A Message from Our Pastor: Dear Friends, Each Christmas season, Saint Joseph Parish supports families with the Adopt-a-Family program. This program receives names from Heroes in Action, Sylvania Family Services, Harbor Behavioral, as well as our own parishioners.
The program ministers need assistance in identifying our own parish families that may need assistance from our program this Christmas Season.
If you know of a family that could benefit from this program, please contact Mrs. Laurie Neary, our Parish Nurse, at lneary@stjoesylvlania.org or 419- 885-5791, ext. 254. Thank you. In the Spirit of Saint Joseph, Rev. Monsignor Michael R. Billian, Pastor
World Mission Sunday, October 20/21, 2018 Today is World Mission Sunday. We celebrate this day by remembering the revitalizing mission at the heart of our Christian faith—to bring the Gospel to all! The collection today, for the Society for the Propagation of the Faith, ensures the work and service of the Mission Church as it supports priests, religious, and lay leaders who offer the Lord’s mercy and concrete help to the most vulnerable communities in the Pope’s missions. Thank you for your generosity. Envelopes are at the end of the pews.
All Souls’ Day Special Liturgy, Saturday, November 3, 2018, 4:30 p.m. All are invited to attend the All Souls’ Day Special Liturgy. This Mass honors all parishioners who have died, with a special remembrance of those parishioners who have died in the past year. Their names will be read and a candle will be lit in their memory.
Father Bacik to speak on “Bridging the Economic Divide” The Sylvania Franciscan Village is pleased to present a Father Jim Bacik Lecture on “Bridging the Economic Divide: Christian Perspectives” on Thursday, November 8 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. in the Franciscan Center, 6832 Convent Boulevard, in Sylvania. The latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows that the wealthiest Americans have benefi tted more from the recent economic recovery than average working families. In this lecture, Father Bacik will explore relevant themes in Catholic social teaching, indicating that greater wealth equality will benefi t the whole country. Tickets: $10.00 reserved; $15.00 at the door. For more information or to reserve tickets, contact Laurie Bertke at lbertke@sistersosf.org or 419-824-3515. Tickets may also be purchased online at www.sylvaniafranciscanvillage.org.
Project Rachel Hope and Healing Weekend: Friday-Sunday, November 16-18, 2018 – Continue the Journey. This weekend retreat is for women who have already begun the journey of healing from abortion and seek a deeper and closer relationship with God. The retreat begins Friday at 6:30 p.m. and ends Sunday at 1:00 p.m. at Our Lady of The Pines Retreat Center, 1250 Tiffin Street, Fremont, OH. Space is limited. Registration Fee: $150.00 ($170.00 after November 10) includes 2 nights individual room, all meals/snacks, and retreat materials. $50.00 deposit (to be sent in with registration form) /$100.00 remaining due by November 10. For more information and confidential reservations, contact Clarissa Lapinski, Catholic Charities Project Rachel Coordinator, at 1.888.456.HOPE; or email projectrachel@toledodiocese.org
STATEWIDE HOLY HOUR OF EXPOSITION FOR VOCATIONS Catholic parishes across the State of Ohio will be united as one voice in prayer for an increase in priestly and religious vocations. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2018 7:00 p.m.– 8:00 p.m. In the following parish churches in the Diocese of Toledo: Assumption, Holy Trinity with Bishop Thomas Toledo, Saint Adalbert Findlay, Saint Michael the Archangel Maumee, Saint Joseph New Cleveland, Holy Family New London, Our Lady of Lourdes Tiffin, Saint Joseph, & Mansfi eld, Saint Peter.
Lunch N’ Learn Program for All Parishioners and Guests The program begins with lunch at 11:30 a.m. with the speaker to follow. The program will be held in the East Campus Meeting Rooms. The cost is $5.00. A reservation form can be found at the bottom of this page, you can mail to or drop it off at the parish center. Or call Laurie to register at 419-885-5791. November 8, 2018 Topic: Anxiety and Depression Speaker: Sarah Berendt; BA Social Work; LISW.
“Little Carpenters” Saint Joseph Parish Play Group Mark your calendars for our fall session! This group is for kids 0-5 years old accompanied by a parent, guardian, grandparent or caregiver. All parishioners and friends of Saint Joseph Parish are welcome! There is no fee to participate. Wednesdays from 10:00-11:00 a.m. East Campus, Media Center Fall Session 10/24/18 Fire Safety 10/31/18 Halloween 11/7/18 Thanksgiving For questions or more information, contact Laurie Neary at lneary@stjoesylvania.org or 419-885-5791, ext 254. (T, W, Th) If you have a special gift or talent to share with the youngest members of our parish or would like to help plan the sessions, please contact Laurie
Coat and Blanket Collection Please save your gently used blankets and child-size coats for the collection drive by the Knights of Columbus and the Saint Vincent de Paul Society. We will be available to receive these items before and after every Mass the weekend of October 27th and 28th. Our collection truck will be in the church parking lot between the church and school. As you buy new coats for your school-age children, please consider donating your used coats to this very worthy cause. We look forward to seeing you and thank you for your support in advance!
Men’s Discernment Retreat with Father Philip A. Smith Director of the Office of Diocesan Priestly Vocations Saturday, October 27, 2018, 2:00 p.m., through Sunday, October 28, 2018, 2:00 p.m. For Catholic men, ages 18 to 30, who are open to considering a call to priesthood or religious life. Our Lady of the Pines Retreat Center, 1250 Tiffin Street, Fremont, Ohio For more information or to register, contact the Diocese of Toledo Office of Diocesan Priestly Vocations, psmith@ toledodiocese.org or 419-244-6711, ext. 4945.
On World Mission Sunday, October 21, 2018, Bishop Daniel E. Thomas will celebrate the 10:00 a.m. Liturgy at Our Lady, Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral. Parishioners of the many cultures represented in our diocese are invited to participate in their native garb as a living sign of our support of the Mission efforts. Please contact Sister Maria Lin Pacold, RSM, at 419-240-4920 or mlin@toledodiocese.org if you and/or your family would like to participate in the liturgy.
On Saturday, November 10, 2018 at the 4:30 p.m. Mass, Saint Joseph Parish will celebrate the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. The Sacrament of Anointing is the proper sacrament for those people whose health is impaired by chronic illness, age or a weakened condition. It is also for those people who are about to undergo tests or surgery. The reception of the sacrament is not only a privilege but also a sign of support and concern shown by the Christian community for its members who are ill. Pews and chairs will be reserved for those people who will be receiving the sacrament. When you arrive at church, please come to the front pews. If you are not able to come to church on your own, ask a family member, neighbor or friend to bring you. If you are unable to attend and would like to receive the sacrament at home, please call Laurie at the Parish Office, at 419-885-5791.
“In life, God accompanies persons,” Pope Francis says, “and we must accompany them, starting from their situation. We must accompany them with mercy.” The Courage apostolate is the Church’s invitation to people who experience same-sex attractions, who desire to live in accord with the Gospel call to chastity. A confidential support group led by a priest chaplain, Courage accompanies men and women along the road to integration, freedom, and discipleship. Please visit the Courage website at http://www.couragerec.org if you want to learn more. For more information, please call the Diocese of Toledo Chapter Spiritual Director, Father Michael Dandurand at 419-644-4014 or email at courage@ toledodiocese.org.
You’re invited to a free performance of the Cathedral Concert Series on Monday, October 29, 2018, 7:00 p.m., featuring Simon Johnson. Simon Johnson is one of the most versatile musicians of his generation, successfully combining life as a virtuoso organist with extensive work in choral direction and composition. As Organist and Assistant Director of Music at Saint Paul’s Cathedral, London, he has been involved in all the national occasions that have taken place there since 2008. Mr. Johnson has performed concerts throughout Europe and the United States, as well as many of the premier venues in the United Kingdom, including the Royal Festival Hall. Having established an international performing career, this American violinist has garnered accolades on four continents for his performances combining visceral virtuosity and ravishing tone. The series is held in the magnificent atmosphere of Rosary Cathedral for the enjoyment of audiences in Northwest Ohio. All in this series of concerts are free except the Toledo Symphony presentation of Handel’s Messiah.
Catholic Charities is hosting the ecumenical 40 Days for Life campaign in Northwest Ohio through Sunday, November 4. You can participate in three ways: prayer and fasting, community outreach and peaceful vigil. We invite you to pray for an hour in front of Capital Care Network, the Toledo abortion clinic, located at 1160 W. Sylvania Avenue. Sign up at www.40daysforlife.com/toledo. Since the International 40 Days for Life Campaign began in 2007, over 750,000 volunteers in over 40 nations have stood in prayerful witness at abortion clinics to witness to the dignity of human life. Through these prayerful campaigns, over 14,000 lives have been saved, 177 abortion workers have quit their positions, and 96 abortion facilities have shut down! To learn more, e-mail Peter Range at prange@ toledodiocese.org. Join the movement, and help us end abortion in Northwest Ohio!
October 27 and 28, 2018 Neighbors Serving Neighbors Personal Care Items Collection. Please donate personal care items for the less fortunate. Boxes will be at the doors of the church next weekend. Thank you for your kindness and generosity.
