JESUS IS RISEN.
THE TOMB IS EMPTY.

Mary Magdalene, the first women, and the disciples visiting the tomb in the early morning of the first day of the week, after the crucifixion, feared that the body of Jesus had been taken away. When the disciples went back home, Mary Magdalene remained by the tomb and two angels appeared and quelched her fear. Then Jesus appeared and instructed her to tell the others that he had said “I am going to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God” (Jn 20:17).

Today, with the Holy Spirit, we too should not be afraid, but rejoice in Jesus being with the Father, his God, and our God.

Holy Week Schedule

HOLY SATURDAY (April 19)
8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer
7:30 p.m. Easter Vigil Mass

EASTER SUNDAY (April 20)
7:30 a.m. Vietnamese Mass
9:00 a.m. English Mass
10:30 a.m. English Mass
12:00 p.m. Spanish Mass

Divine Mercy Novena

Everyone is invited to come and honor Jesus, the Divine Mercy, everyday from April 18 to April 27 at 9:00 a.m.

Thank You for Your Generosity

We are deeply grateful for your generosity in supporting those affected by the recent wildfires. Your kindness is bringing hope and assistance to families in need, helping them recover and rebuild. Thank you for being a light in our community and reflecting Christ’s love through your compassion. See below for message from Archbishop José H. Gomez:

Dear Father Villalobos,

The recent fires in Los Angeles have profoundly affected our schools, parishes, and so many individuals and families in our community. In these challenging times, our faith calls us to come together in solidarity to provide hope and healing for those who are struggling.

We are grateful to you and your parish community for answering that call, On behalf of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles and all those who need our help, thank you for your generous gift in support of the Wildfire Victims Emergency Relief Fund.

Your kind donation will directly assist the individuals and families in our community who need help to recover and rebuild by providing them with emergency financial assistance.

We are blessed by your commitment to offering light and hope for our brothers and sisters in need. May our lives always reflect the generosity and love of our Lord Jesus Christ.

May Our Lady of Guadalupe, Mother of Jesus and Mother of all the peoples, keep us close to her Son.

Most Reverend José H. Gomez
Archbishop of Los Angeles

Together in Mission 2025

This year, as we celebrate the Jubilee Year of the Catholic Church, we are all invited to make a special gift to Together in Mission 2025. “Gifts of the Heart,” the Annual Appeal, launches soon.

In the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, one in every five parishes and one in every four Catholic schools rely on financial assistance to continue their vital ministries. Our generosity directly impacts these communities, providing the resources they need to thrive.
Let us come together to make a difference and bring the love of Christ to those in need.

Confirmation Year 1

Tuesday, May 6th, 7:00pm to 8:15pm (Hall)
OR
Sunday, May 11th, 9:00am to 10:15am (YM Room): “Mary, the Mother of Christ and the Church”.

Confirmation Year 2

Tuesday, May 13th, 7:00pm to 8:15pm (Hall)
OR
Sunday, May 18th, 9:00am to 10:15am (YM Room): Candidate and Sponsor Interviews.

Friday, May 30th, After 7pm (Church): Confirmation Rehearsal.

Youth Ministry Projects/Events

Stations of the Cross. Last Friday, our youth gathered for a moving Stations of the Cross prayer service. Special intentions were offered for the Holy Father, Fr. Beto, Fr. Thuan, Deacon Gus, and for all the laity—especially our young people—as part of our “Anointed for Mission” journey. We hope to offer this powerful experience again next year.

Pilgrimage of Hope. Saturday, April 5, 2025, participants from our parish family and the school joined with the Youth Ministry in carrying the relic of Blessed Dina Belanger (Nun and musician). The relic is recognition that our church is an Anointed for Mission parish.
We carried the relic from All Souls in Alhambra to the Cathedral in Los Angeles where our parish was part of the entrance procession during the Mass celebrated by the archbishop.

Friday, June 13th, 7pm. Church. Sacrament of Confirmation Mass.

Saturday, April 26, 2025 – Archdiocesan Youth Ministry Retreat (Anointed For Mission)

Youth Ministry Global Events

July 28, 2025 to Aug. 3, 2025: Jubilee of Young People (ages 13 – 35). Rome, Italy.

2027 (pending actual dates): World Youth Day (ages 13-35). Seoul, South Korea

For more information regarding youth ministry and the Confirmation Teen process, email JP Fernandez

Adult Confirmation Schedule

All meetings are in the Youth Ministry Room, Starting at 7pm.

April 24 2025 - Jesus the Christ, The Church
May 1, 2025 – Morality
May 8, 2025 – Sacraments & Symbols
May 15, 2025 – Water & Baptism
May 22, 2025 – Bread, Wine and the Eucharist
May 29, 2025 – Immediate Preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation (Oil, Laying on Hands, Confirmation)
June 19, 2025 – Mystagogical Reflection on the Celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation

For any questions regarding the Adult Confirmation Process, email: Bill Spaks or JP Fernandez

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RCIA INQUIRY CLASSES

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is a process that helps people prepare to enter the Catholic Church. It's a journey of conversion that includes study, prayer, and rites at Mass.

At St. Joseph the Worker we offer classes in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese to those who wish to learn more about Catholicism and are interested in becoming a Catholic.

The schedule of Inquiry Classes is the following:

• Adults (English)
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton meeting room
Sundays 12:00 p.m. (Noon)

• Adults and Youth or Teens (Spanish)
Our Lady of Guadalupe meeting room
Fridays 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

• Adults (Vietnamese)
St. Therese of Lisieux/St. Martin de Porres meeting rooms
Mondays 7:00 p.m. – 9:00p.m.

• Youth or Teen 12-18 years (English)
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton meeing room
Tuesdays 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

• Children 7-12 years (English)
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton meeing room
Tuesdays 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

• Children 7-12 years (Spanish)
St. Therese of Lisieux/St. Martin de Porres meeting rooms
Fridays 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

For a detailed description of the RCIA process see Becoming Catholic.

For more information: email Bill Sparks, Faith Formation Director or call him at 818.341.6634, ext. 1012.

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USCCB and War in the Holy Land

October 8, 2023
WASHINGTON – In response to the continued tensions and violence that erupted into warfare between Gaza and Israel on October 7, Bishop David J. Malloy of Rockford, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ (USCCB) Committee on International Justice and Peace, calls for prayers for peace in the Holy Land:

“On October 7, the Feast of the Most Holy Rosary, the world watched the operation launched from Gaza and the rapid call to arms from Israel that ensued. Almost 50 years to the day of the launch of the 1973 Arab–Israeli War, once again war is spilling out in the Holy Land. With it brings the mounting casualties and hostilities unfolding on all sides, and increased threats to the Status Quo of the Holy Places among Jews, Muslims, and Christians further dimming any hope for peace.

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Join us for Eucharistic Adoration & Benediction Every Friday

St. Joseph the Worker Church has Eucharistic Adoration & Benediction every Friday of the month. 

We invite you to be in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament every Friday from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the church.

Los invitamos a estar en la presencia del Santísimo Sacramento todos los viernes de 5:00 p.m. a 7:00 p.m. en la iglesia, seguido del Santo Rosario a las 7:00 p.m. y la misa en español los Primeros Viernes a las 7:30 p.m.

All are welcome. Todos son bienvenidos.

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Exciting School News!

Tuition Assistance for New Families

Through a generous donation to the Catholic Education Foundation (CEF), tuition assistance is available to NEW families to our Catholic school system. The amount can be nearly 50% off the tuition amount. Please share this great news with families you know who hesitate to apply to St. Joseph the Worker School because of the cost of tuition.

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COVID-19 Update

We are happy that we have continued to celebrate mass in our church building.

We ask that you continue to sanitize your hands upon entering the church for the sake of safety for everyone.

We will continue to follow the State, County and Archdiocesan public health guidelines These are the Guidelines:

Masks are still RECOMMENDED but not required in:

• Airplanes
• Indoor public setting and businesses such as retail, restaurants, theaters, family entertainment centers, cardrooms, meetings, state and local government offices that serve the public.
• Indoors at K-12 schools and daycare
• Churches and Houses of Worship

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Supporting Your Parish

Now is the time to give online!

Electronic Giving (e-giving) is an easy, convenient way to support your parish. Click on "e-giving" at the top right corner of this page and follow the instructions. You have the option to set up your contributions on an ongoing basis or as a one-time donation.

The chart below compares the most recent week’s collection with the same week last year.

Mail: If you prefer, you may mail your offering envelope with check to the parish: St. Joseph the Worker Church, 19808 Cantlay Street, Winnetka, CA 91306.