St. Joseph the Worker

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 »

September 21

Posted by Sue Coombe

Dear Parishioners of St. Joseph the Worker:

 This Sunday, September 21st, we celebrate National Catechetical Sunday in our American Catholic Church.  This is a day to recognize and give thanks for all those women and men who give of themselves in forming our youth and adults in the Catholic faith. 

We are so blessed here at SJW to have very dedicated catechists who share their faith with their students, no matter what age they may be.  This is what the Lord Jesus wanted His followers to do.  He told His Apostles to go forth and preach the Good News.  And that command is still applicable this very day.  Our mission should be to make our Savior known and felt in today’s ... Read More »

September 14

Posted by Sue Coombe

Dear Parishioners of St. Joseph the Worker:

 It is the middle of September already.  Autumn is just around the corner.  Cooler temperatures, falling leaves, shorter days, and football!

One of the really neat things I have seen since I arrived at SJW is a decal that says: FAITH FORMATION ... Read More »

September 7

Posted by Sue Coombe

Dear Parishioners of St. Joseph the Worker:

 September is upon us.  Hope the first week went well.  This week is filled with wonderful liturgical celebrations.  Let us explore: Monday, September 8 - The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary

 From the 5th century this Feast commemorates that a basilica in ... Read More »