and move into the Nave after the lighting of the Fire.

Easter Sunday
2026-04-05 07:30 - 08:00, 2026-04-05 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-04-05 11:15 - 12:30
He is risen! Celebrate Christ’s victory over the grave and the redemption of all creation at our Easter Sunday services. Join us at 7:30 a.m. in the Davenport Chapel and 9 and 11:15 a.m. in the Nave. Note that our annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held between the 9 and 11:15 services!

Joyful Noise Singing School
2026-04-05 10:15 - 11:00, 2026-04-12 10:15 - 11:00
Joyful Noise Singing School, a formation program for children aged 5-9, will introduce children to signing basics, encourage an early love of church music, and help them build confidence by singing a monthly prelude. This class begins on September 7 at 10:15 a.m., and meets downstairs in Room 117. No audition or previous musical experience is required.
Register on Realm! For more information, please contact Jessica Vanover at jessicav@sfitf.org.

The Big Story
2026-04-05 10:15 - 11:00, 2026-04-12 10:15 - 11:00
This year in Sunday School, our Middle Schoolers will walk through the whole Bible from start to finish. They will get to know God’s great story for all of creation and how they are a part of it! The Bible can be intimidating and overwhelming. By opening our Bibles each week and looking at each book from a 30,000ft view, we hope that the Bible will be less of “that really big book,” and more of “my constant companion” and “the big story that is my story.” Join us in the Vicarage on Sunday mornings from 10:15 to 11:00 a.m.

Youth Confirmation
2026-04-05 10:15 - 11:00
Confirmation is the rite in which we express a mature commitment to Christ, and receive strength from the Holy Spirit through prayer and the laying on of hands by a Bishop. At St. Francis in the Fields, preparation for confirmation is open to all who are baptized and will at least in the 8th grade in the 2025-26 school year. If you would like to seek out confirmation, we ask that you commit to a process of instruction and formation that includes a year-long confirmation class held during the Sunday school hour each week.

Easter Egg Hunt
2026-04-05 10:30 - 11:00
Your children are invited to come hunt for Easter eggs on the morning of Easter, rain or shine! Spectacular treats are in store for all seekers as we continue this beloved tradition. Meet us in Graves Hall immediately after the 9:00 a.m. service. All will be dismissed at the same time to hunt and peck!

Sunday Night Youth Group
2026-04-05 18:00 - 19:30
Each Sunday Night, the Youth of St. Francis gather for a time of food and fellowship, prayer, and fun! We meet at the Vicarage at 6:00 for dinner. After we clean up, we go to the chapel for prayer. We end the night with fun games and activities.
