St. Joseph's Church

Bishop William Byrne will be celebrating Mass at St. Joseph on Saturday, January 16th at 4:00 p.m. Please join us in welcoming him to our Diocese.

Just a Second Adam: What is a million years like to you? God: Like one second. Adam: What is a million dollars like to you? God: Like one penny. Adam: Can I have a penny? God: Sure, just a second.

Remember your loved one by reserving a Sanctuary Candle. Please call the rectory at 413-445-5789

A note from John Arasimowicz, CCD director at St. Joseph. The good news is you should have or will be receiving the gospel readers for your children’s Program of Faith Formation. Please work with your children when you can after dinner, Sunday morning or whatever times works best for your family. Unfortunately, at this time we cannot meet in person so this is the best way we can keep our young adults connected to the church and their faith and keep them safe. If for some reason you have not received a packet from my office, please contact me at 822-1297. May you all have a blessed and healthy safe new year for 2021.

Please consider signing up to give your donations to our parish online. It is very easy to do. You can donate either with a credit card or a check and choose how much you would like to give and how often: weekly, monthly, semi-monthly, quarterly, semi-annually or annually. You can go directly to the website at https://stjoepittsfield.weshareonline.org to sign up. We thank you for your generosity during these difficult times.

Due to the pandemic numbers rising, at this time we will not be able to meet in person. First grade through ninth will be receiving materials to do at home with their families in the middle of January. Thank you for your help and please continue to work with your children to keep them connected to their faith. Also, we are offering live stream mass at 9 AM every Sunday. Please join us. Until then, stay healthy and well. If for some reason you do not receive a packet please contact John Arasimowicz 413-822-1297. **Parents please keep an eye on the bulletin and our website for further updates and information regarding our CCD Program. Please join us virtually if you cannot come to church in person for the 9 o’clock mass every Sunday on the parish website.

Just a reminder that MASKS are required for Mass.

Confirmation class of 2021 will continue to work with Mr. Hogue remotely at this time. Please continue to work hard so you will be well prepared for your confirmation in the fall.

As we begin a new year, let’s try and make Jesus a greater part of our lives. Let’s try attending a 12:10 daily Mass once a week or more. Maybe we could spare a little time praying before the Blessed Sacrament (daily Holy Hour, Mon-Fri, 11am). Thank you to the those who sent greetings to the Bishop, Fr. Michael and me during the holiday season

A BIG thank you to those who decorated the church, Eucharistic ministers, lectors, ushers, all those in the music ministry, Sharing Roots, Meals on Wheels, the cooks, deliverers, and ALL who donated to the meals on wheels and the food pantry. We are grateful for all you do! God Bless!

UPDATE - For the Annual Catholic Appeal, Our Faith, Our Future 2020, St Joseph's Parish contributed $35,145.00 from 194 members. I think that is terrific considering the present situation. A job well done as usual! Fr. Mike

Please pray for Mr. Alfred Rozanski, the father of Archbishop Rozanski. Our Prayer line prays daily for the many needs that come in.

Thank you to Dery Funeral Home for the beautiful calendars.

Just a reminder that MASKS are required for Mass.