SS. Francis and Clare of Assisi
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SS. Francis and Clare of Assisi

(317) 859-4673·www.ss-fc.org
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PastorFr. Stephen W. Giannini
DioceseArchdiocese of Indianapolis
Founded1993

Mass Times

Saturday5:30 PM (Vigil Mass), 8:00 AM (Beginning July 2026)
Sunday7:00 AM, 8:30 AM, 11:30 AM
Monday8:30 AM (Beginning July 2026)
Tuesday6:00 PM (Beginning July 2026)
Wednesday8:30 AM (Beginning July 2026)
Thursday6:00 PM (Beginning July 2026)
Friday8:00 AM (Beginning July 2026)

This Week's Bulletin

2026-06-28

Pastor's Note

Fr. Steve Giannini expresses gratitude for 11 years of service at SS. Francis and Clare of Assisi and thanks parishioners for their kindness, prayers, and support. He acknowledges key contributions from Deacon Ron and the Worship Committee, OCIA Catechists, parish office, and school staff, noting that his first parish assignment formed him well as a priest. Fr. Giannini reflects on celebrating his first Easter Triduum, Lessons and Carols, baptisms, and funerals at this parish before moving to his new assignment at St. Mary Parish, Greensburg.

Announcements

Fr. Steve Giannini and Fr. Anthony Armbruster are transitioning to new assignments; farewell receptions are held on June 27-28.
Parish staff transitions effective July 1, 2026: Jodi Hazard becomes Parish Secretary; Andrea Wagner joins as Parish/School Communications; Avery Brown joins as Assistant Business Manager; Nick Trulock joins as Facilities Manager; Monica Robinson steps down from OCIA to focus on ministry formation. Collin Byers' position as Director of Catechesis & Evangelization remains open.
Newly baptized on June 14, 2026: Oaklee Caster, Maryanne Elizabeth King, and Frederick Ignatius Gillespie.
Parish office summer hours: May 29 – July 31, Monday-Thursday 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM; Fridays closed.
School seeking substitute teachers; contact Rebecca Stone, rstone@ss-fc.org. Classroom Supply List order deadline extended to Sunday, June 28, 2026.
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Upcoming Events

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School Open House and Free Sports Physicals

Family

2026-08-02 · 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

At St. Clare Hall. Find classroom, meet teacher, drop off supplies, shop Used Uniform Sale, get IHSAA/CYO Sports Physicals (free with free will donations benefiting athletic ministry), enjoy ELLA's FROYO. Attend 11:30 AM Mass beforehand. All parishioners welcome for sports physicals.

Bereavement Support Group

Other

2026-08-10 · 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

8-session bereavement support group meeting in the Courtesy Room. Will meet on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month. A self-help group for those grieving, offering confidential gathering with others also grieving.

Lead the Rosary Before Mass

Devotion

· 25 minutes before each Mass

May is dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary. All prayers provided on laminated cards. Sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0849A5A922A6F5CE9-63315126-lead#/

Harvest Food Pantry

Service

· Varies: Saturdays 9:00 AM-Noon; Monday 5:00 PM-7:00 PM

April 11 and 25 (Saturday), April 15 (Wednesday, for staff), April 27 (Monday). Location: Hospitality Room, Door #1. Volunteers needed. Food needs: baked beans, Spaghetti Os, Sloppy Joe mix. Contact Charles Wills, cwills@ss-fc.org.

Sort & Stock Food Pantry

Service

· 10:00 AM

Sign up at https://www.ss-fc.org/VolunteerSortandStock. Contact Charles Wills, cwills@ss-fc.org.

Confession Times

Saturday8:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Adoration Times

Tuesday
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Thursday
6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
First Friday
3:00 PM – 9:00 PM