Parish Office Closure
Attention Parishioners!
The Parish Office will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday, November 26 - 30. We will return on Monday, December 1, at 8:00 a.m.
God bless you and your families this Thanksgiving Holiday!
Attention Parishioners!
The Parish Office will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday, November 26 - 30. We will return on Monday, December 1, at 8:00 a.m.
God bless you and your families this Thanksgiving Holiday!
Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (O.C.I.A.) will NOT be meeting on Thursday, November 26, due to the Thanksgiving holiday. The next session will be held on December 3 at 6:30 p.m. in the Maria Lopez classroom.
Deacon Ed Riccillo leads this class.
St. Joseph Catholic Church will livestream Thanksgiving Day mass on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025, beginning at 9 a.m.

Thanksgiving Day Mass Music
Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025 (9 a.m)
Gathering: Gather Your People (SJPSB-198)
Gifts: Come to the Feast/ Ven al Banquete (SJPSB-151)
Communion: Our Blessing Cup (SJPSB-417)
Sending Forth:10,000 Reasons - Bless the Lord
The Knights of Columbus #9456 is currently sponsoring a coat drive for children. There will be a box in the narthex through the end of November. If you have any coats your child/children have outgrown, consider passing on the blessing to keep another child warm.
Thank you for your kindness.

Mark your calendars!
The CCW Christmas Party will be held on Saturday, December 13.
Tickets ($25 per person) will be available for purchase after all Masses on November 15 & 16.
All are welcome to join in the celebration.
The Cathedral of Sacred Heart hosted a day-long National Evangelization Teams (NET) Retreat on Saturday, November. 22, 2025, in the parish hall. Over 100 youths from all the Catholic churches in Pueblo were in attendance, including 14 first-year confirmation candidates from St. Joseph Catholic Church.
NET Retreats are transformative experiences designed for Catholic youth in grades 7-12, aiming to foster a deeper connection with God through engaging activities and a focus on deepening their faith and personal relationship with Christ.

Grades: Kindergarten to 8th Grade
All meeting times are from 10 a.m. to 10:50 p.m.
(Tentative: Schedule is subject to change)
Nov. (2025)
30
Dec. (2025)
7, 14, 21
Jan.(2026)
4, 11, 18,25
Feb. (2026)
1, 8, 15, 22
March (2025)
1, 8, 15
Special Dates:
Dec. 21 (Christmas Play)
Jan. 11 (Circle of Grace)
Feb. 18 (Ash Wednesday)
March 15 (Last Day of Class)

All meeting times are from 1- 2 p.m.
Nov. (2025)
30
Dec. (2025)
7, 14, 21
Jan.(2026)
4, 11, 18,25
Feb. (2026)
1, 8, 15, 22
March (2025)
1, 8, 15
Required for Confirmation Candidates:
Dec. 7 (Youth Reconciliation Service)
Jan. 4 (Letter to Bishop Due)
March TBD (Confirmation Interviews)
April TBD (Confirmation Retreat)
April TBD (Confirmation Mass Rehearsal)
April TBD (Confirmation Mass)
Remember the Fallen, "Honor those who Served," Teach our children the value of Freedom
The mission statement that has guided Wreaths Across America for more than 30 years grows more meaningful each year as Pueblo bears the name "Home of Heroes."
It is Roselawn's goal to place a wreath for the many veterans laid to rest on Roselawn's sacred grounds.
Join us on
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2025, AT 12:00 NOON
We will honor the veterans who served in the Civil War, Spanish-American War, WWI, WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War, Persian Gulf, Desert Storm, Iraq, and Afghanistan.
The Men of Joseph have begun their monthly meetings again! Our next meeting is on December 2, at 6:00 p.m. in the Maria Lopez room.
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.
Take time to slow down, pray, and prepare your heart this Advent season.
Join us for a peaceful day of reflection, community, and hope as we await the coming of Christ.
Come as you are — everyone is welcome!

With the upcoming holiday approaching, it’s that time of year to remember those less fortunate. By giving them the assistance they need, each family can have a joyous holiday season!
“I WAS HUNGRY AND YOU GAVE ME SOMETHING TO EAT”
Since we will be giving out gift cards this year instead of food baskets, we will only be accepting cash and check donations instead of food. Please address your checks or sealed cash envelopes to the St. Vincent De Paul Committee and place them in the collection basket. They can also be dropped off at the Church office during business hours.
Thank you for helping our community and St. Vincent De Paul

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.
What to Know:
Click Fr. Steve to read his letter to parishioners
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.
The Chalice for Vocations ministry was developed to promote fervent and devotional prayer for an increase in vocations to the priesthood and religious life. These specific intentions are raised as the chalice travels within the parish community.
A prayer guide is provided and geared for readers that are young or old. Spontaneous and personal prayers for vocations are always acceptable and welcome also. Please incorporate prayers for an increase in vocations within your prayer life.
If you would like to receive the Chalice for Vocations for a week, please contact the parish office at 719-544-1886. Thank you. Be confident that your prayers are heard.
CHALICE FOR VOCATIONS PRAYER GUIDE (DOWNLOAD - IN PDF)
St. Joseph Council of Catholic Women has shirts and scarves available for their members. Contact Diana Alvarado at 719-251-9146.
Shirt prices: (S/M/L/XL $7.00)
(2XL $9.00) (3XL $11.00)
Blue Scarves: ($5.00)
If you are planning a Quinceañera, the requirements are:
Don't hesitate to contact the Parish Office to register at 719-544-1886.
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