St. Joseph the Worker

November 30

Posted by Sue Coombe

Dear Parishioners of St. Joseph the Worker:

HAPPY NEW YEAR!  Yes, HAPPY NEW YEAR!  In the Catholic Church we enter the season of Advent.  Advent begins a whole new year in our liturgical calendar.  Each year we celebrate the life of Jesus when we gather at Mass.  From the ... Read More »

November 23

Posted by Sue Coombe

Dear Parishioners of St. Joseph the Worker:

Are you ready for this Thursday?  THANKSGIVING DAY in our country.  Such an important time for all of us to do just what the day calls us to---GIVING THANKS.  So, let’s do that right now. THANKS ~ Mom & Dad THANKS ~ For Freedom ... Read More »

November 16

Posted by Sue Coombe

Dear Parishioners of St. Joseph the Worker:

This coming Thursday an important event begins in Indianapolis, IN. The NCYC, National Catholic Youth Conference, will begin and run until Saturday. Thousands of young people from across America and beyond will gather to celebrate their faith, hear inspiring speakers, meet other ... Read More »

November 9

Posted by Sue Coombe

Dear Parishioners of St. Joseph the Worker:

This Tuesday in our nation we celebrate Veterans Day.  What a special day for America, a time to reflect on all the men and women who have been part of our military over the years/centuries.  A time to be grateful for their ... Read More »

November 2

Posted by Sue Coombe

Dear Parishioners of St. Joseph the Worker:

This Sunday is the Feast of All Souls, celebrated annually on November 2nd.  It is a day to pray for all those who have died.  It is a day to pray for those in purgatory.  It is a day to remember all ... Read More »

October 26

Posted by Sue Coombe

Dear Parishioners of St. Joseph the Worker:

 Welcome to the last week of October.  The year is passing very quickly.  In two months, Christmas will be over—ha! 

This coming Saturday is November 1st, the Feast of all Saints.  That it is on a Saturday, it is NOT a Holy ... Read More »

October 19

Posted by Sue Coombe

Dear Parishioners of St. Joseph the Worker:

 Can you believe we are over halfway through the month of October?  Two months from this Friday is Christmas Eve.  How can that be?

I am sure you have noticed over the last 10-20 years the emergence of computers, tablets, I-Pads, cell ... Read More »

October 12

Posted by Sue Coombe

Dear Parishioners of St. Joseph the Worker:

 October is a month dedicated to LIFE in the Catholic Church.  Many dioceses and cities have special events in which they promote life in all forms.  Right to Life groups rally Catholics and others to be visible in their standing up for ... Read More »

October 5

Posted by Sue Coombe

Dear Parishioners of St. Joseph the Worker:

Welcome to a new month!  Less than 2 months until Advent begins, another liturgical new year.  Things sure do seem to be coming quicker these days.

October in the Catholic Church is dedicated to the Rosary, that great prayer that most of ... Read More »

September 28

Posted by Sue Coombe

Dear Parishioners of St. Joseph the Worker:

 Welcome to a very SAINTLY week.  Our Catholic Church, in her wisdom, raises up men and women for us to emulate in our daily lives.  We should practice their holy virtues and pray to them for guidance.  Their intercession is powerful as ... Read More »