We cannot adequately express our gratitude for the outpouring of generosity from our parishioners to those families in need within our community. The bountiful gifts donated by our St. Clare families to help families in crisis in our community has been tremendous! Through your generosity, we were able to partner…

The Women’s Bible Study will begin a new program starting January 7, 2026, and continue into the fall, using Ascension Press’s study on the Gospel of Matthew. The study meets on Wednesdays, with a morning session following daily Mass and an evening session for those who prefer a later time. The cost of this program…

The 2026-2027 registration process for Faith Formation is open, and registration ends on August 1st. A few things to know: Sacramental preparation for Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation is a two year process starting with a foundational year then the sacramental preparation year. The age of Confirmation in the Archdiocese of…

The Archbishop’s Annual Appeal is a year-long campaign to help fund the programs, ministries, offices, and other services throughout the Archdiocese of Atlanta.  This year the theme of the Archbishop’s Annual Appeal is “We are One Body in Christ-Called to Serve.” The theme of this year’s annual appeal was chosen to…

Our parish annual financial report is now available to the public. You can view the report by clicking here.

You can review our parish’s 2024-2025 Financial Committee annual report here: https://stclarecc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2023-2024-Annual-Report-3.pdf

Coming in August, Adoration will add nine new additional hours to the current Adoration schedule (9:00 am to 6:00 pm on Wednesdays).   We are in need of 18 adorers to fill these hours through weekly commitments. Contact the following if interested:  Adoration@stclarecc.org

We invite all parishioners to join us in a Lectio Divina bible study to go deeper into Sunday’s Gospel readings for Luke/Matthew. This offering is free of charge and will begin meeting in September 2022. Sessions will be on Mondays.We will have a morning session from 10:00 -11:30 am. Please…

We are thrilled to reflect on the success of our Fall Festival and Trunk-or-Treat from this past Sunday. Our deepest gratitude goes out to everyone who attended and made the day so special. A heartfelt thank you is extended to all our ministries, dedicated volunteers, generous donors, and everyone who…

The Acworth, GA Catholic Schoolhouse Chapter is looking for volunteers to help our students learn their memory work, hands on art and science, grow in their faith, sing, writing, etc! We are looking for volunteers for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. We meet on Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00…

Computer access, go to members.instantchurchdirectory.comApple iPhone or iPad, you can get the app in the App Store or by clicking hereAndroid Phone, you can get the app in the Google Play store or by clicking here Once you have go to the webpage or downloaded the app, click the MEMBER SIGN IN…

God doesn’t call the qualified. He qualifies the called.” Are you being called to our OCIA/Credo Leadership Team? We’re looking for “everyday” Catholics to walk alongside those exploring the faith next year as Table Companions. You don’t need a formal background in teaching; your presence is the only qualification we’re…

Kick off the return of Ladies’ Night with us after our Summer hiatus!  Join us for an evening dedicated to holy friendship as we explore the inspiring bonds of saintly friends, like Sts. Perpetua and Felicity, and how we can cultivate true, holy friendships today, paired with a fun activity…

Marriage Enrichment Event – “Grow With Me – Strengthening Core Issues” A marriage enrichment program is being offered at Transfiguration Catholic Church in conjunction with Worldwide Marriage Encounter. It will be held on Aug. 22nd from 12:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. This program is designed to help you solidify some core…

23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time September 6, 2026 (All English Masses) September Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time August 30, 2026 (4:30PM Vigil and Sunday 8 and 10:30AM) Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time August 23, 2026 (4:30PM Vigil and Sunday 8 and 10:30AM) Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time August 16, 2026…

Mystagogy means “to be led into the mystery,” a time in the early Church when believers continued to reflect on the grace of the sacraments and learn to live it daily. This gathering is open to all parishioners who desire to grow deeper in faith through Scripture, prayer, conversation, and…

Whether you’re exploring the Catholic faith for the first time or have been Catholic your whole life, there’s a place for you. OCIA is for those interested in learning about the Catholic Church, becoming Catholic, or completing their Sacraments of Initiation. Credo is for Catholics who have received all their…

Congratulations to Bob Heilmann, the inaugural winner of our 2024 St. Joseph the Worker Award! Our St. Joseph the Worker Award aims to honor and recognize the dedicated, hardworking members of our parish. The recipient of the award reflects the very spirit of St. Joseph: a man of unwavering faith,…

Catholic Moms Connection invites mothers and children of all ages to our Pray • Play • Coffee Kickoff on Monday, September 7th at Coffee Doodle Doo, a real working farm. Meet us at 9:45 a.m. for opening prayer followed by coffee, fellowship, and playtime in a fun and welcoming farm…

We will be holding a memorial Mass for the repose of his soul on Monday, April 28 at 7:00pm. This Mass is open to the public. Please pray for his soul and our church in this time of mourning and decision-making.

Join us August 21-22, 2026 for this transformative event led by John Edwards, Catholic evangelist and host of the popular Just a Guy in the Pew podcast. Through his powerful testimony of transformation, from drug addiction to discipleship, John will remind us of the importance of restoring our identity as…

Is your marriage going down the right road . . . or is it a little off track?  Life can be difficult, and so can the challenges you face in marriage. Does the distance between you seem wide? Are you already separated? Looking for a better way? Retrouvaille can help and…

Thank you so much to everyone that came out to our 4th Annual Epiphany Party! The entire night was filled with happiness, dancing, amazing food, and the presence of our Lord. Another thank you to the Knights of Columbus for providing the barbecue to go along with the side dishes…

Deliveries People Served Dollars Donated Financial Help Given 41 137 $8,898 $23,013 Thank you for your support. Please drop donations in the bin outside the church. The SVDP monthly meeting is the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 7:00 p.m.. Contact svdpclare@gmail.com to get involved. Our pantry is is need…

Thank you to everyone who participated in our Planning Study earlier this month. A summary of this report will be made available to parishioners in this weekend’s bulletin, but if you would like to read the full study, it is available below. Our future at St. Clare is exceedingly bright!

As we approach the election in November, it’s important to reconcile our political beliefs with Church teaching. The USCCB has published a guide for voters to assist them in doing just that. We highly encourage you to read it prior to November. Looking for the voting guide mentioned in this…

Have you asked yourself, “How can I volunteer to help the community and show God’s love?” Do you wonder how you can serve your parish with the “Time” part of Time, Talent, Treasure? Our parish St. Vincent de Paul needs new volunteers to work at the Kennesaw SVDP Thrift Store,…

An active parishioner is one who is registered in the parish, attends Mass weekly, and has record of stewardship of time, talent, or treasure through use of envelopes, checks, or online giving, or participation in parish ministries or apostolates. Active parishioner status for at least six months is required for…

Are you a young adult (ages 18–35) connected to St. Clare? We’re exploring whether there’s interest in forming opportunities for young adults to gather for faith, service, or community. If this sounds like something you’d like to see, please take a few minutes to fill out our Young Adult Interest…