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Welcome to The Parish Community of St. Joseph's website. As you get acquainted to our parish, it is our hope that you will take advantage of the many activities that happen throughout the year. You will find the people of St. Joseph to be very welcoming and inviting.
The parish, since its inception in 1864, has been blessed with enthusiastic, dedicated, and faith-filled people committed to the Gospel message of Jesus Christ.
As of August 15, 2019, St. Joseph Church became a collaborative unit with St. Ambrose Church in Garrettsville and St. Michael Church in Windham with our pastor serving for all three. Each parish will remain its own entity with staffs, programs, ministries, and organizations. St. Michael's is designated an oratory (just open for feast day celebrations, weddings, funeral, and other prayer opportunities - at this time no activities are being held). Per diocesan regulations, Masses will be adjusted so that the pastor is limited to three regularly scheduled weekend Masses.
Mass schedule adjusted during COVID-19 Pandemic
Beginning September 5th, St. Joseph Church will have Masses at 5:00 p.m. Saturday & 9:00 a.m. Sunday (St. Ambrose Church will have a 11:00 a.m. Sunday Mass). Weekday Mass will be at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday (8:00 a.m. on Friday for St. Ambrose). Safe distancing and proper safe environment protocols will be in place. Please keep Fr. Ed and these parishes in your prayers during this difficult time.We, the Parish Community of St. Joseph Catholic Church
are a welcoming family of believers who:
are committed to our Baptismal call
to Discipleship in Jesus Christ,
witness the gospel,
and further the Kingdom through
our ministry and worship
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What's Happening . . .
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October 22
Our first PSR Family Mass is on Sunday, October 25th at 1:00 p.m. The Mass is for PSR students and families. All safety protocols will be observed. So, please wear masks and be prepared to observe social distancing. If you don't have a mask, one will be provided for you. All PSR families are expected to attend. All PSR students are asked to bring your First Step for Change baby bottles or other Baby Drive donations (diapers, wipes, baby formula) for the offertory. Students in our Confirmation Class will be receiving a Bible for your studies this year. The Bibles will be blessed during this Mass.Read More -
October 22
St. Joseph parishioner and long time Mantua-area resident, Betty Kwasny, 91 years of age, passed away Wednesday March 4, 2020 at Casa de la Luz Hospice, Tucson, Arizona. There will be a Memorial Mass for Betty on Saturday, October 24th, at 11:00 a.m. at the church. Safe distancing and proper safe environment protocols will be in place. Family members will be present to welcome her friends and fellow parishioners. May our Lord comfort this family in their time of mourning as Betty experiences the everlasting life which Jesus promised. https://www.record-courier.com/obit.../20200315-betty-kwasnyRead More -
October 21
Thank you to everyone who has so generously responded to the needs of our brothers and sisters served throughout our county and diocese by the Annual Bishop’s Appeal for Charity and Church. The appeal also makes a variety of ministries in the diocese possible. Even with the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, our parish has generously achieved 36% participation towards our goal of 100% participation with 177 of our parish households contributing $34,003.00 (as of October 21st). There are three ways in which you can participate: PRAY for the success of the Annual Bishop’s Appeal; DONATE to the Appeal; VOLUNTEER your time and talents to any of the ministries of the Church. For more information, please visit www.ccdoy.org/give/bishops-appeal.Read More -
October 16
Joann Holka and family invite parishioners and friends to a Memorial Mass for her son, Tim Holka, on Saturday, October 31, at 11:00 a.m. Tim passed away May 11th at the age of 58. Condolences and special memories can be shared with the family online at https://www.heritagecremationsociety.com/obituaries/timothy-holka/Read More -
October 16
Our “Book of Life” is in the Narthex throughout the month of October for you to add the names of loved ones who have passed away. All deceased of the parish and our families will be remembered throughout the month of November at our celebrations. On the weekend of Oct. 31/Nov. 1, when the Feast of All Saints will be celebrated, there will be a special remembrance in the bulletin of those who have passed away in the past year. On All Souls' Day, Mon., Nov. 2, there will be a simple 8:00 a.m. Mass for the Faithful Departed (St. Ambrose in Garrettsville will have a 7:00 p.m. Mass).Read More
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St. Joseph Parish & COVID-19 PandemicMasses are currently being held at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesdays, 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays, and 9:00 a.m. on Sundays (September to date schedule). No other large gatherings will be permitted on the premises until further notice (PSR groups and blood drives are being held). Small outside gatherings with appropriate measures are permitted (groups are asked to keep the parish office staff informed). The Parish Office is open with limited hours (please call ahead). All recommended precautions concerning social distancing, wearing of masks, and sanitizing are being taken.
DISPENSATION FROM THE OBLIGATION TO ATTEND SUNDAY MASS
The Catholic faithful who reside in the Diocese of Youngstown and all other Catholics
in the diocese and especially those who are sick, or at high risk of becoming sick
continue to be dispensed from their Sunday obligation until further notice.
Understanding the desire of many to return to church, it remains important for those who are at greater risk to refrain from returning until such time they feel comfortable and confident to do so. Those who are symptomatic or who have been exposed to another with the virus within 14 days should not attend Mass in accordance with national, state and local health directives. Those over 60 years of age and those who are vulnerable as a result of illness (including people who have chronic lung disease or moderate to severe asthma, serious heart conditions, comprised immune system, severe obesity, diabetes, chronic kidney or liver disease) should be extra diligent in practicing precautions like frequent hand washing, social distancing, regularly cleaning surfaces, and staying home.
Parishioners are encouraged to continue viewing Mass online or TV if not attending in person. For more information and links about the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the church, please click here.
ACT OF SPIRITUAL COMMUNION
My Jesus,
I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament.
I love You above all things,
and I desire to receive You into my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment
receive You sacramentally,
come at least spiritually into my heart.
I embrace You as if You
were already there
and unite myself wholly to You.
Never permit me to be
separated from You. Amen.
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Prayerfully Remembering Bishop George V. Murry, S.J.
Dec. 28, 1948 - Jun. 5, 2020PRAYER FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF
A NEW BISHOP OF YOUNGSTOWN
Alighty God,
eternal shepherd and guide,
in your love for us,
grant to the Diocese of Youngstown
a shepherd who will lead us
to be Christ's heart of mercy,
voice of hope, and hands of justice.
Help him to fill our minds and hearts
with the truth of the Gospel,
the power of the sacraments
and the desire to build up
your holy Church.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
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Msgr. Robert Siffrin Appointed Interim Head of Diocese
A Catholic Diocese of Youngstown panel of priests has elected Very Rev. Msgr. Robert J. Siffrin to the role of diocesan administrator. He will oversee the jurisdiction until the Vatican names a permanent successor for the late Bishop George V. Murry, who died after a years-long battle with leukemia. A new Youngstown bishop likely won’t be named for at least a year. Siffrin, who is also administrator of St. Edward Parish in Youngstown, served under Bishop Murry as Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia.
We remember in our prayers Monsignor Robert J. Siffrin, who continues to lead our diocese during this interim period. May God continue to strengthen and bless him.
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Today's Readings
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Reading 1 Eph 4:1-6Responsorial Psalm 24:1-2, 3-4ab, 5-6Gospel LK 12:54-59
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