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New Statues!
Please click here to read a letter from Father Martin about our new statues in the church and in our school.
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You are a Beloved Child of God!
Father Bradley Zamora, Catholic Chaplain of Northwestern University spoke about what it means to love your neighbor as yourself, what it means to love yourself, and how God loves us.
Try Fr. Bradley's Challenge: "What if in the course of our day, we gave God 10 intentional minutes in which he can see us, know us, and love us...just show up. Maybe pray this simple prayer..."God empty me of myself, and fill me with your Holy Spirit." - Fr. Bradley
Watch the livestream recording.
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Bears vs. Vikings Tailgate Party
All men and women 21 years and older are invited to the Men's Ministry Tailgate on Sunday, October 15 in the St. Joe's School Parking Lot. Free burgers, hot dogs, water and a raffle. Please bring a chair, side dish/dessert to share and BYOB. Free will donations will be accepted.
Please click here to register today!
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Returning This Fall - Divorce & Beyond
Join other people who have either experienced divorce or who have already filed for a divorce and desire to re-encounter God on their journey as they seek to heal and renew their lives and families. Gatherings will be led by trained facilitator Patricia Cartwright. Learn more.
To register, email your name and contact information to: pgcartwright@hotmail.com
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Tend the Fire Tribute Dinner Honoring Gerry Salzman
Please join us on November 4th at 6:30pm in the Koenig Center for a sit-down dinner and an evening filled with love and affirmation for Gerry, his gifts, discipleship, and many contributions to our community.
Click here to register.
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Annual Thanksgiving Mass and Breakfast
All men and women of the parish are invited on Saturday, November 18th following 8:30 AM Mass in the Koenig Center. Free and open to all ages! Sponsored by the St. Joseph's Men's and Women's Ministries.
Please click here to RSVP.
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Bonfire and Outdoor Movie Night
All teens (7th, 8th, and high schoolers) are invited to join us for a bonfire and outdoor movie on Sunday, October 15 at 6pm in the St. Joe's courtyard.
Wear your pjs, bring a lawn chair and a blanket, and join us for hot dogs and s'mores! Bring your friends!
Click here to RSVP!
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Halloween Party
All teens (7th, 8th, and high schoolers) are invited to join us for a Halloween Party on October 29 at 6pm!
Wear your Halloween costume, and get ready for fun Halloween games and trick-or-treating with the priests! Bring your friends!
Click here to RSVP!
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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!
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October is the Month of the Holy Rosary
Please join us after the 5pm Sunday Mass throughout the month of October to pray the Holy Rosary as a community of faith. Learn more.
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EOM Training
Are you called to minister Holy Communion to your brothers and sisters in Christ? We will be offering training for all interested in becoming Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EOM’s) on Tuesday, October 24th at 6:30 pm in the church. Please register in advance.
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Children's Liturgy of the Word
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 at ALL 9:00am Masses. Please click here to learn more.
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Consider a Year-End Gift
As you begin year-end tax planning, take advantage of the charitable tax deduction for gifts made before December 31 and consider the variety of gift options available to you. Your gift to our parish can make a great difference. Learn more.
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Communications 101 Trainings
All are welcome to come learn how to use helpful tools to improve your marketing and communications skillset at our Communications 101 Trainings! The first one is coming up on October 23 - Canva Training! These classes are taught by our Communications Coordinator, Abby! Limited spots are available, registration is required. Learn more.
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Aid for Women Baby Shower
Respect Life Ministry will be collecting baby items and donations to help expectant mothers in need after Mass on October 14 and 15. Read more.
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St. Joseph's Employment Ministry "Relationship Marketing"
Join the Employment Ministry for a talk on Relationship Marketing (aka Networking) Oct. 19 a 7pm in Formation Center & on Zoom. Learn more.
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"The Letter: A Message for our Earth" Screening
Join us Thursday, October 19th for a screening of “The Letter: A Message for Our Earth” on Saturday, Nov. 4th which follows the ramifications of the Pope’s groundbreaking letter and takes viewers around the world to see firsthand how climate change is affecting the daily lives of people. Learn more.
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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.
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Enjoy Playing Euchre?
Do you enjoy playing cards? Would you like to meet other people who enjoy playing cards in a relaxed setting? Then maybe St. Joe’s Euchre Night is for you. We play on the first Saturday of every month through May, 2024. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., cards begin at 7:00. We meet at 200 N. Milwaukee, Lower Level. Please register by sending an email to Stuart and Fran Skinner at fskinner@aumpartnersllc.com
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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
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Jean Smith, a long time member of St. Joseph parish, passed away on September 19, 2023. To learn more about her life, her family and her funeral arrangements please refer to her obituary.
May her 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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