Welcome to the Deanery of St. Francis

The Anglican Diocese of Quebec in the Eastern Townships

Who We Are

The Deanery of St. Francis is a community of Anglicans across twenty-one parishes in the Eastern Townships. It is our belief that the Christian faith and the Anglican tradition offer a path that will lead to a life of peace and serenity, courage and endurance during times of suffering, as well as understanding.

The Church is a witness in these times, and we offer to support and equip you and your family to find the way of joy and life, and to help you deepen the meaning of your life.

Christ Church Stanstead altar with quote overlay, "The glory of God is a human being fully alive" - St. Irenaeus.
Dogs at Georgeville Anglican Church pet blessing in the Eastern Townships of Quebec
Anglican Church of Canada in North Hatley, Eastern Townships Quebec
Bishop of the Diocese of Quebec in the Anglican Church of Canada processes into St George, Lennoxville.
Crucifer in Lennoxville, Quebec with altar in the background ready to begin Christian service

Anglicanism has held a prominent place in the Eastern Townships since the 1790s. The oldest church in the region was built in 1827 and remains part of the Regional Ministry. When you enter one of the parishes in the Deanery, you step into part of the rich history of the Anglican Church in Quebec.

The Deanery of St. Francis is one of the six regions of the Anglican Diocese of Quebec. Our region serves twenty-one parishes in the Eastern Townships. Learn more about our parishes.

Find us across the Eastern Townships

Worship is at the very heart of the Anglican Church.

You will find Anglican services beautiful in their ordered dignity, focus on God, and mindfulness of human needs. Our principal worship takes place on Sundays and includes services of Holy Eucharist, Service of the Word, and Morning Prayer. Information about the weekly service schedule can be found on our Calendar page.

I’m new. What can I expect?

Throughout the Christian world, Anglicans are known for their prayer books. The Daily Office, morning and evening payer, includes psalms and Bible readings said either individually or corporately. In times when we are unable to formulate our own prayers, prayer books demonstrate that we can rely on Scripture and the Church to supply our need.

The Daily Office can be read silently or aloud, or enjoyed through audio.

Book of Common Prayer: Digital BCP

Book of Alternative Services: Digital BAS

The Daily Office: Common Worship

Let us pray…

Parishioner reading from the Book of Common Prayer in a Christian Church in the Eastern Townships of Quebec

We hope to see you on Sunday.