GRIEFSHARE AT ST.CLEMENT Grief after the death of a loved one can be overwhelming. One can experience a host of feelings, thoughts, behaviors and physical reactions that can make one question one’s own mental wellbeing. There is the notion that, “time heals all wounds.” This is untrue. Time can bring healing, but it’s often what we do during this time that brings about relief and renewed hope in the grief journey. It has also been said that, “grief shared is grief diminished.” All who have been involved in the GriefShare bereavement support group can attest to this truth. Through video, discussion and sharing, GriefShare is a 12-session process that brings people together who have experienced loss and who seek support that is confidential and who also seek healing in their unique journey. Our next GriefShare support group will begin on February 19 from 1-2:30 PM at St. Clement Church. To register on-line, go to: www.griefshare.org and choose “find a group.” You will see St. Clement listed. If our day/time are not the best for you, you will also see other offerings that may be a better fit. You can also contact Marcia Hampton at 608-732-8849 if you have questions or want to register.

Are You Being Called to Serve as a Deacon? A permanent deacon is an ordained man who serves the Church in the world – in parishes, hospitals, prisons, and communities – by proclaiming the Gospel, assisting at Mass, witnessing marriages, baptizing, and serving the poor. Most permanent deacons are married and continue in their secular careers while serving God’s people. If you have felt a stirring in your heart to serve the Church in a deeper way, the Diocese of Madison invites you to attend one of two upcoming inquiry meetings: Saturday, April 18 | 9 a.m. to Noon: St. Clement Church, 135 S. Washington St., Lancaster Saturday, April 25 | 9 a.m. to Noon: Holy Name Heights, 702 S. High Point Rd., Madison Check-in begins at 8:40 a.m. Attendees will be provided with information about the life and ministry of a permanent deacon, along with the discernment and formation processes. Wives are welcome to attend. Attendance at only one meeting is necessary. Please inform your pastor or parochial administrator that you plan to attend. Registration is requested by Friday, April 10. Contact Melissa Ortiz at [email protected] or visit madisondiocese.org/diaconate. Include your wife’s name with your registration if she will accompany you.

Come support our daycare.

GRIEFSHARE AT ST.CLEMENT Grief after the death of a loved one can be overwhelming. One can experience a host of feelings, thoughts, behaviors and physical reactions that can make one question one’s own mental wellbeing. There is the notion that, “time heals all wounds.” This is untrue. Time can bring healing, but it’s often what we do during this time that brings about relief and renewed hope in the grief journey. It has also been said that, “grief shared is grief diminished.” All who have been involved in the GriefShare bereavement support group can attest to this truth. Through video, discussion and sharing, GriefShare is a 12-session process that brings people together who have experienced loss and who seek support that is confidential and who also seek healing in their unique journey. Our next GriefShare support group will begin on February 19 from 1-2:30 PM at St. Clement Church. To register on-line, go to: www.griefshare.org and choose “find a group.” You will see St. Clement listed. If our day/time are not the best for you, you will also see other offerings that may be a better fit. You can also contact Marcia Hampton at 608-732-8849 if you have questions or want to register.

Everyone is invited to enjoy Ma's Bakery lasagna from 4:30-6:00 p.m. and the school program at 6:00 p.m. Donations are appreciated.

GRIEFSHARE AT ST.CLEMENT Grief after the death of a loved one can be overwhelming. One can experience a host of feelings, thoughts, behaviors and physical reactions that can make one question one’s own mental wellbeing. There is the notion that, “time heals all wounds.” This is untrue. Time can bring healing, but it’s often what we do during this time that brings about relief and renewed hope in the grief journey. It has also been said that, “grief shared is grief diminished.” All who have been involved in the GriefShare bereavement support group can attest to this truth. Through video, discussion and sharing, GriefShare is a 12-session process that brings people together who have experienced loss and who seek support that is confidential and who also seek healing in their unique journey. Our next GriefShare support group will begin on February 19 from 1-2:30 PM at St. Clement Church. To register on-line, go to: www.griefshare.org and choose “find a group.” You will see St. Clement listed. If our day/time are not the best for you, you will also see other offerings that may be a better fit. You can also contact Marcia Hampton at 608-732-8849 if you have questions or want to register.

Families are asked to attend class the first Wednesday evening each month from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. (a meal will be provided for the family). The rest of the month, you will work through the materials as a family at home. Your home is the Domestic Church. It is where families live out the faith daily.

GRIEFSHARE AT ST.CLEMENT Grief after the death of a loved one can be overwhelming. One can experience a host of feelings, thoughts, behaviors and physical reactions that can make one question one’s own mental wellbeing. There is the notion that, “time heals all wounds.” This is untrue. Time can bring healing, but it’s often what we do during this time that brings about relief and renewed hope in the grief journey. It has also been said that, “grief shared is grief diminished.” All who have been involved in the GriefShare bereavement support group can attest to this truth. Through video, discussion and sharing, GriefShare is a 12-session process that brings people together who have experienced loss and who seek support that is confidential and who also seek healing in their unique journey. Our next GriefShare support group will begin on February 19 from 1-2:30 PM at St. Clement Church. To register on-line, go to: www.griefshare.org and choose “find a group.” You will see St. Clement listed. If our day/time are not the best for you, you will also see other offerings that may be a better fit. You can also contact Marcia Hampton at 608-732-8849 if you have questions or want to register.

Everyone is invited to attend a five-week Bible study of the Letter of St. James. Please contact Leigh Boorn at 309-370-6036 or at [email protected] if you plan to attend.

There is no St. John's Donut Sunday this month.

SPEAK LORD, YOUR SERVANT IS LISTENING Green Lake Conference Center • W2511 Hwy 23, Green Lake Please plan to attend our 2026 Day of Spirituality on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. The theme will be: Speak Lord, Your Servant is Listening. The faith filled day will be held at the Green Lake Conference Center, between Princeton and Green Lake on Highway 23. There are two ways to register for the day. 1) Print out paper copy, complete, and return with payment to Coreen Marklein. 2) Online registration form. Return payment to Coreen Marklein. Registrations must be made by check or cash by May 18. Changes are in process to offer online payment options in the future; however, this option will not be available prior to the deadlines for the Day of Spirituality. We offer the opportunity to honor a group or individual with information in the program. Cost is $25/memorial or honorarium. Deadline is May 11 to have names listed in the program. Be sure to read the information located in Section 4 of the online form. PRINTABLE REGISTRATION FORM/INFORMATION | ONLINE REGISTRATION

Everyone is invited to enjoy donuts after the 8:00 a.m. Mass at St. John's Church in Patch Grove.

Everyone is invited to enjoy donuts after the 8:00 a.m. Mass at St. John's Church in Patch Grove.