St. Francis Catholic Singles, SFCS ( Formerly - Serving God as a Single Person, SGSP)
All monthly meetings begin at 7:15 pm (doors open at 7pm; arrive early for refreshments and chit-chat) and take place at the St. Francis Friary, 500 Todt Hill Road, Staten Island, NY10304. Email: info@sgspsi.org.Cost:donation $10 appreciated.
NO RSVP is neccassary for our regular monthly meetings at the St. Francis Friary To sign-up for our free email list please register via this Website click on sidebar "how to join"
Mission:St. Francis Catholic Singles (SFCS) is a contemporary circle of men and women,
in their 30s, 40s and 50s who are single or single again and wish to lead more fulfilled,
empowered lives by deepening their Catholic spirituality and building community with like minded peers.
We were formed in March 2001 to acknowledge the challenge of living singly in today’s world by
offering topics and events that address the following five values:the spiritual, intellectual, practical, social and charitable.
new and returning members always welcome.
St. Francis Catholic Singles (SFCS)
February - June 2012 (scroll down for complete details)
monthly meeting - Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 7:15 pm
"Catholicism 102"
Back by popular demand…
Have you forgotten or perhaps never quite understood certain tenets of Catholicism
or have you been away from the Church for a while and have questions about the faith?
Then join us at this opportune time -- the beginning of Lent --for an informal q & a and discussion
led by Franciscan priest, Fr. Ed Costello, OFM Conv.Fr. Ed,
has a background in classical languages and has taught at the high school and college level.
He has ministered in parishes and health care facilities and is the retired chaplain of SeaviewHospital.
Please email any questions you might have for Father by Tuesday, Feb. 21 2012 to info@sgspsi.org,
subject box:Catholicism 102, or just bring your questions with you that night.
monthly meeting - Thursday, March 22, 2012 at 7:15 pm
Bogie and Bacall Movie Night
Get together with your SFCS friends for some popcorn and to watch the 1948 classic movie,
Key Largo, starring Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall.
A World War II veteran travels to a run-down hotel on Key Largo to visit the family of a friend who died bravely in his unit.
Upon his arrival, he sees that the hotel has been taken over by a mob of gangsters.
As a descending hurricane looms on the Florida Keys he is faced with protecting the family of his fallen comrade.
Sunday, April 22, 2012 at 11:00 am
Earth Day Hike
Our fall hike was so successful; we decided to hit the trails again!
Celebrate Earth Day and the season of spring at ClayPitPondPark as SFCS member,
Joe Cantalupo, guides on a sensory hike as we take in the sights and sounds of Mother Nature.
We will meet at 10:45 am sharp at 83 Nielsen Avenue, Staten Island,NY10309 near Arthur Kill and Sharrotts Rd. (718) 967-1976.
Wear sneakers and comfortable clothing. Rain date:Sunday, April 29, 2012. RSVP necessary by 5 pm Friday, April 20.
monthly meeting - Thursday, April 26, 2012 at 7:15 pm
How Science Supports the Church’s Teaching on Sexuality
Have you ever felt uncomfortable trying to explain the Catholic Church’s teachings on life issues?
The culture claims that science contradicts the church’s teachings on the most controversial moral questions of our day.
However, in the areas of human sexuality and personhood especially, the opposite is true.
This presentation explains how science proves the Catholic Church’s teachings true in a very positive way,
and these very truths have the ability to heal the wounds of our youth, celebrate our dignity in the present, & protect ourselves & loved ones in the future.
Join us as presenters Debbie Sucich and Janna Gaudiuso,
volunteers at Cross Road Foundation, enlighten us with the truth. Debbie, a peer counselor and Youth Outreach Coordinator,
helps women and teens make positive choices in the areas of life issues and sexuality.
Janna, a volunteer co-presenter at Celebrate Marriage Day for the Archdiocese NY,
enjoys spending time on various mission projects that involve outreach in the pro-life and pro-chastity arenas.
monthly meeting - Thursday, May 24, 2012 at 7:15 pm
The Good Shepherd Is Calling - You!
The Good Shepherd calls the Christian community in every age and at every moment in our lives.
How is the Good Shepherd reaching out to you today?
Join us as Fred Herron, Interim Executive Director and Director of Ministry at Mount Manresa Jesuit Retreat House,
offers a number of concrete strategies to help us respond positively to this invitation.
Saturday, June 9, 2012 at 4 pm
Mass at the St. Francis Friary & Pizza Afterwards
Join us as we celebrate the Eucharist.
We’ll meet inside the main doors of the Friary at 3:45, so we can enter the chapel and sit together.
Afterwards, we’ll go for pizza.
SFCS’ Annual Spring into Summer Party
Join us for dinner and dancing as we celebrate our 11th successful year.
More details to follow regarding date and location…
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All monthly meetings begin at 7:15 pm (doors open at 7pm; arrive early for refreshments and chit-chat)
and take place at the St. Francis Friary, 500 Todt Hill Road, Staten Island, NY 10304 (718) 981-3131.
Cost: $5.00 minimum, $10.00 appreciated. For more info., check our website: www.sgspsi.org, email info@sgspsi.org or call (718) 815-7255.
To sign-up for our free email list please register via this Website
Meeting Cost: $5-$10 minimum, we would be most appreciative if you would find it in your heart to donate a little extra if possible t help defray the cost of our meeting (refreshments, speakers, printing, mailing, donation for use of Friary, etc.)
Mission: St Francis Catholic Singles (SFCS) formerly (SGSP) Serving God as a Single Person is a contemporary circle of men and women, specifically ages 30's, 40's, 50's who are single or single again and wish to lead more fulfilled, empowered lives by deepening their Catholic spirituality and meeting like-minded peers. SGSP was formed in March 2001 to acknowledge the challenge of living singly in today’s world by offering topics and events that address the following five values: the spiritual, intellectual, practical, social and charitable.
The SFCS schedule is organized by the SFCS Planning Committee and our members. Maria Giura, Ph.D., Founder or email INFO@SGSPSI.ORG or contact Mary (718) 815-7255.