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Please help St. Joseph Church fund our
Parking Lot & Driveway Paving Project
DONATE NOW
For more information on Giving Tuesday, click here.
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Advanced Giving Days
12:00 am Monday, November 16
through
11:59 pm Monday, November 30
Giving Tuesday, December 1
12:00 am to 11:59 pm
For donations under $25.00 or
for help with your donation
(cash, check or credit),
contact the Parish Office
at 330-274-2253 or download
the Donation Card Flyer.
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Pope Names New BishopFor Diocese of Youngstown
Pope Francis has named Reverend David J. Bonnar of the Diocese of Pittsburgh as the 6th Bishop of Youngstown. This appointment was publicized in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday, November 17, by Archbishop Christophe Pierre, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States.Bishop-elect Bonnar was born in Pittsburgh and ordained to the priesthood on July 23, 1988. He is presently pastor of St. Aidan Parish, Wexford, PA. Bishop-elect Bonnar’s episcopal Ordination will take place on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at the Cathedral of St. Columba at 2:00 p.m.
Members of the media were invited to attend a Press Conference Tuesday, November 17, at 11:00 a.m. in St. Columba Parish Hall. Bishop-elect Bonnar then celebrated the 12:10 p.m. Mass at St. Columba Cathedral. Follow the links to learn more about the newly appointed Bishop of the Diocese of Youngstown.
Prayer for A Bishop
Lord our God, you have chosen
your servant Reverend David Bonnar
to be a shepherd of your flock
in the tradition of the apostles.
Give him a spirit of courage
and right judgement,
a spirit of knowledge and love.
By governing with fidelity
those entrusted to his care
may he build your Church
as a sign of salvation for the world.
We ask this through
Our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you
and the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.
Amen.
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Msgr. Robert Siffrin
Interim Head of Diocese
We remember in our prayers Rev. Monsignor Robert J. Siffrin, who continues to lead our diocese during this interim period. May God continue to strengthen and bless him.
A Catholic Diocese of Youngstown panel of priests elected him to the role of diocesan administrator soon after the death of Bishop Murry, who died after a years-long battle with leukemia. Siffrin, who is also administrator of St. Edward Parish in Youngstown, served under Bishop Murry as Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia.
Dec. 28, 1948 - Jun. 5, 2020
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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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November 17
Like everything else this year, our Giving Tree will look a bit different. Catholic Charities is asking for gift cards (there will be no tags to take). Any amount is appreciated, but they suggest $25.00 for Wal-Mart or Giant Eagle, their most popular requests. To participate, simply place the gift card donations in the gift wrapped box under our Giving Tree in the Narthex by November 29.Read More -
November 16
In light of Portage County's recently issued stay-at-home advisory, we will be cancelling all in-person activities for PSR until December 18th. That includes in-person classes on December 6th and 13th. We'll keep you posted about any changes or developments as they occur. We will continue updating PSR class materials so that home study can continue uninterrupted. (Please Note: 11/29/20 Bulletin was not able to be updated with this news before printing/publishing due to early deadlines)Read More -
November 16
We’re excited to announce that we are participating in #iGiveCatholic on #GivingTuesday, our nation’s first-ever Catholic day of giving! This year it will be December 1 from 12:00 AM to 11:59 PM. If that date doesn’t work, there is an Advanced Giving Day phase for donations beginning at 12:00 AM on Monday, November 16, running through November 30 at 11:59 PM. Your generous support makes a meaningful difference to St. Joseph’s good works and help to keep our beautiful grounds in good shape for the future through our Paving Project. If any individual, group, organization, or business would like to participate as a matching donor or a challenge donor, please contact Kathi Trares at the Parish Office ASAP (ktrares@stjosephmantua.com or 330-274-2253).Read More -
November 15
Are you looking for a great stocking stuffer or Christmas gift? St. Joe's Lottery Raffle Fundraiser follows the Ohio 3-Digit Lottery both the midday and evening drawings. Tickets are $5.00 each, good for the entire month for both daily drawings, and you may purchase the same number for the entire year. Winning tickets are worth $50.00 (payouts mailed weekly). Proceeds help with our church improvements. For tickets or more information, please call or text Deb Kruis (330-221-0272) or Mary Ann Feddor (330-842-0505). If you provide your name, address, phone number and ticket # you'd like to purchase, arrangements can be made to pull those tickets for you and get them to you.Read More -
October 21
We are in need of someone to keep our sidewalks clear of snow and ice. If you’re interested in learning more about this paid position ($12.00/hour), please contact the Parish Office (330-274-2253).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.
The Easter Duty obligation is extended for a period of
one year from the end of the Easter Season 2020.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.
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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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Today's Readings
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Reading 1 RV 20:1-4, 11—21:2Responsorial Psalm PS 84:3, 4, 5-6A AND 8AGospel LK 21:29-33
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