For centuries, Christian families in Bethlehem have supported themselves through olive wood carving, a tradition passed down since the time of Christ. Today, with tourism in sharp decline, many face hardship and displacement. To support their livelihood and strengthen the Christian presence in the Holy Land, The Holy Land Shepherds will bring these handcrafted olive […]

Dear Lakewood Catholic Family, We joyfully share the news that Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected as the 267th pope of the Catholic Church, taking the name Pope Leo XIV! Originally from Chicago, Pope Leo XIV is the first pope from the United States and brings with him years of missionary experience in Peru. […]

Thank you to everyone who came to Chili Night on February 9th. We had about 75 people attend. There were 14 delicious chilis to sample and many types of breads and desserts. A great big thank-you goes out to Bill Trentel for making the flyers, and to everyone who helped set up, serve and clean […]

Fasting is obligatory for all who are between the ages of 18 and 60. Fasting allows a person to eat one full meal. Two small meals may be taken, not to equal one full meal.  Abstinence from meat is obligatory for all who are 14 and older.  Good Friday is an obligatory day of fast and abstinence. Fridays […]

The Knights of Columbus wish to thank the parishioners of Saint Clement for attending our Hot Dog Sunday, where we raised $295.00 to support our seminarians! Your generosity is greatly appreciated!

This November, Saint Clement will join the Diocese of Cleveland in the ‘We Give Catholic’ campaign. Soon you will be seeing and hearing more about this campaign as the Diocese campaign gets underway. Look for the ‘We Give Catholic’ logo and plan to participate on Giving Tuesday, November 28th.

Cemetery Sunday is an annual Roman Catholic observance, set aside to pray for our dearly departed, to visit and bless their resting places, and to continue our expression of love for them. We celebrate this observance in conjunction with All Saints Day and All Souls Day. Please join us for Mass on Sunday, November 5th, […]

The holidays are a special time of the year where family and friends come together in celebration and tradition. It can also be a poignant reminder of a loved one who has passed away. Often we find ourselves going through the motions of the holiday celebrations just to get through it. However, the holidays can also […]

Dear Parishioners and Friends, We hear the angel choirs sing “Glory to God in the highest.” What great joy this acclamation brought to a group of shepherds. It’s a joy we enter into as we celebrate the incarnation of Our Savior. Let us reflect upon that wonder and awe that His birth brought to humanity as we begin […]