Sycamore 

Attention:  All Eucharistic Missionary Disciples of Jesus

What do you believe? Sycamore is an informal course about the Catholic Christian faith and its relevance for life today.  It gives you space to meet other people, share ideas, explore your beliefs, and think about questions that really matter.  Each session involves a short film and time for discussion.  EVERYONE IS WELCOME1

We are beginning a brand-new Sycamore group on Sundays from 1:00 - 3:00 pm in the Community room of the parish office building, starting 10/29/23.  Sycamore is a great way to introduce anyone, of any faith – including non-believers, to our amazing parish and to the Church founded by Jesus. 

Let’s not hide our light under a bushel basket!  Contact Teresa Gill for more information at:  teresa@stjosephgj.org or call (251) 408-7851. 

What is Stewardship?  “Stewardship” is a disciple’s response to what God asks.  We have all been given so many gifts and blessings by God.  He now asks us to share those gifts with others for the benefit of His kingdom!  These gifts include our time, talent and treasure. 
 
As a committed disciple of Jesus Christ, we make connections between stewardship, evangelization & Catholic social teaching and the challenges that consumerism & materialism are to the Christian steward. 

How to be a good steward….
FOCUS Missionary Team

The Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS) is a Catholic collegiate outreach whose mission is to share the hope and joy of the gospel with college and university students, inspiring and equipping them for a lifetime of Christ-centered evangelization, discipleship and friendships in which they lead others to do the same. 

St. Joseph parish's assessment balance:  

FOCUS Missionaries Fund (Mesa Catholic)

Total contribution share :      $10,150.00
Less:  Donation                       ($10,150.00)
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Balance                                    $        0.00
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toward the expenses of the FOCUS team that is ministering to the Mesa Catholic students at CMU. 

THANK YOU to all the generous donors who helped us reach our goal to fund FOCUS Ministry for the FY 2023—2024.  God bless you all. 
 
 

 The Living Garden is the rebranded diocesan e-news that now comes out twice a month. The emails should arrive in your inbox around 8:00 AM every 1^st and 15^th of the month. Each Living Garden includes several sections including the latest from Bishop Berg, breaking Catholic news in our state, our country and throughout the world, spiritual content, business updates, prayer intentions and more! Most of you have already been receiving these bi-weekly emails and we humbly thank you for your participation!
 
 For those of you who haven’t been getting The Living Garden, we kindly encourage you to subscribe by filling out this form https://7cq6q6kzd63.typeform.com/to/L6FDDYE4 or visiting our website The Living Garden e-news | Diocese of Pueblo
We are very excited and honored to have you join our Living Garden!
 
                           St. Thérèse of Lisieux, our patroness
 

Catholic Daughters of the Americas

Catholic Daughters of America Court #941 scholarship forms are available in the parish office.

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You are invited to join the Catholic Daughters at the 8:00 Mass at IHM on the First Saturday of each month.

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Shrine to Our Lady of Guadalupe

Santuario a Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe

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Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine Update




Join us for the Shrine site Dedication

Saturday, December 9, 2023

Where:
Sacred Heart Church
1210 17 1/2 Road, Fruita, CO

Join Bishop Stephen Berg for Mass and a site blessing with reception to follow.

For questions, please email:  guadalupeshrinegv@gmail.com

           Mass Intentions                                                                                           
 

Intentions/IntencionesI

 
Regular Mass intentions require an offering of $10.00/Mass. Other prayer intentions can be entered into the ‘Intentions Book’ which is located on the shelf near the west entrance of the Church (by the St. Joseph banner).  These intentions will not be ‘named’ for a particular Mass, but will be silently included in the general intentions.  Please consider this book for general prayer requests.  

Las intenciones regulares de misa requieren una ofrenda de $ 10.00 / misa.  Se pueden ingresar otras intenciones de oración en el "Libro de intenciones" que se encuentra en el estante cerca de la entrada oeste de la Iglesia (junto al estandarte de San José).  Estas intenciones no serán "nombradas" para una Misa en particular, sino que se incluirán silenciosamente en las intenciones generales. Por favor considere este libro para peticiones de oración generales.

For Mass Times at various Catholic Churches:  

CatholicMassTimes.org

Check out this llink:   Churches Near Me Now
 

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Currently there is live stream for the Sunday 9:30 am and 11:30 am Masses. We try to do live streaming for all the weekend Masses as volunteers are available to help.  If you would like to help with this ministry, please contact the parish office at 23-0209.
 

Please note the revised Adoration times for Mondays and Fridays:  7:45 am until only 2:30 pm, followed by Benediction. 

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Daily Mass…Why a Mass
is the world’s most powerful prayer

Whatever you do for a living, imagine if you could start your day with a meeting with the ultimate boss and authority on anything and everything you care about. You sit down face-to-face with him and have a conversation and you get some guidance.

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Name: Fr. Abraham Oriasochie Eigbegbea
Diocese: Old:      Diocese of Minna, Niger State
                 New:    Diocese of Pueblo
       
State: Niger State
Country: Nigeria
State of Origin: Edo State, Nigeria
Family: Mom and 6 other children
Ordination: June 30, 2018

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January Overnight Adoration

You are invited to watch with the Lord during overnight Adoration in the Church on the First Friday of November, 1/5/24.  Mesa Catholic 'Friday Night Fever' candlelight Adoration from 8:00 - 9:00 pm.  Charismatic Adoration from 9:00 pm to 1:00 am followed by Silent Adoration from 1:00 am until 6:45 am Saturday morning, 1/6/24.  Benediction followed by a bi-lingual First Saturday Mass at 7:00 am.  There will be a flyer and sign-up sheet at the Church’s west entrance. 
 

Adoración nocturna

Están todos invitados a velar con el Señor durante la Adoración nocturna en la Iglesia el primer viernes del enero 1/5/24.  Mesa Catholic 'Friday Night Fever' realizará una Adoración a la luz de las velas de 8:00 - 9:00 pm.  La Adoración Carismática de 9:00 pm a 1:00 am seguida de Adoración Silenciosa de 1:00 am a 6:45 am Sábado por la mañana, 1/6/24.  Bendición seguida de una misa bilingüe el primer sábado a las 7:00 am.  Habrá un folleto y una hoja de inscripción en la entrada oeste de la Iglesia.
 

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Angel Tree 2023

There are still Angels left from the Angel Tree that was put out on November 25^th and 26^th. Please contact Georgette Lobato if you are interested in taking one of the Angels 970-589-3064. Thank You!



 

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Feast of the Immaculate Conception/Fiesta de la Inmaculada Concepción
Holy Day of Obligation/Día santo de la obligación
Masses/Misas

Thursday/Jueves 12/7/23 6:00 pm (bilingual
Friday/Viernes 12/8/23 7:00 am, 12:00 noon and
6:00 pm (bilingual)



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Schedule of Masses/Horario de Misas

Mananitas a Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe - Serenade to Our Lady of Guadalupe
Lunes, 11 de Diciembre del 2023 - Monday, December 11, 2023
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Espanol - Spanish)

Misa en Honor a Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe - Mass in Honor to Our Lady Of Guadalupe
Martes 12 de Diciembre del 2023 - Tuesday, December 12, 2023
6:00 p.m. (Misa en Espanol - Spanish Mass)

Penance Service - Servicio Penitencial
Monday, December 18, 2023 - Lunes, 18 de Diciembre del 2023
6:00 p.m. 

Fourth Sunday of Advent
Saturday, December 23, 2023
4:30 p.m. Mass (English)

Fourth Sunday of Advent
Sunday, December 24, 2023
7:30 a.m. Mass (English)

Fourth Sunday of Advent
Sunday, December 24, 2023
9:30 a.m. Mass (English)

Cuarto Domingo de Adviento - Fourth Sunday of Advent
Domingo, 24 de Diciembre del 2023 - Sunday, December 24, 2023
11:30 a.m. (Misa en Espanol - Spanish Mass)
 

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The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas Eve Mass)
Sunday, December 24, 2023
4:30 p.m. (English)

The Nativity of the Lord (Midnight Christmas Mass)
Sunday, December 24, 2023 (Monday, December 25, 2023)
Midnight (English)

The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas Day Mass)
Monday, December 25, 2023
9:30 a.m. (English)

La Natividad de Nuestro Senor (Misa de Navidad) - The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas Day Mass)
Lunes, 25 de Diciembre del 2023 - Monday, December 25, 2023
11:30 a.m. (Misa en Espanol - Spanish Mass)




The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph
Saturday, December 30, 2023
4:30 p.m. Mass (English)

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph
Sunday, December 31, 2023
7:30 a.m. Mass (English)

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph
Sunday, December 31, 2023

9:30 a.m. Mass (English)

Fiesta de la Sagrada Familia de Jesus Maria y Jose - The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph
Domingo, 31 de Diciembre del 2023 - Sunday, December 31, 2023
11:30 a.m. (Misa en Espanol - Spanish Mass)






Mary Mother of God
Sunday, December 31, 2023

4:30 p.m. (English)

Mary Mother of God
Monday, January 1, 2024
9:30 a.m. (English)

Maria, Madre de Dios - Mary Mother of God
Lunes, 1 de Enero del 2023 - Monday, January 1, 2024
11:30 a.m. (Misa en Espanol - Spanish Mass)

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December 2023                                                         
                                                                                               

Beloved Parish Family,

As we approach the wondrous celebration of Christmas, let us embark on a journey of rediscovery.  Let us venture beyond the familiar narratives and delve deeper into the mysteries of Christ’s birth.  Just as the shepherds and the Magi sought our Savior in the humble manger, let us seek the profound meaning that lies within this miraculous event.   Open your hearts to the transformative power of the Incarnation, allowing it to shape your lives and guide your actions.  Embrace the joy, hope and love that emanate from the newborn King, and share His light with the world.

May this Christmas be a time of profound revelation and renewed faith.

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Estimada Familia Parroquial,

A medida que nos aproximamos a la maravillosa celebración de Navidad, embrquemos en un viaje de reduscubrimiento.  Aventurémonos más allá de las narraciones conocidas y profundicemos más en los misterios del Nacimiento de Cristo.  Así como los pastores y los Reyes Magos buscaron a nuestro Salvador en el pesebre.   Busquemos el profundo significado que encierra este milagroso acontecimiento.  Abran sus corazones al poder transformador de la Encarnación, permitiéndole formar nuestras vidas y guiar nuestras acciones.  Abraza la alegría, la Esperanza y el amor que emana el Rey recién nacido y comparte Su luz con el mundo. 

Que esta Navidad sea un tiempo de revelación profunda ye fe renovada.
 

In Christ’s embrace/En el abrazo de Cristo,


Rev. Henry Wertin, Pastor

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The Vision of the National Eucharistic Revival:

To inspire a movement of Catholics across the United States who are healed, converted, formed, and unified by an encounter with Jesus in the Eucharist—and who are then sent out on mission “for the life of the world."

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A beautiful and informative book about the Eucharistic Revival is Bishop Robert Barron's book, 'This Is My Body' available from Word on Fire.  
 

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Practice Your Faith - Learn the Rosary

Practice Makes Perfect 

Come and pray the Rosary with us each Thursday at 2:00 p.m. in the St. Joseph Community Room of the Parish Office Building on the corner of White and 3^rd St.  St. Padre Pio called the Rosary the weapon for these times. Find out why it is so powerful. 

No experience necessary.  All skill levels are welcome - just show up. For more information call Teresa Gill.

(970) 243-0209 ext. 209
Cell: (251) 408-7851

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“…each according to his abilities.”
            I would like to take this opportunity to “Thank You” for your Financial Support of our Parish and at the same time, I need to make this request:
            In order to stay current on our increased operational expenses, and our Diocesan monthly Advanced Missionary Discipleship (AMD) Assessment of $12,213.89, along with large maintenance projects, an increase of 15% in the Collection of tithes and offerings is needed and would make it possible to maintain a healthy financial position for our Parish.
            The Good Lord is certainly blessing our Parish in every way, and may he continue to bless you and your family as we work together.
            “…each according to his abilities.” 
                                                   

Sincerely,
Fr. Wertin

            “…cada uno según sus capacidades”.
            Me gustaría aprovechar esta oportunidad para dar “gracias” por su apoyo financiero a nuestra parroquia y al mismo tiempo necesito hacer esta solicitud:
            Para mantenernos al día con nuestros mayores gastos operativos y nuestra Evaluación Diocesana mensual de Discipulado Misionero Avanzado (AMD) de $12,213.89, junto con grandes proyectos de mantenimiento, se necesitaría un aumento de 15% en la Colecta de diezmos y ofrendas para mantener una posición financiera saludable para nuestra Parroquia.
            El Buen Dios ciertamente está bendiciendo nuestra Parroquia en todos los sentidos y que continúe bendiciendo a usted y a su familia mientras trabajamos juntos.
            “…cada uno según sus capacidades”.                                  

Atentamente,
P. Wertín

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Behold the Lamb of God
A New Session with the
Lay Dominicans
(Based on the book by Dr. Edward Sri)
Hosted by St. Joseph’s Parish



If you enjoyed the Biblical Walk Through the Mass session a few months ago with the Lay Dominicans, don’t miss Behold the Lamb God.  Together we will explore:

Why the Eucharist is called the “source and summit” of Christian Life
When and how Jesus instituted it
Explore the Eucharist as Holy Sacrifice, Real Presence, and Holy Communion
Leave with some practical steps to grow in devotion to Jesus in the Eucharist

Saturday, December 9^th
1:00 - 3:00 in the Parish Hall

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!
 

We are in need of volunteers to help with the live stream and the TV screens for our weekend Masses - especially for the Sunday 11:30 am Spanish Mass.  Please contact Belle in the parish office (243-0209) if you can help.  

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Catechists Needed

Our Faith Formation classes are beginning and we need classroom Helpers and Catechists.  Please share your time with the children, the parish and with Jesus by calling Teresa Gill at the parish office!

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2^nd Collection –
for the Parish Hall Building Loan Fund

 A BIG Thank You to all the parishioners who donated to the recent 2^nd Collection for the Parish Hall Building Loan Fund.  Due to your generosity the debt is slowly but surely declining.  The balance now stands at $83,199.74.  Hopefully we can pay it off fully in 2024.  We humbly ask that you continue to support our efforts to retire the loan. 

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The Story of Salvation:  an ongoing Bible study for the Grand Valley

 
The goal of the class is to examine the entire Book of Genesis for its unmistakable Catholic nature.  The course will be taught by St. Joseph parishioner Pat Gabriel.  Pat holds a PhD in Systematic Theology and taught this course, among many others, for five years at the Denver Catholic Biblical School.
 
The class will meet from 6:00 – 8:00 PM on Thursday evenings beginning 11/2/23 through 2/29/24 (with breaks for holidays) in the Community Room of the St. Joseph parish office building, 230 N. 3rd St.  Themes will include:  Blessing, Food as Eucharist, right relationship, struggle, Liturgy, redemption, God as Trinity and more. 

Texts for the course:  New American Bible, Catholic Edition; Catechism of the Catholic Church; ‘A Father Who Keeps His Promises’ by Scott Hahn. 

The cost for the course is $25.00 to cover the cost of the Scott Hahn book. 

Any adult who is interested may take this course, even if they are not parishioners of St. Joseph.

Please call the St. Joseph parish office (243-0209) to register. 

 


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“Healing (one on one): understanding, listen, love, action”

Our Parish is implementing “the next step” that has resulted from the Diocesan Eucharistic Congress. It is called, “Healing (one on one): understanding, listen, love, action.” In this case, “Healing” involves Parishioners who are willing to be “companions” who will be “understanding, listen, love, action.”

Anyone who feels that they need support along the lines of prayer, or just need someone to talk to, can call the Parish Office 970-243-0209 and they will be connected with a “companion.”

If you feel called to be one of the “companions” also call the Parish Office 970-243-0209 and let us know that you are willing to “understand, listen, love, action” with those who call in for support.

“Sanación (uno a uno): comprensión, escucha, amor, acción”

Nuestra Parroquia está implementando “el siguiente paso” que resultó del Congreso Eucarístico Diocesano. Se llama “Sanación (uno a uno): comprensión, escucha, amor, acción”. En este caso, la “sanación” involucra a feligreses que están dispuestos a ser “compañeros” que “comprenderán, escucharán, amarán y actuarán”.

Cualquiera que sienta que necesita apoyo en la línea de oración, o simplemente necesita alguien con quien platicar, puede llamar a la Oficina Parroquial al 970-243-0209 y se le conectará con un “compañero”.

Si se siente llamado a ser uno de los “compañeros”, llame también a la Oficina Parroquial al 970-243-0209 y háganos saber que está dispuesto a “comprender, escuchar, amar y actuar” con quienes piden apoyo.

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SOUP KITCHEN

The food collection for the Soup Kitchen at St. Joseph is the 1st Sunday of every month.  Our gifts help feed those who are hungry in our Valley. 
 

Please note:  If you miss the first Sunday food collection, please drop off your donation directly to Catholic Outreach.  Also, please don’t donate any food that needs refrigeration.  We want to avoid ‘spoiled’ food in the donations. Thanks!
 

Sr. Karen Bland, OSB, Director   (970) 241-3658

 

COMEDOR DE BENEFICENCIA

La colecta de alimentos para el comedor de beneficencia en St. Joseph es el primer domingo de cada mes. Nuestras donaciones ayudan a alimentar a quienes tienen hambre en nuestro Valle.

Tenga en cuenta: si se pierde la primera colecta de alimentos del domingo, deje su donación directamente en Catholic Outreach. Además, no done ningún alimento que necesite refrigeración. Queremos evitar alimentos ‘estropeados’ en las donaciones. ¡Gracias!

Sr. Karen Bland, OSB, Director   (970) 241-3658


 

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Knights of Columbus December monthly meeting on Thursday, 12/14/23 in the parish hall   Rosary at 6:30 pm followed by meeting at 7:00 pm.

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K of C 2nd Sunday Breakfast– Dec. 10
 

The Knights of Columbus Council #1062 will hold their 2nd Sunday Breakfast in the Parish Hall from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM on Sunday, 12/10/23.  Cost is $12 and $10 for Seniors. 
 
El Consejo de los Caballeros de Colón #1062 celebrará su segundo desayuno dominical en el Salón Parroquial de 8:00 a.m. hasta las 11:30 a.m. el domingo, 12/10/23.  El costo es de $12 y $10 para las personas mayores.  

 

 

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The Lay Dominicans will host a series of lectio divina (meditations) on the first three Monday evenings of each month from 6:00 – 7:00 pm in the Church NARTHEX running through 4/29/24. (The 4^th Monday will have Eucharistic Adoration at that time.)  This will be open to all parishioners.

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Catholic Counseling

Are you seeking counseling from a Catholic perspective?  Angelle Schott, LSW, SWC provides English-speaking telehealth counseling throughout the State of Colorado, as well as in-person counseling from her office in Castle Rock, CO. 

Visit her website at:  Accendocounseling.com   OR call:  1-720-770-2741.

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Prayers to end Abortion

VICTORY!

Through the intercession of Our Blessed Mother we can now announce that the Women's Clinic off 8^th Ave. is no longer performing abortions! They have merged with St. Mary's Hospital. Count one battle won, but the war is still on against the innocent baby in the womb. We are now praying the Rosary every Wednesday at 10 am in front of St. Joseph's Church facing Grand Ave.

Come and join us!  Questions: call Patti Brown 970-241-6266

VICTORIA! 

Por intercesión de Nuestra Bendita Madre ahora podemos anunciar que la Clínica de Mujeres de 8th Avenue ¡Ya no realiza abortos! Se han fusionado con el Hospital de St. Mary. Es una batalla ganada, pero la guerra sigue contra el bebé inocente en el vientre. Ahora estamos rezando el Rosario todos los miércoles a las 10 de la mañana frente a la Iglesia de St. Joseph frente a Grand Ave.

¡Venga y únase a nosotros!  Preguntas: llame a Patti Brown 970-241-6266
 

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Hospitality Ministers Needed

Please call the Office to register to help!  Ask Jesus if you are being called to be a committed Hospitality Minister!  We actually need to schedule Hospitality Ministers for all the Masses:  4:30 p.m., 730 a.m., 9:30 a.m., and 11:30 a.m.  This is a perfect opportunity for families to be involved in our Parish, especially for those families who apply for the Holy Family Catholic School Parish Subsidy.  There will be a Hospitality Ministry Training Session coming soon!

Please call the Office to register to help!

Se necesitan Ministros de Hospitalidad

¡Por favor registrasen para ayudar llamando a la Oficina!  ¿Pregúntale a Jesús, me estás llamando para comprometerme hacer Ministro de Hospitalidad?  Nosotros necesitamos Ministros de Hospitalidad para todas las Misas:  4:30 p.m., 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m., and 11:30 a.m.  Esta es una perfecta oportunidad para que las familias estén mas involucradas en nuestra Parroquia, especialmente para esas familias que aplican por la subvención de la escuela Católica de Holy Family.  ¡Habrá una sesión de entrenamiento para los Ministros de Hospitalidad pronto!

¡Por favor registrasen para ayudar llamando a la Oficina!

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Senior Resources

Seniors often face unique challenges when it comes to finding appropriate care and housing. Ensuring that they have access to adequate support, services, and living arrangements is crucial for their well-being and overall quality of life. Following are a few valuable articles from Caring.com that would be helpful to the St. Joseph parishioners as they provide further support for seniors and their families seeking guidance on various care options.

• https://www.caring.com/senior-living/assisted-living/
• https://www.caring.com/senior-living/memory-care-facilities/
• https://www.caring.com/senior-care/in-home-care/
• https://www.caring.com/caregivers/

https://www.senioradvice.com/articles
 

This resource link contains a compilation of tools and guides, including hundreds of expert-reviewed articles to carry out our mission of providing seniors and their caregivers with trustworthy, expert information.

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 BINGO

Knights of Columbus #1062 BINGO resumes the schedule of the 2^nd and 4^th Fridays of each month.  Sales of bingo packets begin at 6:00 PM in the Parish Hall, with BINGO starting at 6:30 PM.  Packets are $10 each.  Light refreshments will also be served.


Caballeros de Colón #1062 programa BINGO reanuda el horario del segundo y cuarto viernes de cada mes. Las ventas de los boletos para el bingo comienzan a las 6:00 PM en el Salón Parroquial, con BINGO a partir de las 6:30 PM.  Los paquetes de bingo cuestan $10 cada uno. También se servirán refrigerios ligeros.

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Second Collection/Segunda colección

There will be a second collection taken up at all the Masses the weekend of 12/9/23—12/10/23 for the Support for Retired Religious. Thank you for your generosity. 

Habrá una segunda colecta en todas las misas el fin de semana del 12/9/23-12/10/23, para Support for Retired Religious. Gracias por su generosidad. 

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Ladies Auxiliary Bake Sale
 

The Ladies Auxiliary of the Knights of Columbus Council #1062 will be hosting our final bake sale of 2023 on Dec 9/10.   All are welcome to bring baked goods and/or casseroles to be sold after the 4:30, 7:30 and 9:30 masses.  There will also be a gift basket or two available for holiday gifting.   All proceeds will go toward the parish building debt.   Thank you for your continued support. Merry Christmas!

Las Damas Auxiliares del Consejo #1062 de Caballeros de Colón organizarán nuestra venta final de pasteles de 2023 el 9 y 10 de diciembre. Todos pueden traer productos horneados y/o guisos para venderlos después de las misas de las 4:30, 7:30 y 9:30. También habrá una o dos canastas de regalo disponibles para regalar en las fiestas. Todos los ingresos se destinarán a la deuda del edificio parroquial. Gracias por su continuo apoyo. ¡Feliz navidad!

Gift basket that will be available
at the Ladies Aux. Bake Sale.

The basket includes:
$25 Main Street Bagels gift card
2 poinsettia hand kitchen towels
Christmas candy dish with a few Dove dark chocolates
Gold Canyon Macintosh Apple Scented Candle
Orange Mango Green Tea 
2 Christmas mugs
Saint book, in English and Spanish

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Ladies Auxiliary Calendar

Exciting news!! Celebrating 140 years as a parish and 30 years in our new church-The Ladies Auxiliary of the Knights of Columbus Council #1062, will have parish 2024 8.5x11 wall calendars in English and Spanish versions available starting November 18th.    The calendars have beautiful pictures of the parish surroundings, events, and parishioners. It includes dates of the Ladies and Knights events and has a list and information about the various prayer groups and ministries that are active in the parish. You can also learn about the parish history, our priests and our seminarians.  All this, for a suggested donation of $15. Get yours now while the supply lasts!!

¡¡Noticias emocionantes!! Celebrando 140 años como parroquia y 30 años en nuestra nueva iglesia, el Consejo #1062 de Damas Auxiliares de Caballeros de Colón, tendrá calendarios de pared parroquiales 2024 de 8.5x11 en versiones en inglés y español disponibles a partir del 18 de noviembre. Los calendarios tienen hermosas fotografías de los alrededores, eventos y feligreses de la parroquia. Incluye fechas de los eventos de Damas y Caballeros y tiene una lista e información sobre los diversos grupos de oración y ministerios que están activos en la parroquia. También podrá conocer la historia parroquial, nuestros sacerdotes y nuestros seminaristas. Todo esto, por una donación sugerida de $15. ¡¡Consigue el tuyo ahora mientras dure stock!!

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Unique volunteering opportunity

Catholic Outreach is looking for volunteers to share the love of reading with children, through their Book-in-Hand program. When kids come into the Center with their parents, we help them choose a book of their very own to keep, and then read books with them while their parents are accessing services. You would be volunteering one or more days a week from 9-noon. 

Please call Ellen at Catholic Outreach at 970-241-3658 if you are willing to help. Thank you!

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Commemorative Bricks
 

God expects us to use the gifts He gave us (our time, talents and treasure) for His greater glory.  You can help St. Jopseh parish retire its building loan by purchasing a brick from the old Parish Hall.  Bricks are available to be engraved for individuals and families “in memory of” as a commemoration of a loved one or as a memento.

Contact the parish office for an informational flyer and an order form Be a part of St. Joseph ’s past and future with a commemorative brick. 

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Dios espera que usemos los dones que nos dio (nuestro tiemo, talentos y tesoros) para su mayor Gloria.  Puede ayudar a la parroquia San José a retirar su préstamo de construcción comprando un ladrillo del antiguo Salón Parroquial.  Los ladrillos están disponibles para ser grabados para individuos y familias, “en memoria de” como conmemoración de un ser querido o como recuerdo.

Comuníquese con la oficina parroquial para obtener un volante informative y un formulario de pedido.  Sea parte del pasado y el future de San José con un ladrillo conmemorativo. 

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Children's Liturgy will resume
at the Sunday 9:30 am Mass starting 11/12/23.

 

 
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Coffee and Donuts will resume after the 7:30 am and the 9:30 am Masses.  This event will take place every other Sunday. See the schedule in the bulletin.

Café y Donuts se reanudará y seré después de las Celebraciones Eucarísticas de 7:30 am y las 9:30 am.  Este evento tendrá lugar cada dos domingos de cada mes. Ver el calendario en el boletín.

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Platicas de Bautismo

La próxima platica de bautismo es el viernes, 15 de diciembre 2023 @ 4:30 p.m.  Preguntas favor de comunicarse con Margarito Betancourt a la Oficina Parroquial 970-243-0209.  Gracias.


 

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The Coats for Kids program has been started for the winter season by the Knights of Columbus.  Now through January 28th, the Knights will be collecting girls, boys, and adult coats to help families and children of all ages struggling to make ends meet.  The collection box is located in the Church Narthex.  Please participate by donating new and/or slightly-used CLEAN coats of all sizes, from infant to all ages. Many adult sizes are also needed. Thanks!

Caballeros de Colón inició el programa Abrigos para niños para la temporada de invierno. Desde ahora hasta el 28 de enero, los Caballeros recolectarán abrigos para niñas, niños y adultos para ayudar a familias y niños de todas las edades que luchan por llegar a fin de mes. La caja de colecta se encuentra en el Nártex de la Iglesia. Participe donando abrigos CLEAN nuevos y/o ligeramente usados de todos los tamaños, desde bebés hasta todas las edades. También se necesitan muchas tallas para adultos. ¡Gracias!

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Attention All Independent Business Men and Women

St. Joseph Parishioners’ Business and Services Directory is coming and we want you to be a part of it.

Are you a St Joseph parishioner and own your business? Then we want you!  We are developing a listing of your businesses for distribution throughout our parish.  All we need from you is your business information – name, phone number, email, website, address, etc. – whatever is appropriate in order for your services to be contacted.  All this at no cost to you!

We will have tables for sign up or you can drop off your business card after all masses beginning the weekend of November 11 - 12 through Dec. 9 - 10.  You can also contact Jo Ann Hargis at jnorlin@earthlink.net or 210-860-9245 or Paz Rameriz at 970-234-4180.  Spread the word.  All parishioner businesses are welcome to participate.

Atención a todos los hombres y mujeres de negocios independientes

El Directorio de negocios y servicios de los feligreses de San José estará disponible pronto y queremos que usted sea parte de él.  ¿Es usted feligrés de San José y es dueño de su negocio? ¡Entonces queda invitado!

Estamos desarrollando una lista de sus negocios para distribuirlos en toda nuestra parroquia. Todo lo que necesitamos de usted es la información de su negocio (nombre, número de teléfono, correo electrónico, sitio web, dirección, etc.), lo que sea apropiado para que podamos contactar con sus servicios. ¡Todo esto sin coste alguno para usted!

Tendremos mesas para registrarse después de todas las misas ,

el fin de semana del 11 al 12 de noviembre al 9 y 10 de diciembre o puede dejarnos su tarjeta de negocio. También puede comunicarse con Jo Ann Hargis en jnorlin@earthlink.net o 210-860-9245 o con Paz Rameriz al 970-234-4180.  Corren la voz. Todos los negocios de los feligreses son bienvenidos a participar.

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BLESSED MARY MOTHER OF DOMINIC FRATERNITY
Did you know?                                                                                         

Do you know why we cross our forehead, lips, and heart before the reading of the Gospel?
We cross our forehead so that the Word of God may always be in our thoughts and purify our minds.
We cross our lips so that our words will be Holy, and we will go out and share the Gospel with others.
We cross our heart and invite God to strengthen our love for him and our neighbors.
We do all this so that we will come to know, love, and proclaim Jesus and the Gospel.
So, what is the history of this ancient practice? Well, it all started with the Benedictine Monk Remigius of Auxerre (Died C. 908), who wrote that the Deacon signed his forehead and heart while the congregation signed their foreheads before the gospel reading.
Later Pope Innocent in the 11^th century declared that the Priest or Deacon would make the sign of the cross on the Bible passage and the congregation together would sign themselves with the cross on their forehead, lips, and heart.

Ms. C. A. Riley, OP
07-14-2023

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Birthright

Birthright is located at 253 White Avenue.  If you are interested in sending any monetary donations, please send them to   P. O. Box 1984, Grand Junction, CO  81502.  All donations are greatly appreciated.  God Bless You!

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