St. Joseph Catholic Church
Served by the Blessed Sacrament Congregation!
Served by the Blessed Sacrament Congregation!
St. Joseph Church will remember and honor those parishioners & their loved ones who died in the past year (2024).
The names will be displayed in the Church on the
WEEKEND of JANUARY 25-26, 2024.
If you have a loved one who died in 2024, please call the rectory office at (808)-935-1465, to submit their name. All names MUST be submitted by January 22.
One of the steps that is required for marriage in the Diocese of Honolulu, is a couple’s attendance at an Engaged Encounter retreat. This retreat allows couples to learn to communicate more deeply within the couple, and it asks the questions each couple needs to ask one another. It has been shown that couples who attend this retreat have happier, more committed relationships in their marriages. For the convenience of parishioners in East Hawaii, this retreat is held annually at St. Joseph Church in Hilo. Our next retreat takes place on the weekend of February 22 and 23, 2025. If you intend to get married in the next year or so, this is the retreat for you. There are, however, retreats throughout the year on the other islands, but this is the only one here. For more information, contact your parish or Fred Basilio at (808) 896-5432, Rose Nunogawa at (808) 935-1465, or Deacon Charley Mapa at (808) 935-1465/(808) 987-8713
World Marriage Day is celebrated throughout the world on the world on the second Sunday of February. St. Joseph Parish will offer a blessing for all married couples, including widows and widowers at all Masses on February 8 & 9, 2025
For any questions you can use the following contact information: WWMEBigIsland@gmail.com
Erin G. 808-478-6071
This coming Tuesday, January 21st is the monthly Knights of Columbus meeting, here at St Joseph downstairs meeting room, beginning 6:00pm. The Knights of Columbus is a fraternity of Catholic Men who do projects to help their parish and community. The Knights of Columbus also provides a bundle of benefits such as life insurance, retirement planning and more. Our council covers all parishes on the East side of Hawaii Island. If you are not a Knight, come and check us out and enjoy the fellowship of other Catholic men. All Catholic men are welcome.
Donate or Volunteer to Feed the Hungry!
We are seeking donations of the following items for our monthly Feed the Hungry Ministry.
Volunteers are also needed and welcomed.
Contact Bernie at (808) 640-8709 for more information.
Julian Taifmai
who receives the
Rite of Acolyte this weekend on Oahu.
This Rite is the last step before
Ordination.
Please keep Julian and Joan in your prayers.
Please accompany ALL minors (ages 17 & younger) to the restrooms. It is YOUR kuleana to keep them safe while attending Mass & parish events.
SAFETY NEEDS TO BE EVERYONE’S PRIORITY!
Just a friendly reminder that Children’s Liturgy is a program for all children between the ages of 5 through 12. The Word is shared through stories, discussions, pictures and games to convey the message of the Scriptures. Most importantly, they learn how Jesus is present in our lives through the Gospel and the Eucharist.
So please encourage your children and grandchildren to attend and participate in the Children’s liturgy.
For more information, please contact the Religious Education office.
Mahalo
Catholic Stewardship is the commitment to be Christ-centered and grateful to God. It involves living out gratitude, justice, and love by using God's gifts wisely and sharing them generously.
Thank you for being one of God’s stewards and for sharing your gifts. The gifts of your time, talent and treasure make a difference.
Please remember St. Joseph Parish in your will!
This weekend we kick-off the campaign for `Ohana in Christ. St. Joseph Parish goal for the year is $18,257.00.
You may scan the QR code and fill out the form directly on your cell phone or electronic device. If you prefer there are pledge card available that you can fill out and drop in the collection plate and we will mail them for you.
Or you may wish to make a donation by simply placing your donation into an envelope and placing in the collection plate (there were no OIC envelopes provided this year). Campaign runs until the end of June 2025.
BEWARE of emails pretending to be from the Bishop or our priests and asking for special favors.
They are phishing emails and are a scam.
Please do not respond!!
Call or stop by the office if you have questions.
MANAGE YOUR GIVING ONLINE
St. Joseph Church uses the online portal Vanco for our online giving and can be viewed by accessing the parish website and clicking the online donation button or clicking donate now button below.
For those of you who have considered online giving yet never tried ...now’s the time! Please go to our VANCO site and set up a new user account with them. MAHALO
Thank you
for your support of our parish!
Contact Dcn. Charley Mapa
for possible volunteer opportunities!
808-935-1465
Examples: Children's Liturgy, Relgious Education, Altar Serving, Feeding the Hungry, etc. We have weekly, monthly, or other annual event opportunities for you to choose from.
Mahalo!
FOR ALL CURRENT AND PROSPECTIVE
STUDENTS OF ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL!!
FOR THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR
TUITION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Deadlines & Notifications
Application Window – January 10 to March 1, 2025 Completed applications, required documents and $45 application fee are due to FACTS. Late applications WILL NOT be accepted.
Best High School in Hawaii!
Triple Crown Accredited
Learn more: www.sjshilo.com
