Dwelling in Jesus- A Presentation by Guest Speaker Sr. Laurie Brink, O.P.

Join us for our December guest speaker as part of our Following Jesus theme! We'll be focusing on the LEARN pillar of Following Jesus. Sr. Laurie Brink O.P. will take us right to the source, exploring the Gospels to help us grow closer to Jesus. Sunday, December 03 from 3:00-4:30pm in the Koenig Center. The event will also be livestreamed. Livestream link is available via online registration. Click here to learn more!

Women's Ministry Jingle & Mingle

Join the Women’s Ministry on December 6th from 7:00pm to 9:00pm to enjoy wine and appetizers while shopping for Stocking Stuffers and Small Gifts from these fabulous merchants: All Washed Up, Allure, Blooms by Brigita, Charmed Gifts, How Impressive!, My Sanctuary Boutique, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Rtsy Designs, soSimpliScandia, Sweet Cherries Designs, Tala Coffee Roasters, The Joyful Gourmet, The Singalila Gallery. Please click here to register and purchase tickets.

Men's Ministry Saturday Morning Live

The Men's Ministry invites you to our Advent Series of Saturday Morning Live. We invite you to join us as we reflect on "God's Grace and Family." Click here to learn more.

Christmas Service Day!

All teens are invited to join us for a Christmas Service Day! Wear a Santa hat and bring your friends! More info coming soon!

Christmas Party

All teens are invited to join us for a Christmas Party! Wear an ugly sweater, bring a white elephant gift, and enjoy tacos for dinner! Bring your friends! Click here to RSVP!

Looking for Service Opportunities?

We have some great upcoming service opportunities for 7th graders, 8th graders, and high schoolers. Click here to read more and sign up!

Sign Up for Text Alerts!

We send out text alerts with updates on our upcoming events. Both parents and teens can subscribe by clicking here! Subscribe now to stay in the loop!

Save the Date for Lessons & Carols on December 17 at 2:00 PM

Join the St. Joseph Music Ministry for a beautiful journey through scripture lessons, heartwarming carols, and soulful prayers as we gather to celebrate the true spirit of the season. Click here to learn more!

Grief Sharing Gathering

Come socialize with other members of our St. Joseph faith community who have lost a loved one on December 10 at 12:30 PM in the Loughry Room. Click here to learn more.

Children's Liturgy of the Word Needs Teen Volunteers

We are looking for YOUTH assistants, 7th grade through high school. Click here for more information!

Double Your Donation

More companies now include religious organizations in their matching gifts program. Click here to learn more!

Giving Tuesday

Please consider donating to St. Joseph Parish this Giving Tuesday, November 28th! Click here to donate.

Knights of Columbus Christmas Tree Sale starts November 24th!

The Knights of Columbus will be selling Christmas Trees and Wreaths in front of the Church beginning Friday November 24th from 8 AM – 8 PM and then Sat/Sun 8 AM – 8 PM, M-F 12-8 PM. Proceeds benefit the St. Joseph’s Food Pantry.

Community Dinner

Join us for the Community Dinner held on Monday, November 27th at 6 p.m. All are welcome! Come and share a meal with others! Click here to RSVP.

Financial Survival Kit

Please join the Employment Ministry for their next workshop about the Financial Survival Kit on November 30th at 7 PM in the Formation Center and on Zoom. Click here to learn more.

Christmas Giving Tree Distribution Weekend

On December 9th and 10th over 2,000 gifts will be donated and brought to the Gym to be distributed to local families and agencies. The project is in need of many volunteers to make it happen!

Please sign up on iVolunteer!

El Niño Rey Mass with Fr. Matt Foley

Fr. Matt Foley, Libertyville High School 1981 Graduate and Director of El Niño Rey, will

celebrate 5:00 Mass on Sunday, December 3rd at St. Joseph’s. He will provide an update on the current conditions in Guerrero, Mexico and the challenges faced by the families we serve. El Niño Rey is one of the international ministries supported by our parish. All are welcome! Click here to learn more.

Donation to Children's Faith Formation

Please consider making a tax deductible donation to Children's Faith Formation's Guardian Angel Fund to help cover the cost of faith formation for those in need.

Click here to donate.

Retirees and Wannabees Christmas Dinner Party

Join us for a festive Retirees and Wannabees Christmas Dinner Party at White Deer Run Golf Club in Vernon Hills, IL, on December 9, 2023, from 5:00 to 10:30 p.m. Indulge in a delightful evening featuring a choice of exquisite dishes, live entertainment including a guitarist, choir, and a special guest after dessert. Register by December 4. Click here to learn more!

2nd Annual Christmas Around the World

All are welcome to MYC's Christmas Around the World on Sunday, December 3rd from 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM in the Koenig Center.

Learn about Christmas traditions around the world, shop at vendor tables, and enjoy our bake sale. Click here to learn more!

Save the Date!

Save the date for our Mardi Gras Masquerade Gala on March 9, 2024! This is open to all and will be at the Chevy Chase Golf Course in Wheeling, IL. Mark your calendars - you don't want to miss it!

Interested in helping plan the gala? Contact Liz Kennedy at lizken23@gmail.com

Santa's Secret Shoppe

All children are invited to come shop for Christmas gifts on Sunday, December 10th from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

To see gifts available for purchase, click here. Prices are kid-friendly, with most gifts under $5. Gift wrapping provided!