St. Joseph Catholic Church held a 'Volunteer Appreciation Dinner" on Saturday night, Jan. 31, in the Fr. Charles J. Murray parish Hall. The purpose of the dinner was to thank all volunteers who gave their time in 2025 to support the many events St. Joseph's held throughout the year. Without those volunteers, what we accomplished over the past year would not have been possible.

Approximately 135 people came to dine on pulled pork, BBQ chicken, baked beans, coleslaw, Willie's BBQ sauce, and a dinner roll provided by Willie's BBQ (1123 W. 13th Street, Pueblo). Beverages (pop and water) were provided by the parish.

Below are some pictures from the evening.

St. Joseph Catholic Church livestreamed the 11 a.m. mass on Sunday, February 1, 2026 (The Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time).

Celebrants: Fr. Steven Murray
Assistant: Deacon Ed Riccillo

Spirit Choir Mass Music
The 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time
February 1, 2026
(Sun: 11 a.m)

Entrance:
Draw Me Close (SJPSB-21)

Preparation of Gifts:
Seek Ye First (BB26-450)

Communion:
Lord, I Need You (SJPSB-69)

Sending Forth:
Trading My Sorrows (SJPSB-126)

SJPSB=St. Joseph Parish Songbook

BB= Breaking Bread (Brown Missalette)

St. Joseph Catholic Church livestreamed the 4:30 p.m. mass on Saturday, January 31, 2026 (The Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time).

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

St. Cecilia Choir Music
The 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time
January 31-February 1, 2026
(Sat: 4:30 p.m.; Sun: 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m.)

Entrance:
All Are Welcome (BB26-36)

Gifts:
The Summons (BB26-552)

Communion:
The Body of Christ (BB26-919)

Sending Forth:
Glory and Praise to Our God (BB26-205)

BB= Breaking Bread (Brown Missalette)

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, two 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

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

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

Some of the training information for Extraordinary Ministers (EM) has been updated. For those who were unable to attend the recent session, I am attaching a copy of the handout that was provided.

Father Steve requests that Sacristans arrive 30 minutes before their scheduled Mass and that all EMs serving arrive 10–15 minutes early. This allows the Sacristans to confirm that all positions are covered. Please remember to check in as soon as you arrive.

There are a few additional updates that were not included in the handout regarding the sign‑in sheet:
• The Cup minister will now stand next to the Plate minister at the altar and follow them to their assigned station to distribute the Body and Blood of Christ.
• If you are assigned to the station near the music ministry, please place your plate and cup on the right side of the altar. Then remain by the stair banister until the other EMs have finished. Afterward, all ministers will gather in front of the altar as usual to bow together before returning to their seats.

Please contact Fr. Steve, Deacon Ed, or Diana Alvaravo if you have any questions. Please read the attached document in "Read More."

The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) will meet on Wednesday, February 4, at 6:30 p.m. in the Maria Lopez classroom.

Deacon Ed Riccillo leads this class.

St. Joseph Catholic Church will begin adult confirmation classes at 6:30 p.m. on Thursdays, starting February 5. 

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

If you have any questions, please get in touch with Deacon Ed or the office during business hours by calling (719) 544-1886.

Attention Parishioners! The second monthly bingo of 2026 will take place on Saturday, February 7. We hope to see you all there! Thank You!

When: February 8, 2026, 7:30-10:30 a.m.

Where: Charles Murray Hall Menu: Eggs, sausage, hashbrowns, green chile, pancakes, coffee, juice, and peaches.

Price: $12.00 adults, $8.00 children

The best breakfast in town!! Come and share a meal and support your local Knights of Columbus council.

Hot coffee, pancakes fresh from the griddle, and delicious green chile—all without breaking the bank!

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