St. Francis Roman Catholic Church
About St. Francis Roman Catholic Church
Nestled in historic downtown Staunton, Virginia, St. Francis of Assisi Parish is served by Msgr. Andrew Cassin and draws worshippers to its beautifully renovated church — featuring stained glass windows, a Blessed Virgin Mary side altar, and a garden honoring Our Lady of Guadalupe. The parish offers multiple Sunday Masses and weekday liturgies, a dedicated Adoration Chapel, a chamber organ program led by the St. Francis Schola, and an active OCIA program welcoming those entering the faith within the Diocese of Richmond.
St. Francis Roman Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish in Staunton, Virginia, part of the Diocese of Richmond. The parish offers Mass 11 times per week, including Sunday at 7 AM and 7:15 AM and 8:30 AM and 11:30 AM. Confession is available on Tuesday, Saturday. Eucharistic Adoration is offered — see schedule below. View the full schedule below.
Mass Schedule
Sunday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Mass and sacrament times can change for holy days, seasons, and special events. Please confirm directly with the parish before visiting.
Confession Schedule
Tuesday
Saturday
Eucharistic Adoration
Programs & Ministries
RCIA / OCIA (Becoming Catholic)
RCIA / OCIA
Schedule: Sunday
Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA)
AdultsSchedule: Sunday, seasonal
The process by which individuals become members of the Catholic Church, beginning in September and concluding with the Easter Vigil.
Begins September 7th for 2025-2026 program.
Faith Formation & Religious Education
Faith Formation
Schedule: Sunday, 10 AM
FAITH FORMATION Adult Faith Formation mees on Sundays at 10 a.m. in Assisi Hall. Refreshments are served, and all ae invited. MORNING PRAYER The St. Francis Schola leads the office of Morning Prayer,
Bible Study
Adult Faith Formation
AdultsSchedule: Sunday, 10 AM, weekly
Adult Faith Formation meets on Sundays with refreshments served.
Prayer Groups
Prayer Group
Morning Prayer
All agesSchedule: Thursday, 7 AM, weekly
The St. Francis Schola leads the office of Morning Prayer, including beautiful, contemplative psalm melodies.
Morning Prayer
All agesSchedule: Monday, 7 AM, weekly
The St. Francis Schola leads the office of Morning Prayer, including beautiful, contemplative psalm melodies.
Choir & Music Ministry
Choir
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Mass times at St. Francis Roman Catholic Church? ▼
St. Francis Roman Catholic Church Mass times: Sunday at 7 AM, 7:15 AM, 8:30 AM, 11:30 AM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.
When is confession at St. Francis Roman Catholic Church? ▼
St. Francis Roman Catholic Church confession times: Tuesday 4 PM - 5:15 PM, 4 PM - 5 PM; Saturday 3:30 PM - 4:45 PM, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at St. Francis Roman Catholic Church? ▼
Yes, St. Francis Roman Catholic Church celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 5 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.
Does St. Francis Roman Catholic Church have daily Mass? ▼
Yes, St. Francis Roman Catholic Church offers daily Mass on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 5:30 PM, 7 AM, 12 PM.
Where is St. Francis Roman Catholic Church located? ▼
St. Francis Roman Catholic Church is located at 118 North New Street, Staunton, VA 24401. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.
Does St. Francis Roman Catholic Church have Eucharistic Adoration? ▼
Yes, St. Francis Roman Catholic Church offers Eucharistic Adoration. Schedule: Tuesday 6 PM - 10 PM; Wednesday 8 AM - 10 PM.
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