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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). Per diocesan regulations, Masses will be adjusted so that the pastor is limited to three regularly scheduled weekend Masses.
Beginning September 1st, St. Joseph Church will have Masses at 5:00 p.m. Saturday & 9:00 a.m. Sunday and St. Ambrose Church will have a 11:00 a.m. Sunday Mass. Weekday Mass will be at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday & Thursday for St. Joseph and Wednesday & Friday for St. Ambrose. Please keep Fr. Ed and these parishes in your prayers during this time of transition.
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
Proud Home of a
Quality Festival
Since 1964
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What's Happening . . .
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February 25
Don’t miss the live drama of “The Passion of Jesus” coming to our parish on April 2, 3 & 4 at 7:00 p.m. in Hughes Hall. Presented realistically and graphically, starting with some miracles of Jesus and ending with His resurrection, this drama takes place throughout incredible scenery. After witnessing our Lord’s tremendous suffering and death, hopefully you will come away with a deeper feeling of more compassion and love for our Lord. Admission is free (donations kindly accepted). This is a must see! We ask that you please use discretion in bringing young children. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED . . . . . There is still plenty of time to be a part of this drama. Also, much help is need in both transporting the scenery on Saturday, March 14 & Saturday, April 4 (immediately following the performance), and in setting up March 16 through 28. If would like to get involved or need more information, please contact Rick Cermak (330-348-1518). Thank you.Read More -
February 24
Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are days of Fast and Abstinence - limit of one full meal and two smaller meals for persons 18 through 59 years of age; no meat for persons 14 years of age and older. All Fridays during Lent are days of Abstinence - no meat for persons 14 years of age and older. There is no obligation to fast during the weekdays of Lent. Will you give something up or add something more?Read More -
February 24
On Ash Wednesday, February 26th, Fr. Ed Stafford will preside at Masses at 8:00 a.m. at St. Ambrose in Garrettsville and 7:00 p.m. at St. Joseph's in Mantua. You are welcome to attend either service.Read More -
February 23
During the first four Wednesdays of Lent, March 4, 11, 18, 25, we will have the opportunity to encounter Jesus Christ, our Lord & Savior, who is always with us, fully present in the Eucharist. Beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the church and hosted by the Men of St. Joseph, these evenings will feature a short presentation on the Eucharist, given by a member of the parish. We will then spend some time in private reflection in front of the exposed sacrament and then move to an area for group sharing & discussion. Each week the presentation will provide a different perspective on the Eucharist. Please plan to attend all four sessions.Read More -
February 23
Stations of the Cross at St. Joseph will be held each Friday of Lent at 3:00 & 7:00 p.m. in church. Please come pray and reflect on our Lord's passion and its meaning for Catholics. All are welcome.Read More
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Today's Readings
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Reading 1 Jas 4:1-10Responsorial Psalm 55:7-8, 9-10a, 10b-11a, 23Gospel Mk 9:30-37
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