Installation Mass of Monsignor Michael R. Billian as Pastor of Saint Joseph Parish Come celebrate with us! Monsignor Michael Billian’s Installation Mass, as our new Pastor, will be held on Sunday, August 19th at 9:30 a.m. Bishop Daniel Thomas will preside at this liturgy and we’ll have a reception following the Mass on the south lawn of our Church. Light refreshments will be provided and it will serve as an opportunity to meet-and-greet Bishop Thomas, Monsignor Billian, and fellow parishioners. In the event of rain, we will move the reception to the West Campus Banquet Hall.
A L P H A Homecoming & Kickoff ALL are welcome!! Thursday, September 6th from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. East Campus Family Center Come and explore our Alpha program. We will enjoy pizza, fellowship and view “Is there more to Life Than This?” All Alpha alumni, please bring a friend! Call 419-885-5791 to RSVP. The Alpha program will be offered at two different sessions after this informational preview: Tuesday afternoons (lunch) from Noon to 2:00 p.m. (beginning September 11th) and continuing for 10 weeks OR Thursday evenings (dinner) from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (beginning September 13th) and continuing for 10 weeks. Testimonials: “Loved the program; it provided a new perspective and reminded me of the importance of being welcoming, kind and friendly to others: that I am part of a family.” Kathy Muneio “Very inspirational! Such a renewal of my faith relationship with Jesus.” Marcia Kasza.
Saint Joseph Weekday Mass Schedule Change Weekday Masses will start at 8:20 a.m. We are changing the Mass schedule to be consistent whether it is a school Mass in the main church or a weekday Mass in the Daily Mass Chapel. This change was effective on August 1, 2018. (The 6:45 a.m. Mass remains the same, in the Daily Mass Chapel.)
JOSEPH’S MEALS Saturday and Sunday, August 11th and 12th This is the sign-up weekend for anyone interested in helping with our monthly parish food donation to the Helping Hands of Saint Louis Soup Kitchen. Tables will be in the back and front of the church with lists of various items that are needed. Please sign up to make a pasta dish or to provide other foods or supplies. The drop-off point for these items will be on the East Campus, off Ravine Road, on Wednesday, August 15th, between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m. If you would like to help but can’t make this time frame, please contact Larry or Deb Gaster at 419-841- 3724. If you would like to contribute to this outreach program, please make your check payable to Saint Joseph Social Outreach.
Save the Date! Toledo Symphony Christmas Concert at Saint Joseph Church Wednesday, November 28, 2018
Interested in Mah-Jongg? We are exploring the idea of starting a Mah-Jongg group for experienced or those wanting to learn to play Mah-Jongg at Saint Joseph Parish. Our goal is to start in the fall. If interested, please call Pat Duncan at 419-754-4195 or email: punc@bex.net. Any questions? Please call. Thank you.
Today and Beyond An Ecumenical Bereavement Support Group: When we lose a loved one by death, we are wounded. Just as a wound does, we need to heal from within, to express our thoughts and feelings, even when they seem crazy. We need to recognize that “crazy is normal.” The group meets the second Tuesday of each month from 6:30-8:00 p.m. at Christ the King Church, the Parish Center Meeting Room. We welcome people from all walks of life. Contact Saint Joseph Representative Ed Ruszkiewicz with any questions at 419-345-1903.
