The Weekly E-News

December 12, 2024

Our Parish Vision Statement:

We, the family of St. Joseph Basilica, invite all people into our spiritual home to encounter Jesus Christ through an authentically Catholic experience of worship, learning, gathering, and service.

Our daily Mass live-stream is available on YouTube.

Third Sunday of Advent

Prepare for the upcoming Sunday Mass by reflecting on the readings in advance, available here.

John answered them all, saying, "I am baptizing you with water, but one mightier than I is coming. I am not worthy to loosen the thongs of his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire."

Scripture Reflection

Gather virtually on Zoom each Thursday at 10:30 am to reflect on the readings for the upcoming Sunday.  

Meeting ID: 844 3581 2163; Passcode: GoodNews or save this link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84435812163?pwd=S3ArdWV3TDNRc0hMOWtwMzlESFlXdz09  

Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Thursday, December 12

Special Bi-lingual Mass, 7 pm at St. Barnabas

In honor of Our Lady, join us at the Special Mass at St. Barnabas (1427 Sixth Street at Taylor), followed by a reception in the Church Hall (entered through the parking lot on Taylor). All are welcome!

Simbang Gabi Novena Mass

December 15 - 23

5:30 am Mass, Basilica

followed by a reception each morning

See flyer here for details.

Taizé in the Basilica

Friday, December 13, 8:00 - 9:00 pm

Everyone is invited to the Taizé ministry's evening of prayers around the Cross at the Basilica.



Note: Taizé is moved to tomorrow due to a scheduling conflict.

Ministry of Caring Gathering

Sunday, December 15

(3rd Sunday of each month)

1:30 - 3:00 pm, Rectory

The Ministry of Caring is committed to creating a supportive environment for grieving the loss of a spouse or significant other. We understand the deep pain you are experiencing.

Please feel free to visit us and seek support and understanding of your needs during this difficult time.

Special Advent Concert

2024 Advent and Christmas Liturgy Schedule

For the complete schedule, please click here.

Other News

Bishop Barber's Advent 2025 Message: Please click here to read.

Funeral Rite Schedule for Bishop John S. Cummins

December 20-21, 2024

The funeral Rite Schedule for The Most Reverend John Stephen Cummins, Bishop Emeritus, has been announced.

Please click here for the funeral rite schedule and additional information.

Instead of flowers, please consider donating to ministries dear to Bishop Cummins FACE (Family Aid Catholic Education) and Priest Retirement Fund.

Young Adult Group (YAG) Update: YAG will not meet on December 18 and January 1, 2025. It will resume on January 15.

(Note: Generally, the Group meets on the first and third Wednesday of the month in the Parish Center, 6 - 7:30 pm. Drops-in are welcome)

Liturgical Observances for 2025

Please click here for the schedule.

Ongoing News