Welcome to St. Joseph Catholic Church! There will be two livestreamed Masses this weekend (25th Sunday in Ordinary Time).

Those Masses are the 4:30 p.m. Mass on Saturday, Sept. 19, and the 11 a.m. Mass on Sunday, Sept. 20.

Both livestreamed Masses are available on this website, St. Joseph's Facebook page, and the St. Joseph's YouTube page.

Fr. Joseph Matitu, SSS

My dear people of St. Joseph, thank you for the prayers you offered for the success of our clergy retreat last September 14–17. Your intercession carried us into those days of silence and renewal, a steady light guiding our hearts. Every moment of rest, every spark of inspiration, every grace received was strengthened by your love for your priests. You reminded us that even when we step away for spiritual renewal, we never walk alone. Please know that your prayers have returned to you as renewed commitment, renewed energy, and renewed love for our parish family.

Our parish community is facing a difficult moment — not only because of the arson at Christ the King and the removal of statues at St. Anne,
but because these incidents remind us of our shared responsibility to safeguard what God has entrusted to us. As your pastor, I ask each of
us to be more attentive, more proactive in reporting concerns, and more united in protecting our sacred spaces. Yes, we must strengthen our
security measures — but even more, we must strengthen our stewardship and care for one another. Let us continue cooperating closely with our fire and police departments, whose swift and dedicated response reflects their commitment to our safety. Their vigilance encourages us to be vigilant too, not out of fear, but out of love for our parish family.

At the same time, these events invite us to deepen our understanding of what it means to be a faith community in Pueblo. We are called not only to pray for peace but to cultivate it through kindness, respect, and solidarity with all our neighbors. When one parish or organization suffers, the whole city feels the wound — and the whole city is invited to respond with compassion. Let us be a parish that models this response: calm, courageous, and rooted in the Gospel’s call to love beyond boundaries. May our shared commitment to mutual care become a quiet but powerful witness that turns fear into hope and division into unity.

In all these challenges, God is shaping us into a people of courage, tenderness, and faith. May we continue to walk together, protect one
another, and let Christ’s light shine through us.

Fr. Joseph

Below is a letter from Bishop Stephen J. Berg on church vandalism in Pueblo.

Attention Parishioners -

The 2026-27 Religious Education and Confirmation classes started last Sunday, Sept. 13. Religious Education takes place from 10 a.m. to 10:50 a.m., and High School Confirmation Class will meet from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the Religious Education building.

If you still haven't signed your child up, see the attached Religious Education/Confirmation Registration form for 2026-27 below. There is still time to get your child signed. Please fill out the form and either bring it to the parish office during office hours or place it in the collection basket at all Masses in the upcoming weeks leading up to our first class.  Thank you!

Mark Those Calendars!

Sept. 30: St. Joseph CCW Fellowship Meeting

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."

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:

• The goal is to generate $87,894 in pledges to meet the AMD assessment.
• Current AMD assessment is $8,530 a month or $87,894 for the year.
• The pledge is in addition to the weekly collection but can be paid weekly, monthly, or as a one lump payment.
• Please make checks out to St. Joseph Church and write AMD on the memo line of the check.
• The parish has not generated the necessary income to cover this expense.
• WE MUST DO IT AGAIN FOR THE FINANCIAL STABILITY OF THE CHURCH.
• The church's 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.

The Knights of Columbus (KOC) of St. Joseph (#9456) have introduced a new program called "The Holy Family"

We are inviting parishioners of any household to consecrate themselves to the Holy Family. Each week the parishioner will take the sanctuary of the Holy Family into their homes for one week of daily prayer. At the end of your week, you will bring back the sanctuary to the church for the next family.

Holy Family Testimonial:

"I have had the opportunity to take the Holy Family into my home three times. I can't even begin to express the extra peace and love that is felt with the Holy Family displayed in my family room. The prayers that are given with it are beautiful. This past Thanksgiving, I had it, and as we prayed before our meal, I included the dedication of my family to the protection of the Holy Family as part of our grace. I feel that if others could sense the love coming from the Holy Family display, people would be lining up to take it into their homes."
-- Karen DeCarlo 

"Having the Holy Family in your home is a great way to reflect on the love of family and pray for everyone in your lives in a concentrated effort. It is a beautiful way to start your day and/or a peaceful way to end the day. The time you take for prayer and reflection is a precious gift from the Holy Family. I encourage everyone to take the opportunity to invite the Holy Family into their home and into their lives. You will want to do it on a regular basis because of the peace it brings into your life and home."
-- Terrie Tafoya 

Learn more

Click the picture below for more information. Contact Roselawn today!

Attention Parishioners!

Take a once-in-a-lifetime trip with Spiritual Leaders from Pueblo: Fr. Derrick Scott, VG, Fr. Joseph Vigil, and Fr. Michael Chrisman!  This will be an amazing experience for all who have a chance to go! Click the picture below for more details.