Seeking to Belong
There is a desire right now in the world to seek community and a sense of belonging. Whether it is because of a change in life (graduating college, becoming a parent, or leaving a career) or to recover from the isolation of the pandemic, we see so many people coming to our doors seeking friendship and family.
If you are in a stage in your life where you long for community, a community where you are seen and heard, a community where you can find friendships through life discussions, then we invite you to participate in our SEEKING TO BELONG experiences throughout the year. You will be able to spot them in our communications by the green stamp, so be sure to bookmark this page or follow along on our app or on social media platforms to see where you can come into community.
Sunday Morning Plaza Hospitality
Join us for some coffee, breakfast treats and fellowship on the plaza after the 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m., and 11:15 a.m. Sunday Masses. Our various ministries will be staffing the tables each week, extending welcome and hospitality to all who join us.
Saturday Night Wine & Cheese
Continuing our love to gather as a community after Mass, we're excited to welcome back a Saturday social with our monthly Saturday Night Wine & Cheese! Join us in worship on Saturdays, June 8, July 13, and Aug. 10 at the 5:00 p.m. Mass, followed by our social event! It will be a perfect time to catch up with old and new friends before you head out for dinner or other gatherings. If you're new to the parish, then this is an even better way to meet more of the community. We hope to see you there!
Growing in Grace
We are blessed to have a thriving group of parishioners, age 50+, who meet monthly to discuss life topics, purpose, and faith. We would love to have you join them. Join us for our next series ‘“The Good Place”: Theological discussions about afterlife, goodness, and conversion’. We will meet on Saturdays, May 11, 18, 25 (9:30 a.m. hospitality; 10-11:30 a.m. program) in the Chapel. Learn more & register!
Pentecost Sunday: Celebrate the Birthday of the Church!
On Sunday, May 19, join us after our Sunday morning Masses for a special Plaza Hospitality celebrating the birthday of the Church! Enjoy a slice of birthday cake and other goodies, and for adults, raise a glass of mimosa in honor of the Church turning another year older!
Prior to this event, we invite you to join us for our Pentecost Novena (May 10-18), a 9-day prayer journey leading us to Pentecost. Our celebrations will culminate with a Holy Spirit Prayer Service on Sunday, May 19 at 5:45 p.m. Learn more at clement.org/pentecost
Wine Down Wednesday
This summer, take a mid-week break with us with the return of our popular series, Wine Down Wednesday! We begin with prayer and worship together at 6:00 p.m. Daily Mass. We then move to the courtyard behind the ministry center for time to connect over light bites, beverages, and activities. We wrap up the evening at 8:00 p.m. Further details coming soon! For now, please save the dates: June 12, June 19, June 26, July 10, and July 17.
Theology on Tap
The beloved summer event for young adults, Theology on Tap, will return this summer! We look forward to gathering together for food, drink, and a talk from one of our guest speakers. Event begins at 6:30 p.m. (after 6:00 p.m. Mass). Following the talk, there will be time for a Q&A along with more discussion and mingling. Come be inspired, make new friends, and learn more about belonging to our parish community! All are welcome to join for this fun event! Further details to come, but for now, please save these dates: Tuesdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30.
Lydia Institute
The Lydia Institute offers professional women opportunities to develop and deepen a rhythm of intentional spiritual growth. Our welcoming community of passionate women gathers to nourish one another - sharing faith experiences and prayer in a sacred, inviting space.
Alpha
Alpha is a series of conversations that explore life, spirituality, and faith in a fun, non-judgmental environment. It’s perfect for skeptics, the curious, anyone with doubts or those who want to talk about life’s real issues with new friends.
Registration has closed for our current course. Please sign up here to be notified of when our next Alpha courses begin to take registrations!
“Alpha is truly an eye opening experience from a spiritual and emotional perspective.”
Affirmed Group
The Affirmed Group welcomes members and allies of the LGBTQ+ community. Our hope with this group is that we will welcome the LGBTQ+ community by name, build community within our parish, and affirm that, all are seen, known and loved by God and this community. We meet monthly on the 1st Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Contact Martina Ricca to learn more.
Young Adult Community
We are blessed to have the largest and fastest growing young adult population in the Archdiocese of Chicago. You can find out all the ways to be in community with peers age 20-39 through our many young adult encounters & experiences.