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Lent at Sts. Clare & Francis
This Lent, during Mass, we'll be exploring the "University of the Desert". The Desert isn't about punishment or abandonment, but about revelation and refocusing. What do we learn about ourselves and God in desert times? How can we go deeper in our faith, even in the wilderness?
The Christian tradition is full of mystics who did just that. Come learn how.
Are you hungry? Or curious about great fish frys in the St. Louis area? Us too. Join us as we explore! ​Check the schedule here, and meet us there at 6pm.
Iftar Meals
​As part of our care for neighbors and immigrants, we will be taking a special offering on March 15 and 22 to purchase Iftar meals (the meals which break the Ramadan fast) from for recent immigrants, the elderly, and others who cannot afford these important meals. Last year Yapi Subs, who organizes this event, delivered 4,963 Iftar meals to hungry St. Louisans.
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If you'd like to offer hospitality and support to these neighbors, you can donate during Mass or give online though our secure portal (please choose "Iftar meals" from the dropdown menu).
Holy Week Schedule
Holy Week is an opportunity to walk with Jesus and his community through the last week of his life, remembering that we are also a part of this story.
All Masses in Sample Chapel will be available live on Zoom. Contact the church office for meeting info. The Good Friday service will be livestreamed by FCCWG on their YouTube page. We hope you'll join us for any or all of these gatherings.
Palm Sunday Mass: Saturday, April 12
5pm in Sample Chapel
Good Friday Blues: Friday, April 18
7pm in the main sanctuary of First Congregational Church
A retelling of the story of Jesus's last hours
featuring blues music from the Oîkos Ensemble
Easter Vigil Schedle
Easter Sunday Mass: Sunday, April 20
We gather with friends in other communities on Easter Sunday. This year, we'll be gathering with First Congregational Church at their 10am worship service.
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