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"Lent is just around the corner with Ash Wednesday on February 26. It’s the time in our liturgical calendar to remind us to “awake from our slumber,” not only begin preparing our minds and hearts for the joyous Easter season, but to reconnect with the living God, who longs to be in relationship with us." -Dave Retseck, Director of Faith Formation

St. Joseph parishioners travel to Insurgentes, Mexico as part of the El Nino Rey dental mission for an intense four day clinic.

As part of their formation, candidates in the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, their sponsors and catechists gathered to help feed the hungry.

As we gather this 6th Sunday in ordinary Time, many of us are filled with anticipation of what Ash Wednesday will bring to our Faith life.

Teens and adults preparing for this summer’s Appalachian Mission Trip had a wonderful weekend building community and welcoming Fr. Terrence DeSilva from Holy Trinity, our host parish in Harlan, Kentucky.

Families gathered to learn about the roles of ministers at the Eucharistic celebration during this year’s annual Teachings Masses.

Diana Bottari, a physician and expert on opioid mitigation strategies spoke with people from the community regarding unintended consequences of legalized marijuana.

On Sunday, January 26, our parish's Music Director, Ron Vanasdlen, played his final Mass. Ron will now be the Director of Liturgy and Music at Divine Mercy Parish in Winnetka. We wish Ron all the blessings in his new role and thank him for six years of wonderful ministry.

On Sunday, February 2nd, all Parishioners attending Mass were invited to have their Throats Blessed on the Feast of St, Blaise. St Blaise is the Patron Saint of Throat Illness. The prayer and blessing help us in our daily life to remain free from throat illness.

On Saturday, February 1 over 250 people participated in our annual Trivia Night. Great night, Great fellowship and Competition. Fun was had by all!

..."On Candlemas, we bless all of the candles we use in our parish as the sign of Jesus, the Light of the World." -Deacon George Kashmar

Families, mark your calendars and get on board the "Rocky Railway," this summer theme for Vacation Bible School, June 15-19 on the parish campus.

Adults and families gathered on January 26 to learn more about what prayer is, and is not. “God is not a Vending Machine” presented by Fr. David Mowry, generated more than 250 from St. Joseph and St. Mary of Vernon parishes to learn about the relationship that forms when we we open ourselves to God in prayer and listen for his voice.

"St. Joseph Catholic School focuses on each student’s individual growth. While parents remain the primary faith educators for their children, our teachers also influence our students in many ways. Our work is affirmed each year as we graduate strong, independent young adults committed to our Catholic faith and service to others. " -Mrs. Phoenix

Congratulations to Grace Kraft, along with 30 other young women of Vicariate 1, whom were honored at the Golden Rose Breakfast by the Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women.

"I am very glad to share with you the joy of responding to God's call to service in the Church, which has culminated thus far to my being ordained a Deacon..." - Dcn. Anglebert Chikere

The first formation meeting for the 2020 Appalachian Mission Trip was held, and the room was full of energy, excitement, and LOTS of people. Please pray for this group of teens, adults, and young adults as they prepare for their mission trip to Harlan, KY in July.

Another candidate celebrated the Rite of Welcome on January 12 during the 9 a.m. Mass, as part of his journey into full reception into the Catholic Church.

Teens preparing for Confirmation attended one of two retreats offered at St. Joseph to help refresh their minds and hearts and re-commit to God and the graces of the sacrament.

Small group members, whose facilitators include John Morgan and Maurice Griffin, gathered for their January meeting to create “blessing bags” for needy people they encounter in their lives.