This episode covers the history of our building project, the land our current church sits on, and some basic elements of architecture that are found in our church building.
In this episode, Fr. Jim talks about our journey into the church and the symbols we encounter on the way.
In this episode, Fr. Jim talks about the metal craftsmanship found in St. Clare and gives an introduction about the stone used for the key fixtures in our church.
In this episode, we hear from liturgical design consultant Ken Griesemer; Fr. Jim talks about the symbolism and design of the altar and baptismal font.
In this episode, Fr. Jim talks about the ambo, tabernacle, and sanctuary lamp.
This episode focuses on the crucifix as a devotional piece of art. Fr. Jim goes in depth about the historical and artistic qualities of the main crucifix that is hung in our parish, and offers a reflection on the specific qualities of that crucifix.
In this extensive episode, Fr. Jim talks about the parish property, gardens, the decorations used for Art & Environment, and the ecologically friendly aspects of our church building.
In this episode, Fr. Jim talks about the artwork in the St. Clare Chapel,
the Ambry, and the Reconciliation/Anointing Chapel and its artwork.
In this episode, Fr. Jim talks about our devotional shrines to Mary
and Joseph, and the history and significance of devotional shrines
n churches.
In this episode, Fr. Jim talks about the Stations of the Cross: the history of the devotion, and our incredible set of Stations at St. Clare created by Meltem Aktas.
In this episode, Fr. Jim talks about the history of stained glass,
and, in particular, our beautiful hand-created stained glass windows.
Fr. Jim wraps up the Art & Architecture series by revealing some fun facts and hidden treasures that were included in the master plan for our campus.
Fr. Jim interviews parishioners Percy & Judy Menzies, natives of India, who were instrumental in procuring our parish's monstrance and canopy for Eucharistic processions.
This week, Fr. Jim interviews parishioners Peg Harter and Peggy Melone who have handcrafted the banners used at St. Clare for decoration and processions.
As he prepares to go on a week-long retreat, Fr. Jim explains the different kinds of retreats, and encourages us to make time for this form of spiritual growth.
Take a virtual tour of the fellowship hall and office wing.