The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) will meet on Wednesday, March 18, at 6:30 p.m. in the Maria Lopez classroom.

Deacon Ed Riccillo leads this class.

St. Joseph Catholic Church's adult confirmation class will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 19. 

These classes will be led by Deacon Ed Riccillo and held in the Maria Lopez Classroom.  

If you have any questions, please contact Deacon Ed or the office during business hours at (719) 544-1886.

St. Joseph Catholic Church livestreamed the funeral mass for Catherine R. Stollsteimer beginning at 10 a.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026

Celebrant: Fr. Steven Murray
Assistant: Deacon Ed Riccillo

St. Joseph Catholic Church had wi-fi problems, so this section is a continuation of the funeral livestreamed (Homily given by Fr. Steven Murray) for Catherine R. Stollsteimer, beginning at 10 a.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026

St. Joseph Catholic Church had wi-fi problems, so this section is the conclusion of the funeral livestreamed (Preparation of the Gifts) for Catherine R. Stollsteimer, beginning at 10 a.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026

Click HERE to view Catherine's Obituary (Courtesy of Angelus Chapel Mortuaries, Pueblo, CO)

On the final day of class (March 15), those who attended our Religious Education program at St. Joseph Catholic Church for 2025-26, in grades pre-K to 8th grade, were treated to a pizza party.

Many thanks to Religious Education coordinator, Christine Steele, and all the catechists who gave their time this year to educate our young parishioners about Our Lord Jesus Christ!

St. Joseph Catholic Church will be holding a Pray the Rosary before our regularly scheduled mass times during the Lenten Season. The times will be as follow:

Saturday: 4:10 p.m.

Sunday: 7 a.m., 10:20 a.m.

Please be mindful of everyone who is praying the Rosary as you enter. 

 Click HERE on how to Pray the Rosary.

St. Joseph Catholic Church livestreamed the 11 a.m. mass on Sunday, March 15, 2026 (The Fourth Sunday of Lent).

Celebrants: Fr. Steven Murray
Assistant: Deacon Ed Riccillo

Spirit Choir Mass Music
The 4th Sunday of Lent
March 15, 2026
(Sun: 11 a.m)

Entrance:
You Are God Alone (Not a God) (SJPSB-139)

Preparation of Gifts:
The Power of Your Love (SJPSB-100)

Communion:
Open My Eyes/Abre Mis Ojos (BB26-416)

Sending Forth:
You Are My King (Amazing Love) (SJPSB-142)

SJPSB=St. Joseph Parish Songbook

BB= Breaking Bread (Brown Missalette)

St. Joseph Catholic Church livestreamed the 4:30 p.m. mass on Saturday, March 14, 2026 (The Fourth Sunday of Lent).

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

St. Cecilia Choir Music
The 4th Sunday of Lent
March 14-15, 2026
(Sat: 4:30 p.m.; Sun: 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m.)

Entrance:
We Remember (BB26-604)

Gifts:
Open My Eyes/Abre Mis Ojos (BB26-416)

Communion:
Holy Darkness (BB26-245)

Sending Forth:
Take Up Your Cross (BB26-514)

BB= Breaking Bread (Brown Missalette)

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

In honor of our generous supporters, you are invited to celebrate 50 years of service on March 22, 2026, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The event will be held at 422 W. 7th Street.
Light refreshments will be provided.

St. Joseph Catholic Church livestreamed the rosary and funeral mass for Lolita Alvarado beginning at  9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Rosary Celebrant: Diana Alvarado
Celebrant: Fr. Steven Murray
Assistant: Deacon Ed Riccillo

Click HERE to view Lolita's Obituary (Angelus Chapel Funeral Home, Pueblo, CO)

St. Joseph Council of Catholic Women will award one $1,000 scholarship to an institution of higher learning to a female high school graduating senior who is a member of:

• St. Joseph Church in Blende
• St. Therese Church in Vineland

She must have a 3.00 GPA or greater and be an active, participating member of the Catholic Church. Applications are available at St. Joseph Church office or by calling:

Diana Alvarado (719) 251-9146 or e-mailing her at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

A completed application, three current letters of recommendation, and a current unofficial transcript must be submitted by Saturday, April 11, 2026. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.

Applications are to be mailed to:
Diana Alvarado
St. Joseph CCW Scholarship Chairperson
4 Crownbridge Court
Pueblo, Co. 81001

St. Joseph Knights of Columbus #9456 will be awarding two $1,000 scholarships in 2026 to an institution of higher learning of the recipient’s choice. To qualify, please review the applicant guidelines listed below: Two scholarships will be offered this year, one based strictly on academic performance and community participation, and the second based on academic performance, community participation, and financial need.

• This is a one-time scholarship, awarded to a different applicant each year.
• Funds for this scholarship come from fundraising projects conducted by the Knights of Columbus.
• Minimum amount to be awarded for each scholarship is $1000.00.
• Applicants should be graduating seniors with a GPA of 2.5 or better. 
• To be considered for the financial need scholarship, the applicant needs to meet the academic requirements and include a short essay explaining what circumstances justify consideration for financial reasons. Applicants need to provide sufficient data and information to enable the review committee to evaluate the individual’s level of need. All applications will be treated as personal and confidential.
• Scholarships shall be used at a Colorado school of higher education, which will include but not be limited to universities, colleges, junior or community colleges, trade schools, and technical schools.
• A committee of three Knights of Columbus members will screen each application.
• Finalists will have a personal interview with the committee.
• The Knights of Columbus Council 9456 must receive proof of enrollment before the scholarship is awarded. The scholarship will be sent directly to the school where the applicant is enrolled as a full-time student.

Applicants will be considered if they are members of St. Joseph Parish – Pueblo, St. Therese Parish – Vineland, or Sacred Heart Parish – Avondale.
Click to download an application below or pick one up in the St. Joseph Parish Office during office hours.
Applications should be submitted to the St. Joseph Parish Office no later than April 17, 2026.