Welcome to the Catholic Community of St. Joseph The Worker Online!  We are a vibrant and active faith community located in Chatham, Illinois within the Diocese of Springfield.   

Our Mission 

We, the Catholic community of St. Joseph the Worker parish,

United by:

• Common Faith
• Shared Hope
• Mutual Charity

Are called to:

• Worship God through prayer and the Sacraments
• Seek God's revelation in scripture and tradition
• Minister and Evangelize our world through love and service.

The Celtic Cross

The Celtic Cross is a symbol of eternity that emphasizes the endlessness of God’s love as shown through Jesus Christ’s sacrifice on the cross.  It also symbolizes the unending mystery of how through the crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus Christ continues to offer the hope of salvation to the faithful throughout all of time.