St. Joseph the Worker

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MISSION STATEMENT

VIBRANT & ACTIVE
We are a Roman Catholic faith family in Chatham Illinois committed to proclaiming the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

We live our faith with our words and through our actions.  Nourished by the Word of God and the Eucharist, we seek to become a place of mercy and hope where everyone is welcomed, loved and respected.

Parish Pastoral Council

The role of the St. Joseph the Worker Parish Pastoral Council members is to serve the pastor, provide channels of communication and cooperation to the pastor, staff and members of the parish, and provide support to the pastoral work of the parish.   By working together in community we grow in faith and fellowship.

If you have questions, concerns or requests about St. Joseph the Worker Church, your parish stewardship or activity committee, or as a parishioner, you are encouraged to contact the Pastoral Council Chairperson, or Vice-Chairperson.   

Chairperson, Pat Kornfeld,  kornfeld.pat@comcast.net

Vice-Chairperson, Debbie Shawgo,  debbieshawgo@gmail.com

BULLETINS

There will not be an 8:30am Mass on Monday, April 22^nd. 

Beginning in April, Mass will be at 6:00pm on the 2^nd Monday of each month, not at 8:30am.  On May 13^th, which is the 2^nd Monday, Mass will be at 8:30am, due to Pre-school Graduation which was previously scheduled on May 13^th at 6:00pm.

The next TEAM (Together Everyone Achieves More) meeting is Sunday, April 21^st at 9:15am in the Resource Room.

The St. Joe's Moms' Group's next meeting will be Wednesday, April 24th! We meet the last Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm. Please join us for some informal, dedicated time to focus on growing our faith and getting to know other moms in the parish at 7:00pm in the Resource Room.  ALL Moms (all ages/stages) associated with St. Joe's are welcome. Come join us, please - there's no obligation to do anything but show up. Questions? Text/call Sarah Gibson at 510-504-4329. See you there!

Afternoon of Games

Join us for an afternoon of Games on Wednesday, May 1^st, 12:30-3:30pm in Kollross Hall.  We will be offering card games, dice and board games.  You can bring a friend, learn a game, teach a game or just sit, watch and visit.  Drinks will be provided. 

Trip to the Muni

The Widows and Widowers will be going to the Muni on Senior Night, June 6^th, to see “Jersey Boys.”  We would like to invite all seniors in the parish to join us.

Tickets are $25.00, and include a bus ride to and from the Muni (bus will leave and return to Butler Funeral Home in Chatham, and various other locations), admission to the show, popcorn and a drink.  A form must be completed to ride the bus and receive this price.  If you are interested, please contact Sr. Judy to complete the form before April 28^th.  Please consider joining us.

First Friday

Eucharistic Adoration is available on Friday,May 3^rd, from 7:15-8:15am and 9:15-11:30am, ending with Benediction.  All are welcome.   

Preschool Registration for Fall 2024

Preschool registration for the 2024-2025 school year is open to all.  Please be sure to register as soon as possible to guarantee your spot for next year. Please click HERE or come into the parish office for a Registration Form.

Faith Formation and Vacation Bible School Registration forms are now available.  You can find the forms under Forms on the website.

Science and Christ: A Dialogue

was written by Fr. Richard Chiola with Sr. Sharon Zayac. O.P. The book roots the traditional teachings about Jesus the Christ in the empirical data of science, specifically the evolution of the Cosmos and of life on Earth. Readers will understand that the breadth of scientific, historical, and theological content in the book requires focusing on group discussion. For that purpose, a public discussion of Science and Christ will be led by the authors at St Joseph the Worker from 6-7:30pm over three Wednesdays: April 10^th, April 17^th and April 24^th. Paperback copies will be available for sale at $18. It is recommended, however, that anyone who wants to attend the discussions should have already read the book, which is available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, and hard cover versions.  If you are interested in attending, or have any questions about this discussion, please contact Geoff Davis— geoffreydavis6212@comcast.net or

217-638-5671.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

Council 4179 NEWS

• The next Knights of Columbus 4179 meeting is May 2^nd at 7:00pm at St Joseph the Worker Parish.

• Jim Powers and Tim Connelly will do a short presentation on the History of the Church.  We also plan to vote on various charitable donations and begin the nomination process for officers. If you have not served in an officer position, please consider doing so.

• If you are interested in becoming a member of the Knights of Columbus, please contact Sean Fink at 217-415-1147.

Save the Date!

Day of WATCH - October 12, 2024

Experiencing the Holy Spirit

Caregiver Interfaith Volunteer Services

CIVS is a network of religious and community agencies that provides services to adults 60 and over who live independently. Volunteers provide transportation to medical appointments, shopping and grocery shopping for persons no longer able to leave home.

To volunteer or to receive services—call our parish representative, Sherry Kepperling, at 217-741-2862, or call 217-757-6621 at HSHS St. John’s Hospital to find the help that you need. There is no charge for the services; however, donations are appreciated. 

More information is available in the caregiver brochure on the bulletin board in the hallway by the handicap entrance.

Parents who would like to have their child baptized at St. Joseph the Worker are required to attend a preparation class. The next classes will be on the following dates at 6:30pm:

July 11, 2024

October 10, 2024

To sign up for a class, or to make alternate arrangements, call the church office at 217-483-3772.

Thanks to Cindy Essex for helping our new parents prepare to raise the next generation of the faithful.

St. Joseph the Worker Preschool offers a 4/5 year old class that meets on M/W/F from 9:00am - 11:30am and a 3 year old class that meets on T/Th from 9:00am - 11:30am. Mrs.Jackie Viste is the Preschool teacher and provides fun, faith-based enriching activities to all of our students. She is assisted by her aides, parish members Mrs. Judy Gartland and Mrs. Melody Clark.

More information and all forms can be found HERE

To learn more about our Preschool Fundraisers click HERE