Saint Anthony Claret Catholic Church

On a hilltop in Bexar County sits Saint Anthony Claret Catholic Church. Some call it “the church in the clouds”. Saint Anthony Claret Catholic Church isn’t just a place of worship. It’s a testament to the dedication and growth of a community. The story begins in 1988 with just 32 families and a dream. They celebrated their first mass outdoors, under the open sky. Later, they moved to a mobile home, then to the Cordi-Marian Chapel and Knowlton Elementary School when the weather was bad. In 1990, they built Hubertus Hall, a metal structure that served as both church and meeting place. The Pavilion followed in 1995, offering more space for ministries and activities. The community continued to expand. By 2000, under the leadership of Father Jan Klak, the need for a permanent church became clear. The current Saint Anthony Claret Catholic Church building was dedicated in 2004. Its cornerstone, a piece of history, came from Pope John Paul II’s childhood home. The church stands as a symbol of their journey. Over the next decade, the parish grew to over 4,500 families. This growth led to the construction of an education building in 2016, further solidifying Saint Anthony Claret Catholic Church’s role as a center of community and faith. Today, Saint Anthony Claret Catholic Church serves over 5,000 families and boasts more than 60 ministries. It’s a far cry from the small group that gathered in 1988. Their legacy lives on in the soaring structure and vibrant community of Saint Anthony Claret Catholic Church. The large northern windows of the nave frame breathtaking views of the Hill Country, filling the space with natural light. As you sit inside, the design intentionally obscures any sight of buildings or cars, leaving you with a sense of peaceful connection to the surrounding landscape.