New Year & The Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord
Happy New Year! We hope your 2024 is off to a great start! This weekend, we joyfully celebrate the Epiphany, emphasizing the revelation that Jesus is for everyone, inviting people from all walks of life to recognize and follow Him.
To kick off 2024, we're launching a special homily series, "The Greatest Invitation," beginning January 6 & 7. Join us as we delve into the "Invite" pillar of the universal message of Following Jesus. Click here to read more. Here's to a year of new beginnings and spiritual growth! ๐
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New Year, New Homily Series!
What is a homily series? At all of our Masses, the homily will focus on a specific theme over a series of weeks. From week to week we build on the theme, which is based on the Scripture Readings, and explore it from different angles. It also includes relevant weekly digital content online including video reflections and journal questions to go deeper into the theme on your own or in a small group.
How do I participate? Go to Mass, listen to the homily, and then subscribe to our homily series newsletter with discussion questions and videos!
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Soup for the Soul
The Women's Ministry invites all women of the parish to Soup for the Soul on February 28th at 6:30pm in the St. Joseph Koenig Center. The event titled, โSaint Teresa of Calcuttaโs Words to Live Byโ, will include a photo presentation by Renee Zorc with reflections on Saint Teresa of Calcuttaโs inspirational words. Please click here to register by February 26th.
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Mothers with Young Children Annual Retreat
Recover from the bustle of the holidays and kick off the new year with Mothers With Young Children Ministry's annual retreat on Saturday, January 27 at 1:00 PM! Join other moms for an afternoon of fellowship, reflection, and rejuvenation. Learn more.
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Annual Pancake Breakfast
All are welcome at the St. Joseph Catholic School Annual Pancake Breakfast and Open House! Enjoy tasty pancakes, sausage, OJ and coffee with your fellow parishioners and school families. Tickets are $30 per family with any number of kids, single adult ticket $10, single child and senior tickets are just $5 each. Click here to buy tickets.
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Trivia Night at St. Joe's
Join us for the St. Joe's Trivia Night on Saturday, February 10th at 6:00 PM! Gather a team of ten, decide on a theme, gather your decor, drinks + food and come out on February 10th! Sign up your team now.
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Mardi Gras Masquerade Gala
Join your fellow parishioners for the St. Joseph 2024 Gala - a Mardi Gras Masquerade. Enjoy a night of socializing, great food and drinks, and dancing to the sounds of the Four Star Brass Band and Libertyville's very own Soul Kitchen! Purchase your tickets now before prices increase on January 31st!
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Interviewing Tips from a Recruiter
Join the Employment Ministry on January 25th at 7:00 PM for Interviewing Tips from a Recruiter. Carla Schroeder, Talent Acquisition Director, will provide a recruiterโs perspective on the interview process (including video interviews) from preparation, to participating in the interview, to the follow up. Learn more.
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We Can Bring Communion to You
Unable to attend Mass? Ministers of Care are available to bring Communion to you or your loved ones. Please contact the parish office 847-362-2073.
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Become a Proclaimer
We have several upcoming trainings to become a Proclaimer! Proclaimers should have a love for Sacred Scripture and a desire to help the community hear and understand Godโs Word through their proclamation. Learn more.
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Join the Music Ministry
The Music Ministry is actively recruiting new members to join us! Join us in singing or playing an instrument. The parish needs talent to help lead music at all the Masses - all high school aged and older are invited to join! Rehearsals are Wednesdays 7:00 - 8:30 pm. Contact Lara Lynch.
Teens and college-aged are encouraged to share their talents at the Sunday evening 5:00 PM Mass. Contact Sabina L. Lilly.
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Grief Sharing Gathering
Have you lost a loved one and still feel a bit lost or lonely at times? Come and socialize with other members of our faith community. Help one another as you share stories and friendship on January 14, at 12:15 PM in the St. Joseph Room. Learn more.
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Summer Mission Trip Interest Meeting
Summer Mission Trip is BACK! Current 7th graders through current high school seniors are invited to join us this summer in New Castle, PA. All interested teens and parents should join us for our interest meeting on January 17 at 7:00 PM in the Koenig Center! Learn more.
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Pasta, Praise, & Prayer
All 7th grade, 8th grade, and high school teens are invited to join us for Pasta, Praise, & Prayer on January 21 at 6pm! Father Tim Anastos (known for his relatable TikTok 1 minute homilies) is joining us to explain what Eucharistic Adoration is about. We will enjoy a pasta bar and conclude with Eucharistic Adoration in the Church. Click here to RSVP.
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Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest
Youth 9-14 years old are invited to the Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest on January 21st at 1:00 PM in the St. Joseph Gym.
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1st Reconciliation Parent Meeting
The 1st Reconciliation Parent Meeting is on January 10th at 6:00 pm. This is a Sacramental Parent meeting for those who have a child who will be making the 1st Reconciliation at the end of January/beginning of February.
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Teaching Masses
On Saturday, January 20 at 5pm, and Sunday, January 21 at 9am, we will be having our annual Teaching Masses presided by Fr. Trout. These are open to all to come learn and gain a deeper understanding of Mass and why it was put together the way it is. Join us!
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Annual Catholic Appeal December Update
Please click here to view the December Update. Thank you for your prayerful consideration and generous response!
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Explore Our Homilies on Our Podcast Channel
Join a community of over 70,000 listeners who've downloaded our enriching homilies. Subscribe to our weekly podcast featuring our worship experience and access our archive of insightful homilies.
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James A. Doppke
James A. Doppke passed away on December 3, 2023. To learn more about James, his life and his funeral arrangements please refer to his obituary. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace.
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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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