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 be a 6:00pm Mass on Wednesday, May 1^st in honor of

St. Joseph the Workers Feast Day. 

There will not be an 8:30am Mass on Thursday, May 2^nd.

There will be a Funeral Mass for Ben Zemaitis at 11:00am.

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.

Confirmation of Adults at Pentecost

Bishop Paprocki will administer the Sacrament of Confirmation to adults who have not been confirmed at 2:30pm on Pentecost Sunday, May 19^th, at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Springfield. Those requesting the Sacrament should contact their Pastor. More information is available at https://dio.org/catechesis/sacramental-prep/

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. 

If you ordered hanging flower baskets during the preschool fundraiser, pick-up will be Friday, May 3^rd from noon-6:00pm at the church. If you are unable to pick up your flower baskets during this time, please contact Mallory Sinner at malloryramos@gmail.com.

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.

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