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Memories Made on 6th Annual Camping Trip
Capital Campaign Dollars at Work
Opportunities to Pray.Serve.Give.
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Memories Made on 6th Annual Camping Trip  


The 6th annual Saint Clement camping trip at Blackwell Forest Preserve was a huge success. Despite the torrential downpour on Saturday afternoon, we still had a great turnout. The weather cleared and it was a beautiful evening with walks through the trails, fishing along the late, and bubble blowing. There were some veteran camping trip attendees as well as some welcomed new faces. Father Peter celebrated mass and parishioner Rob Svenden yet again generously provided the burgers and hot dogs for the potluck dinner. Everyone had a great time!


 

 



 

Capital Campaign Dollars at Work
 

Work has already begun on some of the projects outlined in our To Teach Who Christ Is brochure, thanks to your generous donations and funds received from fulfilled pledges.

 

Projects include new heating and air conditioning in the north wing of the school, while new windows for the future priests' residence have been ordered. Work on the Rose Window at the church will begin soon. 

 

Pledges for the To Teach Who Christ Is are still being accepted. You can schedule a donation via credit card or automatic withdrawal, or via check by filling out a commitment card. Contact Heather Kracik or Kim Carter if you have any questions.

 

Thank you for your generous support!

Opportunities to 
Pray Serve Give Learn Belong 
 
For more information on upcoming events, including our regular weekly opportunities, please view the parish's master calendar.
 
Sunday, September 7 @ 9:30 a.m.: Sunday childcare resumes (School Gym)

Monday, September 8 @ 1:15 p.m.: Afternoon Book Club discusses
Runaway by Alice Monro (Fahey Center I); contact Rick Jones

Tuesday, September 9 @ 7:00 p.m.: RCIA Information Session (Chapel); contact Christina Bax

Sunday, September 14 @ 6:00 p.m.: Clement Couples Potluck Dinner (Centennial Hall)

Sunday, September 14 @ 8:00 p.m.: YAC Wine & Cheese (Chapel)

Wednesday, September 17 @ 7:00 p.m.: Catholicism 101 / Adult Confirmation programs begin (Centennial Hall); contact Christina BaxAdult Confirmation Candidate Online Registration / Catholicism 101 Online Registration

Wednesday, September 17 @ 7:00 p.m.: New Parishioner Reception (Fahey I); contact Maggie Hanley

Wednesday, September 17 @ 7:00 p.m.: Young Adult Book Discussion (Chapel); contact Kimm Mering

Sunday, September 21 @ 3:30 p.m.: WFMT Bach Organ Project Concert (Church)
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Focus on Your Faith this Fall
RCIA, Confirmation, and Catholicism 101 Classes Offered

 

Become Catholic through RCIA

Come to an Information Session to learn about the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) and to further explore this process before making a commitment. The next information session will be offered Sept. 9 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel. Our first RCIA session will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 23. The sessions are open to anyone who is interested in learning more about the process of becoming Catholic, whether you have never been baptized, were baptized in another Christian tradition, or were baptized Catholic and are seeking First Communion and Confirmation.

 

Adult Confirmation Registration

If you are an adult who was baptized Catholic and has received your First Eucharist but were never confirmed, now is your chance! Saint Clement Parish will be celebrating the Sacrament of Confirmation for adults on Tuesday, Dec. 2. The formation program will be held on Wednesday nights from 7:00-9:00 p.m. starting Sept. 17. Learn more and register online. 

 

You can take a booster shot for your faith

Do you feel like you need a "booster shot" for your faith? Catholicism 101 will provide an overview of our Catholic beliefs and practices with an eye toward integrating them into our everyday lives. The course will consist of 10 sessions with a $30 fee to cover the cost of our book and additional materials. Register online


 

Contact Christina Bax at 773-281-0371 for questions regarding our fall lineup.

Photo credits: Top bar images 1 & 2 by John Zich, www.zrweddings.com; image 3 by AmyBoylePhotography.com.