St. Joseph's Church

MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND CONCERT FOR MOM! May 11, 2019 at 6:30pm, Sacred Heart Church - 191 Elm Street, Pittsfield, MA. Mary Verdi and her Flight Trio will be performing at the third annual Mother’s Prayer Service/Concert on May 11, 2019 at 6:30pm. There will be a candle lighting ceremony for your mother/grandmother/friend and each woman present, will be sent home with a flower. Bring the whole family and friends to celebrate the amazing gift mother’s give to our world! $10 Donation suggested at the door.

Each year we begin asking parishioners and guests in the spring for a commitment to help at the annual Polish picnic. This is a challenging task to manage as our hope is to cover all shifts, and all booths. We welcome your available to cover for 2 hours or 4 hours. There are many opportunities some of which are behind the scenes. This year's picnic will be held July 21. If you already signed up to help, thank you! If you would like to volunteer for a few hours, please call Nancy Vosburgh at (413) 442-7684. Nancy is available to answer any questions you may have. Thank you in advance.

Members and guests of St. Joseph Parish will be making pierogi for the upcoming annual Polish Picnic. We would love your help! Many hands make many pierogi.Help us help all those who attend. There's nothing worse than coming to the picnic to enjoy a delicious pierogi only to find out we're sold out! Each year we make more and more and this year is no different. Please come help us make pierogi from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the parish center on the following Wednesdays: April 24, May 1, May 8, May 15, May 22, June 6 (if necessary). Whether you're able to attend one Wednesday or all Wednesdays your help is greatly appreciated. If you're able and willing to do so, we are seeking donations of cooking spray (Pam) and wax paper. THANK YOU!!

EUCHARISTIC MIRACLES OF THE WORLD St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish is proud to host the Vatican International Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit. The exhibit is on display from Sat., April 6 to Sun., April 14, from 8:30am - 7pm daily - located at 70 Marshall Street, North Adams. With an extensive assortment of photographs and historical descriptions, this exhibition presents over 150 of the principle Eucharistic Miracles recognized by the Catholic Church. These miracles, most of which the Host has turned into human flesh and blood, have taken place throughout the ages, all over the world. Come experience the truth of our Catholic faith. Free and open to all!

RELIC OF ST. JEAN VIANNEY THE PATRON OF PARISH PRIESTS. Sat., April 27, 2019, from 7 PM to 9 PM at St. Joseph Church, Pittsfield, MA. The Knights of Columbus is holding a nationwide tour of Curé of Ars Heart. The Shrine of Ars, France, has entrusted to the Knights of Columbus the major relic of St. Jean Vianney’s incorrupt heart for a national tour in the U.S. We are asked to pray for our most heartfelt needs and intentions and for an increase in holy vocations to the priesthood, as well as for healing within the heart of the Catholic Church. Kindly join us for this worthy special Spiritual event.

ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL The 60th Annual Catholic Appeal is an opportunity for you to put your Faith into Action in the Diocese of Springfield. We invite you to open your eyes and your hearts to the needs of your neighbors. Please consider a donation. Contact 413-452-0670 or email aca@diospringfield.org

ORGANIST/CANTOR WANTED - Holy Name Parish in Springfield is in need of an organist/cantor or organist for our 4:30 PM Saturday Liturgy and to help as substitute for other liturgies. Pay is commensurate with your ability. Very pleasant atmosphere and welcoming congregation. Please contact Tom Veto at 413 250-7812 or Fr. David Aufiero at 733-5823.

PORK ROAST DINNER Palm Sunday, April 14, Noon-3 PM at St. Charles Church Hall, 89 Briggs Ave., Pittsfield Dinner includes Roast pork, mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, applesauce, salad, vegetable and dessert. Tickets are $12 for adults: $5 for children under 12. Tickets available weekdays, 10am-2:30 PM at the Rectory. Call Robbie at 413-442-7470.

Thirteen St. Anthony Devotions every Tuesday evening at 6 p.m. in the Chapel. It will continue each week until June 11th.

April 14th- Palm Sunday – Last day of CCD for grades K, 1, 3-9. We will be having our communion breakfast in the Parish Center after Mass and Passion play. All parents and family members are invited to attend. April 16th -Tuesday – Blessing of the Oils for 10th grade Confirmation class (mandatory). April 28th - ** First Communion Class - class in church

As is our tradition at St. Joseph’s we will have dinner in the Parish Center before the Liturgy at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Please call the rectory for reservations 445-5789.

“And when Jesus went out He saw a great multitude; and He was moved with compassion for them, and healed their sick.” (Matthew (14:14) Anointing of the Sick at Mass at St. Joseph church will be Sunday, May 19, 2019 at 11:30am A light luncheon will be served for all participants after Mass in the St. Joseph Parish Center. If you or a loved one plan on attending, please call Carolyn Rousseau at 413-443-5401 on or before May 12, 2019. Thank you.