Faith Formation Commission

For adults over the age of 18 who wish to be confirmed. Please contact Fr. Emanuel Torres-Fuentes ([email protected]).

Sessions for parents of infants or children under the age of 7 who are preparing for the Sacrament of Baptism. Please contact Deacon Dan Coughlin ([email protected]).

Groups for adults who gather to study the Word of God. Contact the Parish Office to determine which groups might be best for you. 
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RCIA Adapted for Children: a program for children over the age of 7 who wish to become part of the Catholic faith. Contact: [email protected]

Small groups gather in homes to share friendship, faith and reflections, and to strengthen their relationship with Christ and each other, while building compassionate communities to bring about the Kingdom of God.

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While not exactly a ministry, the Homily Series is a unique initative led by the Adult Faith Formation Commission. At5pm Saturday, 9am Sunday, and 10:45 Sunday in-person Masses, the homily will focus on a specific theme over a series of weeks. From week to week we build on the theme, which is based on the Scripture Readings, and explore it from different angles. It also includes relevant weekly digital content online including written reflections and journal questions to go deeper into the theme on your own or in a small group.

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Formation and social experiences for married couples. Coming soon!

Congratulations! Our Priests are happy to assist you in Catholic Sacramental Marriage Preparation. Please contact the Parish Office. 
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Provide opportunities to build community, faith and friendship for the men of the parish.

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Provide opportunities to build community, faith and friendship for the women of the parish.

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The process by which adults become part of the Catholic faith community. For additional information, please contact Father Emanuel at [email protected].

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Children's Faith Formation (CFF)

• Religious Education for Children in public schools, private schools and those who are homeschooled.     
• Religious Education sessions on Tuesday afternoons and evenings and Sunday mornings  and evening are offered for children in PreSchool to 6th grade: [email protected]

Special Religious Development for adults and children with special needs. Please contact John Brodarick (brodarick@[email protected]).

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A private, Catholic preschool, elementary and middle school (PreK - 8th Grade) which prides itself on educating students in mind, body and spirit. Students are engaged in an academically challenging environment, nurtured by a faith-filled community and empowered through worship and service to build the Kingdom of God.

• Principal: Mrs. Liz Hein
• Assistant Principal: Mrs. Kate Aeono

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Offers children age 3- entering 5th grade the opportunity to attend a week long half-day program each summer that teaches a simple Gospel message through games, song, crafts and prayer. Registration information and volunteer opportunities are available in spring. Contact: [email protected]

While all vocations can lead to God, the primary focus of the Vocations Ministry is to generate and support religious vocations for priests, nuns, sisters, deacons, brothers and monks in all religious orders.  The St. Joseph Vocations Ministry serves and supports the parish in developing and maintaining an environment that enables people of all ages to hear and be open to the call from God as they discern their life’s vocation.  This is accomplished through prayer, communications and the engagement of all members of our faith community. 
The Vocations Ministry conducts a weekly hour of Eucharistic Adoration. This beautiful prayer service takes place every Thursday from 3:00 to 4:00 PM in the St. Joseph Church.  All parishioners are welcome and encouraged to join the Vocations Ministers in praying for an increase in religious vocations within our parish and throughout the world.
To learn more about the Vocations Ministry, please contact Larry Gundrum ([email protected]).

Connects Catholic young adults ages 18-39 to Jesus Christ, His Church, Her mission, and each other. We are part of YAM Lake County. Visit our website at  www.yamlakecounty.com to learn more. Contact Nick Begley ([email protected]).