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Latest News
From The Archdiocese of St. Paul and Mpls
Keep up-to-date on announcements and events from Archbishop Hebda and the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis.
St. Joe's Young Adults Summer Book Club
Tuesdays - Starting July 7 (6 Weeks)
8:00p - 9:30p See Flocknote for Weekly Invites
Join the Young Adults group (single, married couples in their 20/30's) this summer to read and discuss The Color of Compromise: The Truth About the American Church's Complicity in Racism by Jemar Tisby. Subscribe to the St. Joseph's Flocknote group "Young Adults" or email Lisa Cossette at lisamputz@gmail.com to be added to the invite list.
St. Joe's Men's Softball League
Recruiting Now! Starts July 9
Evenings, Welcome Park, Crystal
State guidance will now allow for competition to begin! St. Joe's mens softbal team consists of 11-13 guys who come together in faith for fun. Email Bob at walz@comcast.net if interested.
In-Person Masses Return to St. Joseph!
Sunday, July 12, 10:00a
St. Joseph Parish Center, Sanctuary
We are excited to announce an invitation back to in-person Sunday Masses! In protecting public health and based on the recommendations from several government agencies, St. Joseph has prepared a safe environment for our Catholic family to return to Mass if they wish while meeting the required protocols.
See our website for more information on both in-person and online Mass schedules, along with what to expect, safety protocols and the reservation process.
For saftey and health reasons, the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis recommends that you continue to worship with us through online Masses if:
- You are older than 65
- You have underlying health conditions
- you are sick or have a fever or other COVID-19 symptoms
- you are COVID-19 positive or live with someone who is COVID-19 positive
- You feel uncertain about your safety if you come
It’s also important to know that the obligation to attend Sunday Mass and Holy Days of Obligation continues to be suspended as long as the pandemic continues. So a person continuing to shelter in place and not attend Mass remains a Catholic in good standing.
We are Cautious, We are Concerned, We are Prepared, We Rejoice!
Java with Joe's
Sunday, July 19, 11:15a
ONLINE - ZOOM Invite
Virtual coffee and donuts! Join Father Terry and Staff for a Sunday morning online conversation, meet and greet with others who join, and a great way to kick off a Sunday with friends! Subscribe to the St. Joseph - Java With Joe's Flocknote group to receive a reminder and the link to join! Note, you must have electronic access and download the Zoom app. "See" you there!
Natural Family Planning (NFP) Awareness Week
July 19 - 25
NFP Awareness Week is dedicated by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops to support couples by bringing awareness of spousal love. This week includes the anniversary of the papal encyclical Humanae Vitae (July 25) and concludes near the feast of Saints Joachim and Anne (July 26).
Human life is a beautiful gift and is to be cherished. For additional information please visit the Archdiocese Natural Family Planning page.
Special Mass on the Hill!
Sunday, July 26, 9:00a
St. Joseph Catholic Community - Historic Little Church
Enjoy an outside Mass on the Hill with Father Terry Rassmussen at St. Joseph Historic Little Church. Mass will be weather dependent and cancelled / rescheduled if it is raining. We invite you to bring your own lawn chairs and celebrate Mass outside with St. Joseph Catholic Community!
A sound system and hand sanitizer will available. We continue to safeguard our Catholic community and request that all attendees follow the recommendations set forth on our website, wear masks, and practice 6-foot social distancing.
Make your Mass reservation and please review archdiocese recommendations and safety protocols by visiting www.stjosephparish.com/welcome-back.
Cenacle of Prayer for Priests - AT HOME
August 2 and Every First Sunday of Each Month
Pray together to build a spiritual reservoir of grace for priests and seminarians and their challenges and needs.
Confirmation of St. Joseph's Young People!Tuesday, August 4, 7:00p (Closed to Public)
St. Joseph Catholic Community, New Hope
Our confirmants, their families and sponsors will be celebrating their upcoming Sacrament of Confirmation after completing 2 years of course work and freely choosing Catholicism as their guiding light. We are so proud of each of these young people!
First Friday - Liturgy
Friday, August 7, 11:00a ONLINE Mass
See www.stjosephparish.com for the Online Mass Link
Retired seniors gather for daily Mass ONLINE. All are Welcome!
Habitat for Humanity
August 3 - 7 in Minneapolis (New Construction)
(9:00a - 3:00p)
August 11 - 14 in Brooklyn Park (Painting)
(8:30a - 4:00p
Sites are providing personal protective equipment. Masks are required. You are asked to bring your own gloves that will be required in certain circumstances. Handwashing stations will be available for frequent use throughout the day. Church volunteers will need to bring their own lunch and beverages (you will not be able to go off-site). Habitat will provide the needed tools, with limited sharing of tools when possible.
No construction experience needed. Space is limited to 6-8 volunteers per day. Youth ages 16 & 17 can sign up with a parent. Contact Jason at 763.544.3352 ext 118 or
jwittak@stjosephparish.com.
Victim / Survivor Support Group - ONLINE
Monday, August 3 at 6:30p - 8:00p
Join with other victims/survivors of sexual abuse who share a similar experience and who want to provide each other with support, affirmation, hope, and empowerment. If you are interested in participating in this virtual/online session, please contact Paula Kaempffer, Outreach Coordinator for Restorative Justice and Abuse Prevention for the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis (651-291-4429 or mailto:kaempfferp@archspm.org) to obtain the dial-in phone number and participant’s code.
PRISM Back-to-School Backpack Distribution
Friday, August 21 and Friday, August 28
10:00a - 3:00p
PRISM, Golden Valley
PRISM is planning its annual Back to School Backpack distribution event and have set this years goal to distribute backpacks and schools supplies to 750 school kids. Participating families will sign up to receive their children's backpacks and school supplies on Friday, August 21 or Friday, August 28 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Here's 3 Ways to help support the program:
• Purchase supplies off our Wishlist, or organize a donation drive with your family
• Share our wishlist and donation details with your networks
• Do you know someone who might need school supplies? Share the PRISM's program with them (participants must live in our service area i.e. Golden Valley, New Hope, Robbinsdale, Crystal, or Plymouth (east of 494)).
Special Mass on the Hill!
Sunday, August 23, 9:00a
St. Joseph Catholic Community - Historic Little Church
Enjoy an outside Mass on the Hill with Father Terry Rassmussen at St. Joseph Historic Little Church. Mass will be weather dependent and cancelled / rescheduled if it is raining. We invite you to bring your own lawn chairs and celebrate Mass outside with St. Joseph Catholic Community!
A sound system and hand sanitizer will available. We continue to safeguard our Catholic community and request that all attendees follow the recommendations set forth on our website, wear masks, and practice 6-foot social distancing.
Make your Mass reservation and please review archdiocese recommendations and safety protocols by visiting www.stjosephparish.com/welcome-back.
Peter's Pence Collection
October 3-4
St. Joseph Catholic Community Collection
The purpose of the Peter's Pence Collection is to provide the Holy Father with the financial means to respond to those who are suffering as a result of war, oppression, natural disaster, and disease.