New Year…New Beginnings: The holy season of Advent begins this weekend, which for us Catholics is the beginning of a new liturgical year. A new year is an opportunity for new ‘beginnings’ and fresh ideas about our personal and spiritual lives. As a parish, we begin our liturgical year with gratitude for all the graces God has bestowed on us as a community and in our personal lives...READ MORE

This collection for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) supports economic and community development programs that empower people in poverty to address the obstacles they face while bringing permanent positive change to their communities. All programs adhere to the moral teachings of the Catholic Church....READ MORE AND FOR LINK TO GIVE

Amazing Energy of the Holy Spirit…Every morning in my prayer, I take time to simply marvel at how the Holy Spirit is so ‘energetic’ and vibrant in our parish. One example is seeing the increase in how many new people have joined our liturgical ministries in the past few months. To see the young people (and other ages!) stepping forward in the roles as ushers, readers, cantors, etc., inspires me greatly...READ MORE

Deacon Formation…Two St. Clare parishioners, Dan Kimutis and Len Ratajczyk, are close to finishing a five year Deacon Formation Program with our Diocese. Their formation training has included in depth learning on topics related to Scripture, Church History, Sacraments and Spirituality. The formation process prepares them for the Ministry of Deacon including service to the parish and local community. Please keep them in your prayers as they approach their ordination which will be on June 3, 2023 at St. Peter Cathedral in Belleville...READ MORE