01/18/18 - Due to the reported winter weather coming our way, if the storm hits us causing excessive snow, cold or winds, we will place the Blessed Sacrament in repose. This could happen as soon as this evening and would continue until 9am Monday morning. Please know that whatever the weather, if you are uncomfortable traveling do not make the journey. If you are able to travel, you are still welcome to use the chapel for prayer.
Interfaith Action’s bi-monthly meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 22nd at 6:30 pm hosted by the First Presbyterian Church located at 475 Green Avenue, Benton Harbor. This will be an exciting meeting as a representative from the SW Planning Commission reports on the polluted waters of the Ox Creek, one of the most polluted bodies of water in Michigan and one of priority areas of the Great Waters Working Group. Each of the five working groups of Interfaith Action will provide an update on their plans for 2019—and details on Interfaith Action’s winter/spring educational series on immigration will be presented. It’s a new year - get into ACTION!
The U.S. Bishops invite you to join this multi-faceted novena for the respect and protection of every human life. Each day, a different intention is accompanied by a short reflection, suggested actions and related information. To join, download the app or subscribe to the emails at www.9daysforlife.com (available in English and Spanish) or sign up for the daily text messages by texting 9DAYS to 55000 to receive the novena in English or 9DIAS to 55000 to receive the novena in Spanish.
We thank everyone who helped make our Churches look so beautiful for the Christmas Season. As always, Crystal Springs Florists provided the wonderful poinsettias and wreathes. They were arranged downtown with the help of Mary Dudding, Mike and Beth Hall, Mike Payne, Roger Meier, Karen Scrima, Fr. Jeff Hanley and the Golob Family. At south we had help from Earl and Claudette Becher, Margaret Hogeboom, Camille Sandel, Sue Hardy, and Doug Wegscheid. An additional thank you goes out to all who helped at South by bringing in and setting up the trees on Sunday evening. It was helpful to have them ready to decorate. We hope to see as many, if not more, when we decorate for Easter. Your help is always appreciated.
The Holidays are over and so you may find your returnable cans piled up. No need to worry! Get rid of your cans and help the youth of our parish. The youth will collect your cans before and after all Masses in the New Year. Watch the bulletin for the upcoming collection dates. We will offer some pick-up times for local homes, if you can not bring your cans with you. For more information or questions please email Chad at 4Churchesym@gmail.com. Thank you for supporting our youth!
Please join the Cursillo group as they are hosting an event. The Ultreya will offer the following; Prayer, Song, Snacks, Witness Talk, Small Group Reunions, Spiritual Direction, Eucharistic Adoration in the Chapel Tues., Jan. 15, 6:30—8:30 pm in the Rose Center.
Please bring any of the following items: Canned Fruit, Tuna, Noodles, or other Canned Vegetables. If you prefer, a financial donation is always welcomed! Thank you kindly, from the Catholic Community Center.
Father Bob, Father Arul, Father Emmanuel, Father Bondy, Deacon Mike and the parish staff wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year! We are truly blessed to be a part of St. Joseph Parish.
The Holidays are fast approaching and so you may find your returnable cans piling up. No need to worry! Get rid of your cans and help the youth of our parish. The youth will collect your cans before and after all Masses in the New Year. Watch the bulletin for the upcoming collection dates. We will offer some pick-up times for local homes, if you can not bring your cans with you. For more information or questions please email Chad at 4Churchesym@gmail.com. Thank you for supporting our youth!
The retreat is on March 16-17, 2019 at Indian Lake Nazarene Camp (8258 Victory St., Vicksburg, MI 49097). Our facilitators are Madeline Haydon, Michelle Moynihan, and Nicole Kegley, all three who serve at their respective parish as Echo Apprentices. The retreat begins at 9:00 am on Saturday, March 16th and concludes at 11:30 am on Sunday, March 17th. There are two options available when you register—one is with an overnight stay and the second is for those who would like to commute. The cost structure is as follows (please note all rooms have two queen beds): Single Occupancy: $120, Double Occupancy: $80, Triple Occupancy: $65, Quadruple Occupancy: $60, Commuter Rate: $40. Deadline for these prices is March 1st. After that there is an additional $20 added on and rooms will be given on a first come, first serve basis. All registrations are due by March 8th. To register, please visit https://IMDisciple.com/retreats. For more information, please contact Tim McNamara at tmcnamara@diokzoo.org.
Come and enjoy a wonderful breakfast today, Sunday, December 16th, after all Masses, in the Cafeteria at Lake Michigan Catholic Middle and High School! The Knights and Columbus will be serving bacon, sausage, eggs, and pancakes. A free-will offering will be taken up for Birthright! For Information Contact: John Monteiro at 317-908-5165 or jnmonteiro@yahoo.com
The office will be closed on Dec. 24, 25, 26, 31, & Jan. 1st & 2nd The office will be open on Dec. 27th & 28th The office will reopen Thursday, Jan. 3rd. If there is a Sacramental Emergency only, please call the emergency phone number at 269-983-1575 ext. 8. Please leave a message and someone will get back to you.
12th Net Team Hosting An Our Lady of Guadalupe Party & Activities—Rose Center, 3:00 pm 12th DOK Confirmation Topic #8—Rose Center, 6:30 pm 13th/14th NET Team 14 Leaves for St. Paul —Break & Training 19th MS YG Christmas Party —Rose Center, 6:00 pm