DECEMBER 4, 2020
ST. CLARE CONNECTION
GIVING TREE - RETURN GIFTS
Thank you to those that selected a tag online!
Please return wrapped gifts by December 6.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 8
HOLY DAY
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION MASSES
7:00 AM & 6:00 PM

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
(Note different time this week due to evening Mass)
7:00-8:00 PM
ADVENT & CHRISTMAS BOOKLET DISCUSSIONS
Open to any adult parishioners (18+), these virtual discussions will focus on how the reflections in the Advent and Christmas Booklet are helping shape your experience of Advent and Christmas this year. These guided conversations will focus on: One thing you heard from the readings or reflections; How that passage makes you feel; How it challenges or affirms you; How God is calling you to respond.

You can join us for one, two, or every session. Dates and times are Mondays, Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28 & Jan. 4 at 7:00 PM. To participate, email Matt Flynn at mattflynn@stclarechurch.org to receive the Zoom link.

The booklet, along with other Advent & Christmas resources, can be found on our website at stclarechurch.org/advent-christmas
Follow Bishop Michael McGovern on Facebook and his daily Advent reflection postings!
ST. CLARE CHRISTMAS SCHEDULE
New Drop-Off Box Location
The Drop-off box has been removed from the old office porch. It is now at the curb in front of the our new parish entrance.
ST. CLARE ORNAMENTS
All ornaments will be pre-paid online only this year. Ornaments will be available for pick up after Mass next weekend December 12-13. Click HERE to order online.
VIRTUAL BAKING SESSION
Join us Sunday, Dec. 13, at 6:30pm for a Virtual Christmas Baking Session!

One of our parishioners will provide instructions and a live demonstration via Zoom while you have time to bake with others (virtually) and share some conversation. When you register, you will be added to the list to receive the Zoom link and will be given the recipes so that you know what supplies you will need. Please register by 10pm on Wednesday, Dec. 9, by emailing Matt Flynn (mattflynn@stclarechurch.org).
WE ARE HERE FOR YOU!
With the uncertainty related to COVID-19 we want you to know: 
We Are Here for You!

If you find that you need help in any way due to being quarantined, at risk, or other circumstances, please contact the parish office (618-632-3562) or email Matt Flynn (matthewflynn5@gmail.com). We have volunteers who are willing and able to help with running errands and various tasks or to call you if you are lonely. If you are experiencing financial hardship, please also contact our area St. Vincent de Paul helpline (618-632-4270).
Options for Weekend Masses
  1.   Attend with parishioners at church. Saturday at 5:00, Sunday 8:30 and 10:30.

  2.   Watch Livestream at 10:30 and receive Eucharist afterwards in church Gathering Space.
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