ST. CLARE CONNECTION 
August 19, 2016
Here's whats happening at St. Clare Church.  Now coming to you weekly with direct links to this weekend's bulletin and 'Connecting Music to Mass' article.
THIS WEEKEND AT ST. CLARE

OKTOBERFEST KICK-OFF WEEKEND!!!

St. Clare's biggest annual fundraiser, Oktoberfest 2016, takes place Saturday, September 24.
 
Stop by the Oktoberfest tables after Mass this weekend for more info & meet the Oktoberfest Committee to find out how you can get involved!

♦ Volunteers are needed to set up/tear down the Fest grounds or to work shifts in a stand or to help prepare and serve our homemade German dinner
♦ Donations needed for basket raffles, silent auction, cake stand, food items for dinner and much more
♦ Sell raffle tickets for our fabulous Big Otto and Li'l Otto raffles
♦ Register for the Rennen & Weg 5K Run
♦ Support the parish and promote your business as an Oktoberfest sponsor
HOW TO FIND SILENCE WITH GOD
THURSDAY, AUGUST 25 
6:45 PM -  FELLOWSHIP HALL

Fr. Jim Deiters will lead a discussion about the challenges of getting to silence in our prayer and what to do with distracting thoughts. We will also practice some quiet prayer time as part of the session. All are welcome.
PSR REGISTRATION
Sign up for Parish School of Religion online by August 23. PSR offers weekly classes for students in grades K-8 who do not attend St. Clare Catholic School. 
ELECTION FISHBOWL
SATURDAY, AUGUST 27
6:15 PM - FELLOWSHIP HALL

Do you feel burdened by your choices as a voter and member of society? Do you struggle with how to vote as a Catholic? Come to our fishbowl conversation following 5:00 Mass to observe three members of our community discuss issues as they relate to our faith and values. There will be time for questions and conversation after the presentation. Snacks will be provided. 
5TH & 6TH GRADE YOUTH RALLY
SUNDAY, AUGUST 28 - 3:15-5:30 PM - ST. CLARE SCHOOL
Fix My Eyes on You Youth Rally. A free concert and faith activities with your friends! Registration extended to Tuesday, August 23.
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