Pit cherries over a large bowl. Dump seeds in colander collecting juice. Set aside.
In a large stainless steel heavy bottom pot, mix together sugar, Clear Jel, cinnamon, almond extract and water with reserved cherry juice. Boil until thickened and mixture is beginning to bubble. Be sure to stir! Add cherries and lemon juice and bring to another boil while constantly stirring. Remove from heat.
Carefully ladle the filling into your warm sterilized jars leaving 1 inch headspace. Dont forget to remove air bubbles and adjust your headspace if necessary. Wipe rims and put a lid and band on each jar. Screw lids fingertip tight.
Carefully place jars in waterbath canner. Be sure they are covered completely with water. Bring to a boil and process for 35 minutes.
