Lent 2025
Pilgrims: On the Pathway to the Cross
This Lent, we invite you to join us as pilgrims on the sacred journey toward the Cross. In this Holy Year Jubilee 2025, we are reminded that our lives are a pilgrimage — a journey of faith, transformation, and grace. We do not walk alone. We walk in communion with each other, strengthened by the grace of God and guided by the light of the Gospel.
Our pathway to the Cross is not always easy, but on it we encounter the depth of God’s love and the promise of new life through His Resurrection. Along this journey, we are invited to experience the mercy of God, to turn toward Him in repentance, and to walk ever closer in His footsteps, trusting that He will lead us to the new life of Easter.
This Lent is a time to reflect, renew, and rediscover the joy of being pilgrims on this sacred journey. Together, let us seek the face of Christ, follow Him faithfully, and know that He is with us every step of the way.
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We are humbled and inspired by the incredible start to our Lenten Journey this year.
Our Ash Wednesday Mass attendance grew nearly 30% from last year!
We also share a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Lisa Fortini-Campbell for leading us on a powerful and transformative Lenten Parish Mission! Whether you missed the Mission, or would like a review, scroll to bottom of page for transcripts and videos to our Parish Mission to help break the chains holding you back from living fully alive in Christ!
As we continue this season of reflection and renewal, we pray that the Holy Spirit continues to guide each of us closer to God. May this be a Lenten season filled with transformation, prayer, and deeper connection.
Are you seeking to connect and for a sense of belonging?
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Lydia Institute - Lenten Series: A Return to Hope
March 4, 11, 18, 25 & Apr 1, 8
Professional women are invited to join the Lydia Institute’s Lenten Series! This 6-week journey through Scripture unpacks the power of hope to reset and renew every aspect of our lives: waiting, wandering, rest, restoration, freedom, and forgiveness. Each evening will include socializing, prayer, a powerful scriptural based talk, and time to unpack and discuss in small groups. Come journey with us.
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Lenten Fish Fry
Friday March 28, Fireside Hall (school)
Seating times: 5:00, 6:00, 7:00 p.m.Join us as we share a meal in community as our parish moves together through this holy season. Come meet other parishioners and enjoy a meal of Parson's fried fish, french fries, and cole slaw. Event will be held in Fireside Hall (in the school) with three different seating times. Cost is $20/adult and $10/child.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Sign up to volunteer here.
Are you looking to grow closer to Jesus, and learn more about the Catholic faith?
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BETA: Healing Restless Hearts
March 13, 20, 27, Apr 3, 10, 7:00 p.m.
Address those fundamental yearnings that arise deep within our hearts, a desire for true and lasting happiness. Walk with us in this introductory course on Catholic virtue ethics as we reflect on the beautiful relationship between happiness and the virtuous life, and how virtues lead to a closer relationship with Jesus. Taught by Emmanuel Arenas, S.J., a Jesuit Scholastic.
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"To Pray as Jesus Did" -- Online Bible study led by Fr. Kartje
Thursdays, March 20, 27 & Apr 3, 10
7:00 p.m. via ZoomLed by Fr. John Kartje, PhD, this online Bible course will reflect on: How does Jesus pray? For what and for whom? Can we pray as Jesus did? Come to know the God with whom Jesus was in constant intimacy and to whom he taught his disciples to turn to with confidence in prayer.
Do you want to share the gifts that God has given you?
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Lenten Almsgiving: Supporting Matikwe Home
This Lent, Extend Hope Beyond Borders
As we journey through Lent, we are invited to deepen our faith through prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. This year, our Lenten almsgiving reaches beyond our local community to support our sisters and brothers in Christ around the world.
We are partnering with Matikwe Home, a compassionate care facility near Durban, South Africa, run by the Sisters of the Daughters of Charity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Matikwe Home provides essential medical care and dignity to terminally ill individuals from impoverished backgrounds, welcoming up to 15 patients, 60% of whom are women between the ages of 33 and 57.
In collaboration with the Sisters, the IKhwezi Foundation, founded by Father Brett under the Archdiocese of Durban, is leading a project to relocate and expand Matikwe Home, ensuring better care and greater reach for those facing life’s final challenges.
Your generosity this Lent can make a lasting impact, extending Christ’s hope, love and mercy to those most in need. Please consider making a donation to support this mission of compassion and care.
Come join us in prayer and worship of God!
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Stations of the Cross
Every Friday of Lent
March 7 at 12:15 p.m. (as part of our Lenten Parish Mission)
March 14 - April 11 at 6:30 p.m.Stations of the Cross is a 14-step devotion that commemorates Jesus Christ’s suffering and death. All parishioners and guests are invited to join in this mini pilgrimage this season.
Join us on Fridays beginning March 14 at 6:30 p.m. (following the daily Mass). Each week will be led by one of our parish ministries in collaboration with our parish choirs.
3/14 - Chapel Community & Chapel Choir
3/21 - Young Adult Community & Seraphim Choir
3/28 - Outreach Ministries & Women’s Schola
4/4 – Affirmed Ministry & Men’s Schola
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Lenten Daily Mass Challenge
This Lent, we challenge you to attend daily Mass at least once a week. By creating space for communion with Jesus, you’ll deepen your relationship with Him and experience the renewal that comes from being fully alive in His presence. Let’s grow and transform together this season. We look forward to worshiping with you! Daily Mass schedule begins 3/7
Mondays: 8:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Tuesdays: 8:30 a.m. (followed by confessions) and 6:00 p.m.
Wednesdays: 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Thursdays: 8:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (followed by Adoration and confessions)
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Daily Lenten Prayer Resources
Looking to deepen your spirituality this Lent? Try one of these online resources and start each day with a moment of prayer and reflection.
FORMED – DAILY LENTEN REFLECTIONS: Be inspired and renewed each morning with a short video from Dr. Tim Gray. View all Daily Reflections here. To receive these daily reflections directly to your inbox, sign up at Formed Daily.
BEST LENT EVER: Join Matthew Kelly for a brand-new consecration journey. Are you ready to encounter God’s mercy like never before? Presented by Dynamic Catholic.
MY CATHOLIC LIFE: Prepare your heart for Easter with a rich collection of Lenten prayers, meditations, and reflections designed to deepen your faith during this most sacred season.
EWTN LENTEN REFLECTIONS: Journey through Lent with daily online reflections, questions, and action challenges.
HALLOW APP: The #1 Christian prayer app in the world. Pray with millions around the world.
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Lenten Reconciliation Opportunities
Receiving the sacrament of reconciliation during Lent is a powerful way to embrace God’s mercy and prepare our hearts for the resurrection of Christ, especially during this Jubilee Year. Come experience His forgiveness and grace this season.
Reconciliation will be available on these dates/events during Lent:
- Tuesdays: 9:00-10:00 a.m.
- Thursdays: 6:30-7:30 p.m.
- Saturdays: 4:00-5:00 p.m. (Chapel)
- 3/6 at 6:30 p.m. ADOREMUS (Solemn Sung Vespers & Adoration)
- 3/7 at 6:30 p.m. Parish Lenten Mission: Service of Reconciliation & Healing
- 3/13 at 6:30 p.m. Adoration + Confessions
- 3/20 at 6:30 p.m. MAGNIFY
- 3/27 at 6:30 p.m. Adoration + Confessions
- 4/3 at 6:30 p.m. ADOREMUS
- 4/10 at 6:30 p.m. Adoration + Confessions
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Holy Thursday Pilgrimage to Seven Churches
Join us on a Holy Thursday Pilgrimage to seven historic Chicago churches. The tradition of visiting churches on Holy Thursday has origins dating back to the Middle Ages. The bus tour leaves immediately after the Holy Thursday Mass on April 17th (approx. 8:30pm) and will return to Saint Clement for a concluding prayer at midnight. The cost to attend is $35 and includes a seat on the luxury coach bus, prayer booklet, refreshments, and a special gift.
Tickets are limited.
Holy Week & Easter Schedule -
All are invited to join us as we pray and remember Jesus’ saving action — his passion, death, and resurrection.
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APRIL 13 - PALM SUNDAY OF THE PASSION OF THE LORD
• Regular weekend Mass schedule
• Palms distributed at all Masses.
• Processional starting in the courtyard at the following Masses: 11:15 a.m., 4:30 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
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APRIL 16 - HOLY WEDNESDAY
• 7:00 p.m. - Tenebrae*
*also livestreamed
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APRIL 17 - HOLY THURSDAY
• 9:00 a.m. - Prayer Service
• 7:00 p.m. - Mass of the Lord's Supper and Washing of Feet *
• 9:00 p.m. - Prayer Service
(Church is open until midnight for prayer)*also livestreamed
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APRIL 18 - GOOD FRIDAY
• 9:00 a.m. - Morning Prayer Service
• 12:15 p.m. - Stations of the Cross
• 3:00 p.m. - Liturgy of the Lord's Passion
• 7:00 p.m.* - Liturgy of the Lord's Passion
*also livestreamed
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APRIL 19 - HOLY SATURDAY
• 9:00 a.m. - Morning Prayer Service
• Noon - Easter Basket Blessing
• 8:00 p.m.* - Easter Vigil - reception to follow
*also livestreamed
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APRIL 20 - EASTER SUNDAY
• 8:00 a.m. Mass - Church
• 9:30 a.m. Mass - Church, Chapel, & School Gym
• 11:15 a.m. Mass - Church*, Chapel, & School Gym
• 4:30 p.m. Mass - Church
*also livestreamed
If you missed Dr. Lisa Fortini-Campbell’s transformative Lenten Parish Mission, or if you'd like to revisit the powerful messages shared, you’re in the right place!
Here, you’ll find video recordings and transcripts from the event, offering you a chance to dive deeper into the themes of renewal, reflection, and God’s call to live fully alive in His grace.
TRANSCRIPTS:
VIDEOS:
(please note, more coming soon!)
Part 1
