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Sing Praises
Formerly
known as the Contemporary Group, this modern-style ensemble is now
open to all ages and invites everyone to share contemporary
praise and worship songs. Rehearsals are Wednesdays from 8:30pm to
9:15pm in the church sanctuary. |
Ladies Guild
The Ladies Guild
helps with spiritual and social development of its members and
raises funds for the benefit of the parish. All women are
invited to join. Mass and Devotions are celebrated every
Tuesday evening in the chapel at 7:00 p.m., September through June. |
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Altar Servers
Altar Servers
assist at weekend Mass, they also serve weddings, funerals and other
special liturgies. The altar servers are sixth, seventh and
eighth graders from our parochial school for the CCD program.
Any child new to the parish is encouraged to contact the rectory if
he/she would like to join. |
Lectors
Lectors are those
parishioners who proclaim the Word of God at Masses and other
liturgies in church and in the chapel. The duty of a lector is
of a sacred nature since the words they speak before the assembly of
believers come from Almighty God. For more information,
contact Rev. Mr. Jack Betzal at 610-497-3045. |
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Catholic Youth
Organization
The
Catholic Youth
Organization (CYO) offers a multitude of opportunities for our
youth. Its purpose is to help the young people of our Parish
develop a healthy, Catholic attitude toward youthful activities.
It offers students the opportunity for meaningful experiences and
leadership through responsibility to self, family, church and
community. |
Ministers of Hospitality
The Ministers of
Hospitality (ushers) help create a friendly and welcoming
environment by warmly greeting all who enter our church doors,
especially new members and visitors from other parishes.
Contact Jim Grugan at 610-494-5168 for more information. |
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Eucharist Ministers
A dedicated group of
lay men and women who bring the Eucharist to the sick and disabled
and also at Mass each Sunday. Contact the rectory if you are
in need of the service of a Eucharistic Minister. |
St. Joseph Chorale
This
multi-generational choir focuses on learning intricate
liturgical choral meditations in three and four part harmony, as
well as clear and precise unisons. They embrace the beauty of
ensemble singing at its core through intensely focused, yet
light-hearted and inspirational rehearsals. “Chorale” meets
Wednesdays from 7pm to 8pm in the church sanctuary. |
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Home and School
Association
The purpose of the
Home & School Association is the advancement of Catholic
education and the welfare of all the school children of our parish.
The Home & School Association promotes parent-school activities,
supplements school resources and provides interesting speakers at
meetings to speak on various topics of interest to parents and
teachers. Click here
for more information. |
Boy/Cub Scouts
All first grade through
age 18 boys are invited to join the fun and adventure of
camping, hiking and making friends. Contact Glen Clark at
610-494-3573 for more information. Click here to Visit Troop 225's Web Page |
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Knights of Columbus
The Father James A.
Donnelly Council #11782 in the Knights of Columbus Council of St.
Joseph Parish is a Catholic Fraternal Organization of men dedicated
to the service of family, parish, community and faith. Their
work consists of charity, fraternity, unity and patriotism.
For more information contact Membership Coordinator and Deputy Grand
Knight Jim Grugan at 610-494-5168 or Grand Knight Ed Strugala at
610-859-0765. |
Girl Scouts
Girls from
kindergarten
through eighth grade are invited to have fun and grow in self esteem
and become involved in the community and world around them. If
you are interested in joining, please contact Joanne Misci at
302-750-4531 or email at
joamis@aol.com. |
Cantors
If you would
like to become a cantor, please understand that this is the only
area of the ministry that will require solo singing.
However, gentle training will be provided and you will only begin to
cantor when, and if, you feel ready. Individual and group
practices are available at pre-arranged scheduled times.
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Young Adult Music
Ministry
This is a group of
young adult musicians who provide music for various liturgies.
Please contact the rectory if you are interested. |
Music Ministry
Appropriately
named, Music Ministry is a collaboration of all participants of the
ministry. The music is a blend of all different genres, so as to
appeal to various tastes. All ministry members are encouraged to
attend these rehearsals because the diverse musical exchange is
truly fulfilling. We rehearse Wednesdays from 8pm to 8:30pm in the
church sanctuary.
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Spirit in Song
This group is a
brand new MEGA-FUN combo of SJS and PREP kids!
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