The Mission of the Church

Posted by St. Joseph

The Mission of the Church is the mission command of Christ:  “Go out to all the world and proclaim the Good News, baptizing them in the Name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit”.  This command, given to the apostles and us, is as poignant today ... Read More »

The Faces of Christ

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This Friday the Church celebrates the Feast of St. Luke, Apostle and Martyr of the Church.  Luke is the author of the gospel bearing his name and the Acts of the Apostles, which lays out the early days of the Church after the death of Christ, and, including St. ... Read More »

Sabbatical

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I will be leaving this week for my mini-sabbatical, which is  granted every five years to the priests of the Diocese.  The sabbatical will be for 6 weeks, starting this week (October 8) until I arrive back November 22, the weekend right before Thanksgiving.  I’ll be in Florida working ... Read More »

Knights of Columbus

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I wanted to take this opportunity to give a shout out to the KC’s of our parish.  This fraternal organization has been on the forefront of the pro-life movement, as well as, committing themselves to charitable work through their various fundraising events.  All of this helps our local community ... Read More »

Altar & Rosary Society

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This weekend members of our parish will celebrate the Women of the Year Awards.  St. Joseph’s Woman of the Year is Teresa Weber.  We are very happy for her and grateful for all she has done to make St. Joseph Church a better and happier parish.  Women from all ... Read More »

Religious Education

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Next week Sunday the CCD program starts up to begin another year of forming young souls in the ways of our Faith.  It is extremely important that every parent provide for this formal faith experience by making sure your child in 1st through 8th grade is registered for this ... Read More »

Labor Day

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Idle hands are the devil’s workshop!”  This Scripture passage is a reflection of this day we honor with a holiday.  The need to work, the necessity of work is part of who we are.  When Adam and Eve were cast out of the Garden of Eden, God told them ... Read More »

Happy Father's Day

Posted by St. Joseph

On this Father’s Day, I want to bless and thank all of our fathers (past and present) for all they do to keep their families alive and strong in Jesus Christ.  As head of your home (with your wife as the heart—both working as equals), it is important to ... Read More »

A Big Thank You

Posted by St. Joseph

I wanted to write a thank you to all who were part of my 25th priesthood anniversary celebration.  I appreciate all the cards, sentiments, kind words, and gifts (individual thank you’s to follow).  Your support and generous spirit is very much appreciated by me—so, thank you!

A special thank ... Read More »

Memorial Day--A Big Thank You to those who have served and serve.

Posted by St. Joseph

Memorial Day conjures up the first official barbeque of the summer.  Hopefully, warm weather and gatherings top the day off.

 But, Memorial Day was instituted as a way of honoring all our fallen soldiers throughout our history, who gave their last breath as a sacrifice for our freedom.  It ... Read More »