A Mass in Saint Francis Chapel will celebrate St. Francis’ “birth into heaven” on Wednesday, Oct. 4, at 11:30 a.m. University Chaplain Father David Meinzen will officiate. People of all faiths and persuasions are invited to join in this joyful celebration of St. Francis’ life in word, song and sacrament.

Attendees are asked to bring one or more personal care items for a man, woman or child which will be donated to a local agency which serves the homeless. Items should be new and in their original packaging.