Mass In The Park 2023
JOIN US TOMORROW!
Join us Saturday, August 19th at 5:00 PM at Sunrise Park for one of our highly-anticipated, biggest events of the year! Please bring your own lawn chairs/blankets.
Stick around after Mass for...
- Free food and beverages
- Live music
- Raffle
- Fun activities for all ages!
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📢 Important Announcement! 📢
The Saturday, Aug. 19, 5:00 PM Mass will not be livestreamed. Unfortunately, we are not able to stream outdoors for Mass In The Park. Please join in person for this community event!
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Women's Ministry Fall Kickoff Luncheon
Join the Women's Ministries for a Fall Kickoff Luncheon on Wednesday, September 6 at White Deer Run Golf Course. All women are invited. Cost is $40 per person, lunch included. Deadline to register is 8/25. Reserve your spot today! For more information, click here.
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College Sendoff Mass
On Sunday, August 6th, we had a fantastic turnout as 32 college students and their families gathered for our annual College Sendoff Mass at 5:00 PM. Our special guest presider, Father Christian Shui, Chaplain at Carmel Catholic High School, led the Mass and blessed our college-bound students for a successful school year ahead. Father Christian's touching homily reminded us that Jesus is a constant support, even during tough times – a message we all need. See more photos.
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Movie Night & Upcoming Events!
Thanks to everyone who joined us and brought their friends to movie night! We enjoyed lots of tasty treats and watched Cars! 🚗🍿
All 7th grade, 8th grade, and high school teens are welcome to join us for our next events! Learn more.
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National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC)
NCYC is the largest national gathering of Catholic high school youth (ages 14-18) in the country and a truly unforgettable experience. High school students from all over the country will gather with thousands of their peers to dive deeper into their own faith through worship, liturgies, dynamic speakers, and live music. Please let us know if you're interested, no commitment at all. More information coming soon depending on interest levels! Learn more: https://ncyc.us/
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St. Joe's Cub Scouts Summer Picnic
Interested in becoming a cub scout? All current and prospective scouts are invited to the Cub Scouts Libertyville Pack 60 Summer Picnic on August 26th from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM for free burgers, hot dogs, fishing, music, and learn more about scouting. Learn more and register.
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Children's Liturgy of the Word Returns!
Children's Liturgy of the Word will return to 9:00 AM Masses starting September 10th. Children's Liturgy of the Word is an opportunity for children in Grades PK-2 to celebrate the Liturgy of the Word in an age-appropriate way. Adult and teen volunteers are needed to help! Please contact Kelly Krueger if interested!
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Missionary Cooperation Plan Collection Update
Our generous parishioners have contributed a total of $17,966.94 to the Mission Cooperation Plan as of August 14, 2023. Father John Bosco Ssekkoma representing the Archdiocese of Kampala made an appeal for the needs in rural Uganda at all Masses the weekend of July 29 & 30. Thank you, St. Joe's! Read more.
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Libertyville Pickleball Fundraiser Tournament for St. Joe's Food Pantry
The Libertyville Pickleball group held a round robin tournament at Nicholas Dowden Park on August 5th and raised almost $350 for the St. Joseph Food Pantry. If your organization is interested in hosting a food drive or fundraising event, please contact Nuala Kavanagh.
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Over 30 Lbs. Of Produce Harvested!
Our Community Garden has harvested and donated 30 pounds of fresh produce to our Food Pantry. Contact Mary Causey to help!
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Fantasy "Food"ball Tournament for Food Pantry!
Join the Knights of Columbus for their Charity Fantasy Foodball tournament! All skill levels are welcome! $30 per person, split between winner and St. Joseph Food Pantry. Register by August 25th to participate! Learn more and sign up.
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Catholic Charities of Lake County Needs Volunteers
The Catholic Charities of Lake County's Community Center located at 914 8th St. Waukegan needs volunteer instructors starting to assist with basic English Language and US Citizenship exam preparation. Volunteer instructors needed beginning August 28th. Contact Christine at 847-775-0858.
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World Day of Prayer for the Care for Creation
All are invited as the Catholic and Greek Orthodox communities of greater Chicagoland join together on Thursday, August 31 for an ecumenical service to give thanks for God’s gift of creation and to recognize the conservation efforts of His disciples. The event will be live-streamed as well at: vimeo.com/event/3581003. Learn more about this event.
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Join us for Mass In The Park 2023 this weekend!
Get your tickets today for one of the most highly-anticipated St. Joe's events in the year! Enjoy Mass outside, connections with parishioners, and free food, live music, and activities for all ages!
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Golden Wedding Anniversary
Couples celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary are invited to gather together for the Golden Wedding Anniversary Mass that will be celebrated by Cardinal Cupich on Sunday, September 17, 2023 at 2:30 p.m. at Holy Name Cathedral in Chicago. See Parish Bulletin News for a flyer to share with your community. Email gwa@archchicago.org with any questions. To register online, please visit pvm.archchicago.org/events/golden-wedding.
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Three Easy Ways to Give and Support
Here are three easy ways for you to give and support St. Joseph Catholic Church.
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