St. Joseph Catholic Church

121 E. Maple Ave.

Libertyville, IL 60048

Phone: 847-362-2073

www.stjoseph-libertyville.org

July 19, 2024

Parish Updates

Welcome, Fr. Jake Beltran!

On July 1st, we welcomed our new Pastor, Fr. Jake Beltran. Please keep Fr. Jake in your prayers during this time of new beginnings. Please click here, and read page three of our bulletin to read the welcome letter from Fr. Jake!

SHINE 2024

Last week concluded our SHINE 2024 Youth Service Week for incoming 7th graders through high school teens. A total of 80+ teens and adult chaperones served at 7 different local organizations for a total of 1,200 service hours. Thank you for your prayers and support! Click here to see photos.

Altar Server Picnic

Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate our altar servers at our annual Altar Server Picnic at the Mundelein Seminary! We had fun playing soccer, fishing, and enjoying dinner together. Thank you to everyone who helped make this possible! Click here to see photos.

Commission Upcoming Events

Connect & Invite

Summer Play Groups

Mothers with young children are invited to bring their kiddos to the various summer play groups hosted by the Mothers With Young Children Ministry (MYC). To learn more, please visit our website.

Mass in the Park 2024 - August 17, 2024

Join us on Saturday, August 17 for the highly-anticipated St. Joe's annual tradition, Mass in the Park! All are welcome to join us for Mass outside in Sunrise Rotary Park at 5:00 PM, followed by free food, live music, and activities for all ages. To RSVP or sign up to volunteer, please click here.

Learn

Check Out Our NEW Homily Highlights!

Each week, we create a short "highlight reel" from one of the weekend homilies. Then, you get an email with the highlight video, reflection questions, connections to Church teachings, and a weekly challenge based on the homily! Subscribe now to check it out!

Serve

Make Lunches For Those In Need

St. Joe's is committed to providing 50 lunches each Wednesday to be delivered a local hotel where PADS Lake County is providing housing this year. Families or groups are encouraged to sign up to make lunches, however, all adults working with youth must complete compliance requirements. Sign up to help!

Support Education for Children in India

Father Raj will be sharing the incredible work of Dalit Solidarity, a Catholic and Tax-exempt charity with 501©(3) status, during Masses on July 27th and 28th. With your support, we can provide education and hope to children living in poverty in India. Donate today at dalitsolidarity.org, or through our second collection during Masses on July 27th and 28th!

Prayer and Worship

Eucharistic Adoration

Join us for a blessed time with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament during Eucharistic Adoration every Thursday from 3:00 to 4:00 PM. Experience God's presence as you make time for Him to be present with you.

Host a Backyard Mass

Sign up to host a Mass right in your backyard for your neighborhood! Gather your friends and neighbors for a unique experience that blends faith and community. All are welcome! Learn more!

Calling All College Students!

You're invited to our College Sendoff Mass on Sunday, August 4th at 5:00 PM. All college students and their families are invited! Light hospitality will be served after Mass. Please wear your college t-shirt. Click here to RSVP on our website.

Youth

Tie-Dye & Ice Cream Bar at Youth Group

All incoming 7th graders, 8th graders, and high schoolers are invited to join St. Joe's Youth Group for 9-square, tie-dye, and an ice cream bar on July 21st at 6:00 PM in the Souled Out Teen Space. Bring your friends and items you want to tie-dye! Please register here.

Accountability

Annual Catholic Appeal - June Update

The theme of this year's Annual Catholic Appeal is Together at the Table. Please click here to read the June update.

Giving

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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