☰
St. Francis of Assisi Church
Portland
OR
97214
- Roman Catholic churches in Portland, OR
- Roman Catholic churches in Oregon
- Roman Catholic churches in United States
- Roman Catholic churches near me
- All churches in Portland, OR
Who we are
Saint Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Church is an urban parish located in the heart of Portland’s vibrant Eastside Buckman neighborhood. We are a welcoming Catholic faith community rooted in our baptisimal call to serve the poor and marginalized.
Location of worship / Church Address
330 Southeast 11th Avenue
Portland,
OR
97214
United States
Phone: 503-232-5880
Fax: 503-232-6449
Download St. Francis of Assisi Church vCard with Mass Times
Church Pastor
Fr. George Kuforiji
Pastor
330 Southeast 11th Avenue
Portland,
OR
97214
United States
Phone: 503-232-5880
Fax: 503-232-6449
Download Pastor Fr. George Kuforiji vCard
Quote of the Day
Proverbs 4:23
Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.
Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.
Denomination
Roman Catholic
Roman Catholic churches in Portland, Oregon, United States
Roman Catholic churches in Oregon, United States
Roman Catholic churches in United States
All churches in Portland, OR
Affiliations:
Website:
Social Media
St. Francis of Assisi Church Portland on YouTube
Leadership
Leader Name:
Fr. George Kuforiji
Leader Position:
Pastor
Formal Title:
Leader Address:
Tel:
Fax:
503-232-6449
Leader Email:
Leader Bio:
Other Church Leaders:
Fr. George Kuforiji on Social Media:
St. Francis of Assisi Church Leadership Photos
Administration
Admin Name:
Admin Position:
Admin Address:
Telephone:
Fax:
Admin Email:
Mailing Address
Driving Directions to St. Francis of Assisi Church
Travel/Directions Tips
Parking
St. Francis of Assisi Church Portland Mass Times
Daily Mass
Tuesday: 11:30 AM
Thursday: 11:30 AM
Weekend Mass
Sunday: 9:30 AM, 7:00 PM
Mass Times last updated on the 21st of April, 2019
Tuesday: 11:30 AM
Thursday: 11:30 AM
Weekend Mass
Sunday: 9:30 AM, 7:00 PM
Mass Times last updated on the 21st of April, 2019
Worship Languages
Dress code:
Children and Youth Activities
Under 12s:
Under 18s:
Local outreach & community activities:
St. Francis Dining Hall
'Faith in action is love, and love in action is service.'
— Saint Teresa of Calcutta
Hot meals are served in the Dining Hall daily Mon-Fri at 5 pm, and on Sun at 3:30 PM.
'Faith in action is love, and love in action is service.'
— Saint Teresa of Calcutta
Hot meals are served in the Dining Hall daily Mon-Fri at 5 pm, and on Sun at 3:30 PM.
Other activities & ministries
Special Needs/Accessibility:
Prayers and hymns:
Main Bible:
Hymns and Songs:
Other information:
Average Adult Congregation:
Average Youth Congregation:
Additional Info:
St. Francis of Assisi Church Photo Gallery
St. Francis of Assisi Church History
One of the oldest Catholic Churches in Portland
In 1870 the streets in the parish were no more than wide, muddied trails; and where there were sidewalks, they were made of planks. Known as the “Mother of Churches,” this parish had the first east side church in Portland. On the north it was bounded by the Columbia River and to the south by the town of Milwaukie.
In 1876 the first Mass was celebrated on Christmas Day in the new church, and St. Francis of Assisi Parish had its true beginnings. The pastor would make his rounds, visiting parishioners throughout the week, and return back to St. Francis Church for Sunday Mass. From this original parish, after many divisions took place, there are now 29 parishes taking up the same place as was once the original St. Francis parish. St. Francis has actually been housed in four churches. The property for the parish was either bought or donated from James B. Stephens in 1860. By Christmas of 1876, the first St. Francis Parish was celebrating its dedication, by Archbishop Blanchet, and first Mass in the new Gothic Church, 30 feet wide by 50 feet long, on the church’s present site between 11th and 12th, Oak and Pine Streets.
The first pastor, Father Verhaag, was concerned with meeting the parish debts. It was written of him that, “he frequently staged parish benefits which were supported by large numbers of his friends in West Portland and to encourage attendance, arranged for the Stark Street Ferry to run until midnight and hired hacks to carry his guests from the ferry landing to the Parish Hall.” Although St. Francis was well established by 1880, in January, a sudden windstorm completely demolished the church building. The storm also ruined part of the rectory. The second church was dedicated in November of 1881 by Archbishop Seghers. It was erected on the corner lot facing south, instead of east like the church today. This church served the parish for 30 years.
In 1886, the Sisters of the Holy Names erected a school building, Academy of the Holy Names, later known as St. Francis Academy, and 24 pupils enrolled. This was the first boarding school and first parochial school in East Portland. In 1911, the third church was dedicated by Archbishop Christie. The congregation took nearly eight years to actually plan and fund-raise for this church. It had two towers, surrounded by gold crosses outlined in incandescent lights, which could be seen throughout the city when they were lit on special occasions. The church cover half a block on the Pine Street side of the parish property. In 1945, St. Francis School and Convent were purchased from the Sisters of the Holy Names by the Parish.
Today, Saint Francis continues to build on our rich history.Thank you for making a difference in the world! Jesus tells us time and time again how important it is to serve others as a part of leading a Christian life. A genuine commitment to others is ultimately a commitment to Christ. It will make a difference in the choices you make and even the vocation that you are called to. In the book of Matthew Jesus says to the people “Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.” In other words, if you are feeding or clothing the poor, you are doing the same for Jesus.
In 1870 the streets in the parish were no more than wide, muddied trails; and where there were sidewalks, they were made of planks. Known as the “Mother of Churches,” this parish had the first east side church in Portland. On the north it was bounded by the Columbia River and to the south by the town of Milwaukie.
In 1876 the first Mass was celebrated on Christmas Day in the new church, and St. Francis of Assisi Parish had its true beginnings. The pastor would make his rounds, visiting parishioners throughout the week, and return back to St. Francis Church for Sunday Mass. From this original parish, after many divisions took place, there are now 29 parishes taking up the same place as was once the original St. Francis parish. St. Francis has actually been housed in four churches. The property for the parish was either bought or donated from James B. Stephens in 1860. By Christmas of 1876, the first St. Francis Parish was celebrating its dedication, by Archbishop Blanchet, and first Mass in the new Gothic Church, 30 feet wide by 50 feet long, on the church’s present site between 11th and 12th, Oak and Pine Streets.
The first pastor, Father Verhaag, was concerned with meeting the parish debts. It was written of him that, “he frequently staged parish benefits which were supported by large numbers of his friends in West Portland and to encourage attendance, arranged for the Stark Street Ferry to run until midnight and hired hacks to carry his guests from the ferry landing to the Parish Hall.” Although St. Francis was well established by 1880, in January, a sudden windstorm completely demolished the church building. The storm also ruined part of the rectory. The second church was dedicated in November of 1881 by Archbishop Seghers. It was erected on the corner lot facing south, instead of east like the church today. This church served the parish for 30 years.
In 1886, the Sisters of the Holy Names erected a school building, Academy of the Holy Names, later known as St. Francis Academy, and 24 pupils enrolled. This was the first boarding school and first parochial school in East Portland. In 1911, the third church was dedicated by Archbishop Christie. The congregation took nearly eight years to actually plan and fund-raise for this church. It had two towers, surrounded by gold crosses outlined in incandescent lights, which could be seen throughout the city when they were lit on special occasions. The church cover half a block on the Pine Street side of the parish property. In 1945, St. Francis School and Convent were purchased from the Sisters of the Holy Names by the Parish.
Today, Saint Francis continues to build on our rich history.Thank you for making a difference in the world! Jesus tells us time and time again how important it is to serve others as a part of leading a Christian life. A genuine commitment to others is ultimately a commitment to Christ. It will make a difference in the choices you make and even the vocation that you are called to. In the book of Matthew Jesus says to the people “Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.” In other words, if you are feeding or clothing the poor, you are doing the same for Jesus.
St. Francis of Assisi Church Historical Photos
Page administrator:
Contact Email: