OCTOBER 23, 2020
ST. CLARE CONNECTION
November:
The Month of Remembrance
ALL SAINTS DAY
All Saints' Day is a solemn holy day of the Catholic Church celebrated annually on November 1. The day is dedicated to the saints of the Church, that is, all those who have attained heaven.
It will be celebrated at our Sunday Weekend Masses.

ALL SOULS' DAY
COMMEMORATION OF THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED MASS
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2– 6:30 PM
We welcome people of all faiths who are seeking hope after the death of a loved one. If you know someone dealing with grief, invite them and attend this service with them.
PHOTOS OF DECEASED LOVED ONES
Due to Covid-19 restrictions we will not have our annual photos of deceased loved ones displayed in our St. Joseph and Blessed Mother Mary Shrines. We do, however, encourage you to set up your own display in your home in honor of loved ones this November.
Tuesday, November 3
Eucharistic Adoration
Be sure to read Fr. Jim's bulletin article for more information!
Baptism Class
Sunday, November 8 at 1:30 p.m.
For parents that would like to schedule a Baptism and have not previously attended a class at St. Clare, please call the parish office if you have questions or plan to attend! 
Annual Ornaments Now on Sale!
All ornaments will be pre-paid online only this year. You can choose to purchase your ornament for PICK UP or TO BE SHIPPED. Ornaments to be picked up after Mass on the weekend of December 12-13 are $12 each. Ornaments to be shipped directly to your home address are $15 each.

Front: St. Clare image from the crucifix hanging above the altar
Back: "Totally love Him who gave Himself totally out of love for you." -St. Clare of Assisi
Building Update
Our “Open House-Walk-Thru” will be after each Mass on the weekend of November 7-8.
More details coming soon!
Theology Thursdays
Fr. Jim interviews parishioners Percy & Judy Menzies, natives of India, who were instrumental in procuring our parish's monstrance and canopy for Eucharistic processions.
All videos can be found on our YouTube page and on our website at
Parish School of Religion Classes
This Sunday!!! Our first-ever hybrid PSR!
Remote students: log in as usual
In-person students: wear a mask and do health check in. 
Check your email and website for instructions on arrival, dismissal and what to bring!
Quiet on Cross Street
High School Youth
High school youth event was postponed from last week to this week.
Text Karen at 618-610-9149 for details and if you plan to attend.
LUKE 18: A Retreat for Eighth Graders
JANUARY 15-16, 2021 - Mini Version
8th Grader registration and payment due Nov. 13.
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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