Pastoral Ministries

Bereavement Ministry

The Bereavement Ministry addresses the needs of those who have suffered a loss.  There are a team of bereavement ministers who assist at the funeral and can help get useful information and resources to those in need.  They also assist in coordinating the Annual Mass of Remembrance.

Blessed is She 

This women's ministry meets at 7pm the 2nd Wednesday of each month during the school year.  Open to all Catholic women seeking a closer relationship to Jesus and a sisterhood of support in our community of faith.  Evenings consist of a bible passage, devotional, small group discussion and opportunity for Eucharistic Adoration and Praise & Worship time.  Learn more here.

Funeral Luncheon Ministry

The Funeral Luncheon ministry provides a funeral luncheon reception for the family and relatives of a deceased person whose service is held at St. Joseph's.

Human Concerns  

The Human Concerns ministry aids our parish in fulfilling the social justice dimension of Scripture and our Church tradition.  Members are called to identify the needs for social justice in the parish and wider community, responding by developing the resources and programs to address these needs through direct service, education and social actions.  

Prayer Shawl Ministry

The Prayer Shawl Ministry meets once per month to knit shawls to give to those who are in need of prayer, encouragement, and comfort.