Fr. Herbert is celebrating his 50th anniversary of ordination to the priesthood of Jesus Christ this coming Saturday, May 17. What a marvelous milestone for such a wonderful priest who has celebrated Mass at St. Clement on so many occasions. We thank and congratulate him, and wish him much joy and many blessings. "Well done my good and faithful servant!" Cards and well-wishes can be sent to: 669 S. Washington St., Apt. C2, Lancaster, WI 53813.

We are very grateful to the parents for following through with the promises they made at their child’s Baptism, to bring them up in the practice of the faith. May God continue to bless them as they teach their child about Christ’s love and presence in the Eucharist. Our First Communicants: Kinsley Breuer Madilyn Cooper Everett Guthrie Jensen Hampton Clay Mezera Case Mulrooney Liam Needham Everett Patterson Owen Price Reid Raisbeck Bennett Redman Scarlett Udelhoven

Our week to host families with children who are experiencing homelessness begins next Sunday, May 18. Presently there are two families in the program. The volunteer sign-up sheets are in the back of the church. Next weekend, after the Masses, I’ll also be in the back of the church with a list of needed breakfast and beverage items. If you are able to help in that way, fantastic! If you have questions, contact me (Bill) at 723-4990, or Peg Jonas, 723-2051.

St. Mary in Glen Haven’s Drive Thru Pork Chop Dinner on June 22 is approaching fast! Anyone with a raffle prize, please contact Joe or Cindi Breuer.

St. Clement Parish First Communion May 4, 2025 Congratulations to all our First Communicants! Asher Thomas Son of Josh & Jennifer Bailie Maverick Joseph Son of Jason & Brittney Cliff Asher Burton Son of Elias & Taylor Cox Adalle Jean Daughter of Mitch & Brandi Dreher Margot Kay Daughter of Eric Dunbar & Bethany Hammel Harper Verlie Daughter of David & Katie Gerhards Annie Ethel Daughter of Daniel & Katie Glass Luella Clare Daughter of Andy & Heidi Haas Bronson John Son of Jesse & Jeanna Hampton Lincoln Remigius Son of Chris & Sue Hoerth Lidia Marie Daughter of Trevor & Heidi Junk Kyler Daniel Son of Dan & Katie Kirschbaum Ivy Sue Daughter of Brandon & Samantha Klein Emersyn Ann Daughter of Josh & Danielle McLimans Adrian Ashan Son of Chanaka & Roshini Mendis Brock Andrew Son of Andrew & Jody Miles Ezra Abe Son of Ryan & Patience Miles Veda Jean Daughter of Matthew & Abby Rasmussen Harper Lynne Daughter of Kyle & Katie Reuter Sara Mae Daughter of Andrew Schluenz & Emilie Bray Charley Elenor Daughter of Scott & Molly Snyder Herman Paul Son of John & Bridget Spraggon Madeleine Anne Daughter of Jacob & Katelyn Stoeffler Evelyn Grace Daughter of Brad & Jody Sturmer Vale Helene Daughter of Brian & Andrea Timmerman

St. Mary School is looking to hire two middle school teachers (grades 5-8) for the 2025-2026 school year. Please contact Kelly Copsey if you are interested in being a part of our St. Mary's family. [email protected] / (608)994-2435.

We joyfully welcome to God's Holy Family: Henry Wayne Junk, son of Cody & Phoebe Junk at St. Charles Church, Cassville.

We joyfully welcome to God's Holy Family: Elijah David Allen, son of Colton and Sarah (Breuer) Allen at St. Philomena Church, Belmont

Ss. Andrew-Thomas School Spaghetti Supper on May 13 from 5-6:30 p.m.

Ss. Andrew-Thomas School is looking for volunteers to mow for this summer. Even if they just want to sign up for a couple days.

We are grateful for your continued support of Steubenville Youth Conference fundraiser of Car Wash Cards from Kwik Trip to offset a portion of the cost to attend ($435). Our teens and chaperones from our pastorate, St. Joseph the Worker, will cooperate with Divine Mercy Pastorate (St. Maria Goretti & St. Christopher Parishes) along with Richland Center parishes in La Crosse Diocese again this year. Pre-orders will be April 7 - 21 of 5-count (5 washes) Ultimate Car Wash cards for $35 each. You can pre-order from Katherine at the Parish Office, Katie Crosby or Joe/Kelly Ihm family. (If you need Car Wash cards before April 26th, Saint Clement School has them in stock to support St. Clement School Scrip Program.) Thank you for your generous support!

We are overjoyed that 43 Confirmadi from our pastorate were able to enjoy a retreat at Camp Gray on March 28-20 as they prepare for the Sacrament of Confirmation this fall.

As we journey through Lent, it’s that time of year again where we anticipate the opportunity to remember our deceased loved ones through Easter memorial donations. The money collected will go toward Easter Flowers and decorating the churches for the Easter Season. Please turn in your donations by Saturday, April 12.

Thank you to those who helped out in any way during our recent host week for Family Promise at St. Clement. Whether you brought in food, helped with dinner serving, fellowship, overnights, etc., all of this means so much. The family could not be more thankful for the care and compassion shown to them. Thank you to the people from other churches in our pastorate for your support too. Together, we are living out the mission of caring for the needy in our midst.

After looking over St. Mary's Rectory roof and windows, St. Mary's Parish Council has decided to have the remaining 30 original 1949 rectory windows replaced this year. This project will cost approximately $51,000.00 and should be completed sometime later this summer or early fall. While there are some restricted maintenance funds that can be used toward the cost, St. Mary's Parish Council is hoping that generous people in our parish and pastorate will be able to help with this expense by making donations to ST. MARY'S RECTORY WINDOW PROJECT. Please contact St. Mary's Parish office at 608-994-2526 for more information.

Due to mistakes in the previous registration form, I am sending out this NEW form. It can be mailed to: Saint Clement Attn. Leigh Boorn 135 S. Washington Street Lancaster, WI 53813 Or returned to your local school or parish office with Checks made to Saint Clement, or the checks can be turned in the week of Totus Tuus. If you would like to help as a volunteer—an online form is available on the stjworkerparish.com website with various opportunities to help. Thank You! Leigh

St. Mary School Bike/Walk-a-thon Saturday, April 26 9am to 11am Additional information: 3k - 7th grade may participate Participants please see the forms

Celebration of Giving - DISHWASHERS NEEDED Community Service/volunteer opportunity available for confirmation and HS Religious Ed students! We are in need of dishwashers for our Celebration of Giving Auction Dinner. Two shifts available: 8-9:30 PM & 9:30-11 PM. Sign Up today at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F094AABA728A6FF2-55777351- celebration

A HUGE thank you to Steve Bernhardt for donating and installing the new amp and speakers at St. Mary's Church. Thank you to Pat Casey for generously donating copies of the Lenten Magnificat for St. Mary's families. Thank you to everyone who helped with the repairs and organizing St. Mary's Church Kitchen.

Dear Ladies of the Parish! Our CCW will be having our Lenten Bake Sale during the St. Charles Fish Fry. Mark your calendar for this very special parish event. Bakery items for the Bake Sale can be dropped off Friday afternoon, April 11th, at your convenience. Tables will be set up in the school entrance. Thank you for your donations. Starting at 5 PM, come join us for the CCW Bake Sale, Basket Drawings, and St. Charles Fish Fry. Please contact Phyllis Adrian or Susan Kremer with any questions. Blessings to All! -CCW Leadership Team