Parish Life

ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is the act of worshiping God as He is present in the consecrated Eucharist. Adoration of the Most Holy Eucharist is coming before Christ in His entirety; His Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity to contemplate His awesomeness and to lovingly adore Him. When we do this, we are in His Real Presence, able to speak with Him in our mind and our heart. St. Joseph offers Adoration on the 1st Wednesdays of every month. Complete the form below to sign up for an hour with Jesus!

PRAYER REQUESTS

St. Joseph has a prayer chain that prays daily for any special intentions. Through prayer, we can experience God and grow in our faith. Remembering that God works through our lives when we give our hearts to Him. If there is a special intention you would like to be lifted up or you would like to be part of the prayer chain, please contact us.

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LADIES GUILD

The Ladies’ Guild at Saint Joseph’s exists to build community among women of the parish through spiritual, social, and charitable activities. In a busy, secular world, the Ladies’ Guild is a refreshing way to develop fellowship with other Catholic women and to meet needs of the parish and our community in a meaningful way. Monthly Meeting: Second Tuesday of the Month, 7:00pm, Parish Hall The principal services and activities this group performs are: Soup Supper, Fish Fry, Desserts, Funeral Luncheons, The Christmas Giving Tree, Baptismal and Healing Blankets, St. Joseph Table, Stephen Center Dinners. President: Deb Hoskins Vice President: Angie Carlson Secretary: Erin Patera

Senior Scholarship Application

The St. Joseph Catholic Church Knights of Columbus and Ladies Guild offers scholarships to graduating seniors and home school students. Scholarships are rewarded based on service to St. Joseph, as well as activities and leadership in the church, school, and community. 2

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

Founded on the principles of charity, unity, and fraternity, the Knights of Columbus was established in 1882 by Father Michael J. McGivney, assistant pastor of St. Mary’s Church in New Haven, CT, and a group of parishioners. They intended to bring financial aid and assistance to the sick, disabled, and needy members and their families. Today, Father McGivney is being considered for sainthood. Monthly Meeting: First Tuesday of the Month in the Parish Hall, 7:00pm (Rosary Beforehand)

Grand Knight – Kevin Schuster Deputy Grand Knight – Gus Swenson Financial Secretary – Ken Patry Recorder – Al Thibault

ADULT FORMATION

RCIA

A parish-based process where unbaptized persons
and members of Christian Churches may be baptized or received into the Church at Easter. The process
starts in the Fall.

LIVE LENT TOGETHER

During Lent, leaders invite a group of 6-8 people to meet weekly and discuss Scripture. Using the WRAP method, leaders will foster conversations and serve as a resource for discussion and questions.

MEN’S GROUP

A group of men that meet every week for faith-filled discussion, prayer, and fellowship.

WOMEN’S BOOK CLUB

Throughout the year, this group of women choose a book and then meet weekly for fellowship and faith-filled discussion. When a book study has been chosen, information will be in the weekly bulletin.

YOUTH FORMATION

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN

Teaches children the faith of the Catholic Church through word and example. Classes begin in September and end in May.

YOUTH GROUP

Join fellow high school students for faith, fellowship, and fun! We meet at the Johnson’s house from 7 pm – 8:30 pm the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month.

LEADERSHIP COMMITTEES

PARISH COUNCIL

This is a board of parishioners that advises the pastor on issues related to the parish and its mission. It consists of up to nine members. New members are elected in August of each year. The Parish Council meets once a month on a Sunday after 9 a.m. Mass.

FINANCE COMMITTEE

This committee advises the pastor on the parish’s finances. It consists of seven members. The finance committee meets once a month on the 3rd Tuesday in the evening.

GROWTH/FELLOWSHIP TEAM

The Growth/FellowshipTeam focuses on coordinating and
promoting fellowship opportunities throughout the year.

COMMUNICATIONS TEAM

The Communications Team helps develop and maintain a clear path for all forms of communication from the parish to its parishioners through social media, email, and website

NOT SEEING ONE FOR YOU?

Please consider creating your own group to share with our parish community. Whether it be a Bible Study or something specific to your vocation or season of life, all are welcome! If you have any questions, please talk to Father Scott Hastings.