St. Joseph Catholic Church

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Our Journey Together Continues

As many know, Sister Ramon is recovering from a nasty fall a few weeks back. As of this writing she is at Libertyville Manor healing and receiving physical therapy. When Sister Ramon was hospitalized Sr. Cameline needed assistance as well, as it did not seem safe for her to be in their home by herself. A kind and generous parishioner welcomed Sr. Carmeline into her home until we knew what was ... [more]

Welcome to St. Joseph! We are a family of faith in the Catholic Tradition. We invite you to explore our web site for more information about us and our mission.

The Priests' Residence & Parish Offices: We have received $741,281 in donations. We are closing the gap on the total of $850,000-$900,000 needed to reach our goal.

Sunday Mass

Sunday: 7:15, 9:00, 10:45 & 12:30

Saturday: 5:00 pm

Saturday Mass 8:30

Weekday Mass 6:30 & 8:30

Reconciliation Saturday 11:00

The Carpenter - this week

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	Spiritual Life
Parish Portrait Directory... schedule appointment here
One of our parish goals is to build Christian community here at St. Joe’s. In a parish as large as ours, it is important to find opportunities to get to know each other better. With this in mind, we are happy to announce the creation of a new Parish Portrait Directory, which will ... [more]

Breaking Open the Word: Next Sunday's Gospel: John 3: 16-18 Leader: ... more
Curious about Online Learning?: Try a 2-week Workshop! Boston College's C21 ... more

	Stewardship
Stewardship of Talent: Thank you!
On this feast of Pentecost, we celebrate the gifts of the Spirit which are working in and through us here in our parish. Last weekend, we were invited to reflect on and then to offer to God our intentions to share the gifts of talent that God has blessed us with. The response was ... [more]

Thought for the Week: Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing ... more
Stewardship of Treasure & EFT: April 27 $28,350 Same week last year $25,515 ... more
About the Stewardship Commission: We have each been called through Baptism to continue ... more

	Administration
Questions for the Finance Committee?: We encourage your questions and comments. You ... more
Parish Pastoral Council: Parish Pastoral Council The St. Joseph Parish ... more
Retail Space Available: The space formerly leased by Tuesday Morning in the MilPark ... more
Office Hours & Evening Access: The Parish Office and Ministry Center at 121 E. Maple ... more

	Education
Knight News-Carpenter Edition
Preschool Openings Are you looking for Catholic values in a preschool? St. Joseph School has openings for the 2008-2009 school year in our four year-old and three year-old pre-kindergarten programs. The four year-old class offers a three-day (MWF) curriculum and three year-old ... [more]

Catholic Education Endowment: Continuing the Legacy of Catholic Religious ... more
What's Happening in Religious Education: Have you returned your 2008-09 Religious Ed. ... more
The Box Event is Coming!: Over fifty teens attended enough CFL (Confirmed For Life, ... more
LIFT Council Meeting: You know what LIFT is: Living In Faith Today, ministry for and ... more
Parish Golf Outing on Friday, June 6: Sponsored by the St. Joseph Athletic ... more

	Parish Life
SWAT MINISTRY (Youth Ministry)
SWAT MINISTRY: on a mission to Serve Witness And Teach, is calling all high school age parishioners and their friends. Are you a CRHP graduate looking for a new way to share your faith? Are you a young adult of the parish looking for a fun way to help out? Are you a parent ... [more]

Joe! Proudly Presents A Barn Dance!
Saturday, May 31st Come at 6 pm- Skedaddle at 10 pm Joe's Dance Hall (aka Koenig Center & Gym) Supper, Dancing, Drinks All ages Welcome! Joe is looking to corral a few good hands. Click here for more information and to ... [more]

10 Great Dates to Energize Your Marriage: ...sponsored by the Marriage Enrichment ... more
Are You a Mother with Young Children?: We are looking for you! Please join the Mothers ... more

	Human Concerns
Note from Human Concerns...
Life Source Blood Drive Sunday, June 1 On June 1, St. Joseph Parish will host a Blood Drive in the Blood-mobile located in the parking lot behind the Blockbuster on the corner of Park and Hurlburt. Sign-up will be in the Narthex the weekend of May 24-25 after all Masses. Walk-ins ... [more]

Food Pantry Food Drive May 24-25
Thank you for all the food we received last month! In April the Food Pantry helped feed 75 families. The next food drive is May 24-25 after all masses. Please leave the food next to the walls in the Narthex. The food pantry is in need of juice, cereal, canned fruit, vegetables and soup, ... [more]

Divorce Outreach: If you are separated, use the time of separation to reflect on God's ... more
Free Resume Review: Sponsored by the St. Joseph Employment Ministry Saturday, May ... more

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