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.

Confirmation Year 1

Sunday, Dec 3rd, 9:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. (YM Room): “Christ’s Great Teaching: The Trinity”

Tuesday, Dec 19, 7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.(Hall) - Joint Sessions with Year 2. Christmas gathering and canned food drive.

Tuesday, Jan 9, 7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.(Hall)
OR
Sunday, Jan 14, 9:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. (YM Room): “Jesus Christ: Our Redeemer”

Confirmation Year 2

Tuesday, Dec 5, 7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. (Hall)
OR
Sunday, Dec 10, 9:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. (YM Room): “Reconciliation"

Tuesday, Dec 19, 7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. (Hall) - Joint Sessions with Year 1. Christmas gathering and canned food drive.

Upcoming Service Projects

Friday, Dec 15 (6 p.m. to 9 p.m. – Parish Hall) – Toy Drive Preparation

Saturday, Dec 16 (9 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Parish Hall) – Toy Drive Distribution

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, email JP

Religious Education

Registration for children and youth Catechesis is now open! Our parish sessions are offered in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese to children and youth in grades 1- 8, new and returning students, as well as children and youth with special needs. Registration process is the SAME for all families: “New and Returning.” Please review all guidelines and forms.

¡La registración de catequesis para niños y jóvenes está abierta! Sesiones parroquiales ofrecidas en inglés, español y vietnamita para niños y jóvenes en los grados 1-8, estudiantes nuevos y que regresan, así como a niños y jóvenes con necesidades especiales. El proceso de inscripción es el MISMO para todas las familias: “Nuevas y Volviendo.” Revise todas las reglas generales y formularios.

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.

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.

MASS INTENTIONS

We accept mass intentions on a quarterly basis beginning one month prior to the start of each quarter:

   • December for January - February - March
   • March for April - May - June
   • June for July - August - September
   • September for October - November - December

You may download and print the Mass Intention Request form from our website or get one at the Parish Center. Complete the form and deliver or mail it to the Parish Center with your $10 per Mass donation. A check payable to St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church is preferred; cash is accepted (exact amount, please). There is a limit of four requests per family. We do not accept phone requests.

COVID-19 Update

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

Please let your family and friends know that we would love to see them return if they have not yet done so.

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 STRONGLY RECOMMENDED for EVERYONE 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 & Houses of Worship

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.