Special Events
There is always something meaningful happening at St. Francis in the Foothills.
Our special events are opportunities to gather beyond weekly worship—bringing people together through music, learning, service, and shared experiences. From concerts and guest speakers to community conversations, seasonal celebrations, and outreach events, each gathering offers a unique way to connect more deeply with one another and with the life of the church.
Whether you are new to St. Francis or have been part of the community for years, these events are designed to be welcoming, engaging, and accessible to all.
We invite you to explore what’s coming up and join us as we learn, grow, and celebrate together.
July
Am I Truly Invisible? - An Ageism Discussion
Presented By Dr. Linda Hollis, MS, EdS, PhD
Sunday, July 12th
at 11:00am
in the Celebration Center and Online
With adults 65+ making up a growing and increasingly diverse share of the U.S. population, understanding and addressing ageism has never been more critical. This engaging presentation challenges participants to examine their own beliefs about aging and take meaningful action.
Dr. Hollis guides participants through the three faces of ageism; institutional, interpersonal, and self-directed. All while exploring how age intersects with gender, race, disability, and income to create compounding layers of invisibility that push people even further to the margins.
The Normally Aging Brain
Presented By Dr. Lynne A. Oland, PhD
Sunday, July 19th
at 11:00am
in the Celebration Center and Online
Consider aging as a stage in the process of human development. As we age, so do our brains.
How do our attitudes about aging affect our brains?
Why is chronic stress damaging to our brains?
Come learn about the normal changes happening inside our heads, signs of mental decline to be aware of, and what we can do to optimize our brain health.
