St. Joseph the Worker

 

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Holy Week Celebrations

Palm Sunday March 29

(Note: Arrive 15 min. early for Blessings of the Palms at each Mass)

4:00 PM Saturday

8:00 AM, 10:00 AM and 12:30 PM Spanish 

 

Tuesday March 31

4:00 PM Mass of Chrism at the Cathedral

 

Holy Thursday April 2

7:00 PM Mass of the Lord’s supper. (Washing of the feet)

followed by Adoration until Midnight

 

Good Friday April 3 (Fasting & Abstinence)

11:00 AM Stations of the Cross (Bilingual) outside

7:00 PM Veneration of Cross Services

 

Holy Saturday April 4

11:00 AM OCIA Functions

Easter Vigil

8:30 PM Vigil Mass of the Resurrection

 

Easter Sunday April 5

8:00 AM English Mass with Latin Hymns

10:00 AM English Mass

Easter Egg Hunt April 5

11:00 AM to 11:30 AM

11:30 AM Spanish Mass

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This week, the Sanctuary Lamp burns in Memory of Bill & Sharon Heinemann by Ed & Dina Heinemann.

 

Next weekend is Palm Sunday. Come 15 minutes early before all Masses.

 

Next Friday March 27th, we will conclude our Lenten Dinners. The Hispanic Community will host it with Shrimp Tamales, Potato Tacos, Mexican Rice, Vegetable soup and Tres Leche cake. All you can eat for $10. Tickets are sold after all Masses this weekend.  

 

Do you play an instrument? Our 4:00 PM choir is looking for a new accompanist to join them starting in a couple months. All instruments—including piano, guitar, and woodwinds—are welcome. Help us continue our tradition of praising God in music as we transition from Joyce Jenkins' wonderful service. If you’d like to share your talents, please call the office.

 

Please pick up an Easter Flower Envelope in the Narthex (In Honor of OR In Memory of) a loved one.

Please return them by Sunday March 29th.

 

The musical Fiddler on the Roof will be running next weekend, March 27, 28, and 29 in the auditorium at Tennessee Wesleyan University in Athens. Admission is free and our parishioner Dr. James Schiavoni is in the cast. The show starts Friday and Saturday at 7:00 PM and Sunday at 2:30 PM.

 

Our Parish Offertory Collection Basket is in the Narthex as you go out from church. Thank you for supporting our ministry. God Bless you!

 

8am Mass:

Please join us downstairs in the Parish Hall for coffee, donuts and fellowship.

 

10am Mass Only:

Please join us downstairs in the Parish Hall for a covered dish potluck and fellowship.

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A Lenten Feast for the Soul: Meatless Fridays & the Way of the Cross

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A Culinary Pilgrimage 

Each Friday during Lent, beginning March 7th and culminating on April 11th, embark on a culinary exploration with delicious meatless meals, lovingly prepared by the Women's Group, Knights of Columbus, and our vibrant Hispanic community. These shared meals offer not just sustenance, but a chance to connect with fellow parishioners and embrace the spirit of fellowship.

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Your Lenten Menu Awaits​​​

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• March 27: Our Lenten meal series culminates with a celebration of food and community, presented by our Hispanic community. Join us.

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Fuel Your Journey

Meatless meals begin at 5 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children (ages 2-12). Purchase yours in advance after Mass in the Narthex each weekend during Lent or from a member of the sponsoring groups. Your support will benefit our Family Life Center fund. Extend the invitation to friends and family – all are welcome!

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Walking the Way – Fridays Stations of the Cross

Following our shared meals, join us for a meditative journey through the Stations of the Cross, reflecting on Jesus' immense love and sacrifice. Stations will be held at 6 p.m. in English and 7 p.m. in Spanish.

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Good Friday

On Good Friday, April 3rd, the Hispanic Community will lead an outside reenactment of the Stations of the Cross at 11 a.m.  Come, journey with us this Lent. Nourish your body, deepen your faith, and connect with your community.

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