This episode covers the history of our building project, the land our current church sits on, and some basic elements of architecture that are found in our church building.
In this episode, Fr. Jim talks about our journey into the church and the symbols we encounter on the way.
In this episode, Fr. Jim talks about the metal craftsmanship found in St. Clare and gives an introduction about the stone used for the key fixtures in our church.
In this episode, we hear from liturgical design consultant Ken Griesemer; Fr. Jim talks about the symbolism and design of the altar and baptismal font.
In this episode, Fr. Jim talks about the ambo, tabernacle, and sanctuary lamp.
This episode focuses on the crucifix as a devotional piece of art. Fr. Jim goes in depth about the historical and artistic qualities of the main crucifix that is hung in our parish, and offers a reflection on the specific qualities of that crucifix.
In this extensive episode, Fr. Jim talks about the parish property, gardens, the decorations used for Art & Environment, and the ecologically friendly aspects of our church building.
In this episode, Fr. Jim talks about the artwork in the St. Clare Chapel,
the Ambry, and the Reconciliation/Anointing Chapel and its artwork.
In this episode, Fr. Jim talks about our devotional shrines to Mary
and Joseph, and the history and significance of devotional shrines
n churches.
In this episode, Fr. Jim talks about the Stations of the Cross: the history of the devotion, and our incredible set of Stations at St. Clare created by Meltem Aktas.
In this episode, Fr. Jim talks about the history of stained glass,
and, in particular, our beautiful hand-created stained glass windows.
Fr. Jim wraps up the Art & Architecture series by revealing some fun facts and hidden treasures that were included in the master plan for our campus.
Fr. Jim interviews parishioners Percy & Judy Menzies, natives of India, who were instrumental in procuring our parish's monstrance and canopy for Eucharistic processions.
This week, Fr. Jim interviews parishioners Peg Harter and Peggy Melone who have handcrafted the banners used at St. Clare for decoration and processions.
As he prepares to go on a week-long retreat, Fr. Jim explains the different kinds of retreats, and encourages us to make time for this form of spiritual growth.
Take a virtual tour of the fellowship hall and office wing.
Deacon John Gomez begins a three-part video series on St. Joseph wherein we learn about the Church's beliefs and teachings about St. Joseph.
(April 2021)
Matt Flynn gives an introduction to Marian Devotions in light of the two upcoming Marian Feasts on the liturgical calendar. This is an introduction to a series on the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary.
Matt Flynn reflects on the first Joyful Mystery of the Rosary, the Annunciation.
Fr. Jim reflects on the second Joyful Mystery: the Visitation.
Deacon John Gomez reflects on the third Joyful Mystery of the Rosary: the Nativity.
Matt Flynn reflects on the Presentation of the Infant Jesus in the Temple, and, through examining the Holy Family, Simeon, and Anna, gives us take-aways for us to use as we pray this mystery.
In this final video of the series on the Joyful Mysteries, Matt Flynn reflects on the Finding of the Child Jesus in the Temple.