St. Joseph Catholic Church livestreamed rosary and funeral service for Marie Evelyn Wilkins on Thurs., Oct. 2, beginning at 9:30 a.m.,

Rosary Celebrant: Marcos LeBlanc
Celebrant: Fr. Steven Murray
Assistant: Deacon Ed Riccillo

Click HERE to view Marie's Obituary (Courtesy of Roselawn Funeral Home, Crematory and Cemetery, Pueblo, CO)

Attention Parishioners! Bingo is going to take place on Sat., Oct. 4 NOT Sat., Oct. 11 as mentioned in this weekend bulletin (Sept. 20-21: The 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time). 

We hope to see all Bingo enthusiasts there! Thank You!

The Men of Joseph have begun their monthly meetings again! Our next meeting is October 7th at 6:00 p.m., in the Maria Lopez room - Mark your calendars!

Men of Joseph is welcome to ALL men who want to pray and study together as a fraternity. Please join us as we continue Season 5 of The Chosen!

Contact Marcos in the office with any questions.

Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.) will begin Wednesday, Oct. 8th at 6:30 p.m., in the Maria Lopez classroom.

These classes are led by Deacon Ed Riccillo.

Registration forms are available in the office during regular business hours.

Bishop Stephen J. Berg, Diocese of Pueblo
Special to the Chieftain (Sun., Sept. 28, 2025)

The senseless violence, school shootings, acts of terror, and the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk while speaking to university students leave us with feelings of sadness, anger, and futility as to what is happening to our society. The killing of the young, our best and our brightest, in places of supposed safety, health and learning is leaving its dark imprint on those who survive. We pray for those who have been killed, for their families and communities. We pray for those who serve and protect in law enforcement. We pray for those survivors now left confused and afraid. We are all God’s children, and we share our sorrow with heavy hearts.

We also share a responsibility to be shepherds of the flock. Each in his or her own unique, personal way is given a charge over the protection of someone, some child, some vulnerable adult, whether that particular one is innocent or wayward. It is not enough to wring hands, express strong opinions, and wait for administrative remedies. We need to look out for one another. This begins with an individual awareness of the possibilities of signs warning that something is not right, and preparedness to reach out for help. And without prayer first, none of this will work. But we can do it, we can be shepherds with the help of God.

If you see something, say something. Safe2Tell.org is a 24/7 anonymous organization for you, your children, for anyone to contact “as soon as possible when you learn something that may cause harm to others or yourself. When you see something, say something. By reaching out to Safe2Tell.org you can help someone who is struggling. If your desire is to protect, repent, or help, send in your report. If you’re unsure whether you should send in a report or not, and you are making a report to protect, prevent, or help, send it in.” (From the Safe2Tell.org website. Other available resources include coloradocrisisservices.org and bha.colorado.gov/988.)

Trust your police officers, sheriff’s deputies, teachers, pastors, and medical professionals; they are trained and positioned to prevent tragedy. Build this trust into your personal and professional relationships with them and appreciate what they can do. When you see something, say something.

Each one of us is to be on alert, a watchful shepherd of God’s flock. Through all these recent terrible events, Jesus stands by us. He didn’t want this to start and doesn’t want it to continue. Nor can we take our next steps to bring safety and confidence into his fold without him. We pray that the Holy Spirit consecrates our efforts for peace, remembering that Jesus works in little ways to bring peace where it is most needed, that he is closest to us when he seems farthest away. May God bless us and keep those entrusted to us, all of us his children, safe. May we be the shepherds, which Jesus has called us to be, in care of all his beloved.

Sincerely Yours in Christ,

Most Reverend Stephen J. Berg
Bishop of Pueblo

St. Joseph Catholic Church Livestreamed the 11 a.m. mass on Sun., Sept. 28, 2025 (The 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time).

Celebrant: Fr. Joseph Lixon-Aswez
Assistant: Deacon Ed Riccillo

Spirit Choir Mass Music
25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sept. 21, 2025 
(Sun: 11 a.m.)
Entrance:
Come, Now Is the Time to Worship (SJPSB - Pg. 19)
Preparation of Gifts:
Offering (SJPSB - Pg.87)
Communion:
Remembrance (SJPSB - Pg. 105)
Sending Fort
It is Good(SJPSB - Pg. 59)

SJPSB = St. Joseph Parish Song Book

St. Joseph Catholic Church Livestreamed the 4:30 p.m. mass on Sat., Sept. 27, 2025 (The 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time).

Celebrant: Fr. Steven Murray
Assistant: Deacon Ed Riccillo

St. Cecilia Mass Music
26th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sept. 27-28, 2025
(Sat: 4:30 p.m., Sun: 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m.)
Entrance:
A Place at Your Table (BB25-24)
Preparation of Gifts:
The Summons (BB25-552)
Communion:
Ubi Caritas (BB25-585)
Sending Forth:
I Will Choose Christ (BB25-274)

BB= Breaking Bread (Green Missalette)

Grades: Kindergarten to 8th Grade
All meeting times are from 10 a.m. - 10:50 p.m.
(Tentative: Schedule is subject to change)

All meeting times are from 1- 2 p.m.

The Pueblo Diocesan Council of Catholic Women (PDCCW) held its 83rd Annual Convention on Fri., and Sat., Sept. 26-27 at the Fr. Charles J. Murray Parish Hall.

The PDCCW convention was a huge success as ValLimar shared her gift of faith-filled storytelling and song that  left alll who attented with a deeper connection to God and a heart full of joy.

Below are pictures from the two-day event taken by parishioner Rita Granato.

The St. Joseph Council of Catholic Women (CCW) brings together ALL Catholic women to enhance spiritual growth and develop leadership. We promote the Christian community through fellowship, education, empowering, nurturing, and supporting our members.

Our meetings are held the last Wednesday of each month with the fellowship beginning at 5:30 p.m. and the business meeting at 6:00 p.m.

Come join us.
Your Sister in Christ,

Diana Alvarado, President
St. Joseph Council of Catholic Women

St. Joseph Knights of Columbus, Council 9456 members are looking for interested men of the Parish to become a member of the Knights.

If interested in becoming a Knight, contact John Spearing or any brother Knight you see in church and we will provide you with information and answer any questions you might have.

Read more HERE

What to Know:

Click Fr. Steve to read his letter to parishioners

• The goal is to generate $90,000 in pledges to meet the AMD assessment.
• Current AMD assessmeent is $7522 a month or $90,264 for the year.
• The pledge is in addition to the weekly collection but can be paid weekly, monthly, or one lump payment.
• Please make checks out to St. Joseph Church and write AMD on the memo line of check.
• The parish has not generated the necessary income to cover this expense.
• WE MUST DO IT AGAIN TO FOR THE FINANCIAL STABILITY OF THE CHURCH.
• The churches major fundraisers (Parish Festival and Spaghetti Dinner) are now assisting us in paying this obligation and are no longer available for other activities or needs of the church.

P.S.  Please do NOT use the PayPal online tithing for the church to send in your gift. Thank You!

We would like to thank those households who have already pledged and/or given already. We have put your names on the wall by the thermometer to thank and acknowledge your pledge. If we have missed your name or you do not want your name on the wall after your pledge, please let the office know. Thank you once again for your pledge and/or donation. 

Click the AMF card to download, fill out and bring to the parish office or leave in collections at mass.