WE WELCOME YOU!
Welcome to the St Joseph the Worker Parish website! As pastor here, I am glad that you are inquiring about our faith community.
The parish of St. Joseph is vibrant & active. The faith of this community is obvious, and it is a vibrant, celebrated, & revered faith. People put their belief into action in many ways. I am overly impressed with the outreach people have to the poor, the food pantries, & the needy. Volunteers are always coming forth to help whenever & wherever possible.
If you would like more information about the parish, or if you would like to be a member, that would be great. We would be glad to "have you in the pew" at our Masses, worshiping & celebrating the Lord's presence. Please know that if you have any questions, call the parish office at any time. We are here to assist you in any way possible.
May St. Joseph the Worker intercede daily for you & your needs.
Enjoy the website,
Father Joe
MASS TIMES
WEEKDAY
Monday: 8:30am except for the 2nd Monday of each month which will be at 6:00pm
Tuesday: 8:30am
Thursday: 8:30am
Friday: 8:30am
WEEKEND
Saturday: 4:30pm
Sunday: 8:00am & 10:30am
CONFESSION TIMES
Saturday: 3:15-4:00pm or by appointment
LIVE STREAM MASS (SUNDAY | 10:30AM)
FIND YOUR NEAREST CATHOLIC MASS
OFFICE HOURS
THE PARISH OFFICE IS OPEN...
Monday: 8:30am - 4:00pm
Tuesday: 8:30am - 4:00pm
Wednesday: 8:30am - 4:00pm
Thursday: 8:30am - 4:00pm
Friday: 8:30am - 4:00pm
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
Staff
STAFF
Father Joe Molloy: Pastor stjos@comcast.net
Sister Judith Pfile, O.P.: Pastoral Associate jpfile@comcast.net
Deb Howerton: Office Manager sjwofficemanager@comcast.net
Sue Coombe: Secretary sjwchatham1@gmail.com
John Kennedy: Music Minister stjoesdmm@comcast.net
Janice Anderson: Faith Formation Coordinator andersonjl@comcast.net
Grace Stenke: Youth Coordinator sjwyouth@comcast.net
M.C. Garriott: OCIA Cooridinator mcgarriott@gmail.com
Jackie Viste: Preschool Instructor stjospreschool@gmail.com
Anna Barham: Sacramental Coordinator sjwsacramentcoordinator@gmail.com
Cindy Essex: Baptism Preparation essex.cindy@gmail.com
BULLETINS
CALENDAR & EVENTS
Capital Campaign Leaders Announced
I am pleased to announce the St. Joseph the Worker “Honoring the Past, Building the Future” Capital Campaign general chairs are Brian and Michelle Stenke. The Stenkes are very involved at SJW, are extremely faith-filled and outgoing. I am grateful to both of them.
I have asked several parishioners to be Honorary Chairs—Sandy Conlon, Betty Wirtz, and Mike and Sharon Crowley. They have been generous over the years with their time, talent, and treasure, and are pillars of our parish and community. They can inspire all of use to be generous stewards. Bravo to these four!
Finally, the following people from SJW have said yes to be members of the Campaign Cabinet, assisting in the implementation of duties and services needed. They are:
Rodger and Janice Anderson, Mark Bartolozzi, Paula Black, Wes and Riana Cattoor, Cindy Essex, Rita Evans, Rob and Kim Flesher, Tom and Chrisie Haase, Pat Kornfeld, Mark Rabideau, Liz Reef, Dave Spears, Bruce Thompson, Tom and Megan Walters, and Amy West. My gratitude to each of them.
Let us continue to pray for the success of our Campaign. May we honor those who have gone before us at SJW, so that we now are able to build our own future.
Fr. Joe
Beginning in April, Mass will be at 6:00pm on the 2nd Monday of each month, not at 8:30am. On May 13th, which is the 2nd Monday, Mass will be at 8:30am, due to Pre-school Graduation which was previously scheduled on May 13th 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 19th, 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/
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
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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.
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Form can be filled out electronically by clicking HERE
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