Gifts due by Saturday, Dec. 14

The needs around Christmas are always great. We invite you to participate in our Jesse Tree ministry, which supports 11 different organizations in Chicago and beyond with clothing, toys, gift cards, and other needed items in the spirit of Christmas giving! Be on the lookout for the colorful tags and Christmas trees in the church and chapel starting Nov. 23.

Tuesday, Dec. 3, 7-9 p.m.

If you’re longing for a moment of stillness, a place to quiet your mind and refocus your heart, Cathedrals - An Advent Night of Worship is just for you. With the powerful voices of Matt Maher and Sarah Kroger leading the way, this evening of prayer, music, and reflection will help you enter the mystery of faith and leave you feeling spiritually restored. Tickets sold out - join wait list.

Saturday, Dec. 7

Join us for a beloved tradition – Handel’s Messiah at Saint Clement. Usher in the Christmas Season with an evening of magnificent music in the storied sanctuary of Saint Clement Church. 

11:00 a.m. - Family-Friendly Messiah

7:00 p.m. - Full concert

Sunday, Dec. 8 | 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

All are invited to our Advent community celebration!

Enjoy Brunch! We have four reservation times available. The cost is $20/adult and $10/children aged 16 and younger.

Celebrate the Season! Until Noon, our youngest parishioners can sign up for a photo with Santa and enjoy some games! Purchase some parish spirit wear until noon.

Help make this festive event a success by giving a little of your time in service to our community! Whether you want to help with the brunch buffet or assist with games, activities, and photos with Santa, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved. Can't help the day of the event? Consider helping with set-up the day before! See registration form for details. Your time and spirit will make all the difference -- thank you!

Thursdays, Dec. 5, 12, 19 at 7 p.m. - Online

Join us for a special Bible study led by Fr. John Kartje entitled, “Tidings of Comfort and Fear: Honestly Encountering Christ in Advent”. If we adhere to the biblical texts, then both the anticipation and the reception of “the Christ” was a source of hope and fear. This should give us the freedom to embark on an Advent journey through both of those experiences in our lives right now.

Tuesday, Dec. 17 at 7:00 p.m.

Advent by Candlelight is a night by women, for women. Amid the holiday hustle and bustle, the Lydia Institute presents a sacred evening of candlelit prayer, reflection, and song. You do so much. You think of meaningful gifts for everyone. Let us gift you with a moment of peace and perspective to prepare your heart for a Christmas you will never forget.

Thursday, Dec. 19 at 7 p.m.

Join us for this special service to pray, reflect, be healed, and prepare your heart for the birth of our Lord. Please note, this service will include the opportunity to receive the sacraments of healing: anointing of the sick, and reconciliation (confession).

Will you be in town for Christmas? Consider offering a little time in service to your parish family to help us create a prayerful experience for all who join us for our Christmas Eve & Day Masses. We especially are looking for greeters to welcome our guests as well as Eucharistic Ministers. Contact Jeremy Kiolbassa if interested!