St. Joseph the Worker

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​Q: What is the latest update on the Family Life Center?

A: Things are getting a little exciting now! Up to this point, the FLC has been moved forward on solid faith and optimism. However, the “vision” is becoming closer to “reality”!

Donations are still crucial. Our Cash on Hands grows steadily but please continue to give generously. The good news is the construction blueprints are in development with our architect & contractor. The FLC Sub-Committee continues to meet with the contractor and the subs to flesh out the details of the FLC and the renovation of the lower level of our current Social Hall. Once the drawings are complete, the costs will be projected based on the design decisions. They will then present the real cost estimate to build our new Family Life Center. 

Once that number is established and approved by Father, we will go to the Diocesan Building & Finance Committees to seek their recommendation for approval by the Bishop. We anticipate we will have the blueprints & the cost sometime in the next 2-3 month and we could break ground sometime in the 4th quarter. Please keep in mind that this is a large commercial project, and timing can change but we can all feel the Family Life Center is happening!

Now that the Gala is over, we will be placing the renderings of the FLC in the Narthex to remind everyone of the beautiful, functional, new space that will allow us to continue building our story of Faith, Family, and Fellowship.

Our ACTION ITEM continues to be - RAISE MONEY! It would be wonderful if our line-of-credit loan from the Diocese is small enough to be paid off in 7-10 years instead of 15 years. Donations are still coming in and our Gala will also boost our funding. If you have already donated, please consider donating again and if not, now is the time to pledge. There are other options for donating to the FLC such as purchasing a brick for the Courtyard or secure a Naming Opportunity such as sponsoring a classroom, or an office or kitchen equipment, or a bench or planter for Courtyard, even loose change is welcome. The more funds we can generate now, the 
less we need in the future.

God Bless us as we commit to this building project which will accommodate the growth of our Faith Family and 
Fellowship in Monroe County.

We request your prayers. Faith, Funds, and Volunteers will make the Family Life Center a reality

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Save the Date:  Religious Education will sponsor the "The Family Fun Festival” to be held on Sunday, May 24th 2:00-5:00 at SJTW Catholic Church.  All proceeds will go towards our Family Life Center.  The Family Fun Festival includes pony rides, outdoor games, petting zoo, bouncy house, face painting and concessions.  Wrist bands for all kids and adults are $15 @ in advance and $20 at the event.  Bring your kids, your neighbors’ kids, or your grandkids and help them have a day of family fun and raise money for the Family Life Center.  If you would like to sponsor a family or kids, please contact the church office at 423-442-7273                        Download Flyer in English                

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Gala Cash Sponsors

Thank you to all our generous Cash Sponsors and Donors for making our inaugural gala such a success.  Your support not only brought our community together in faith and fellowship but will directly help build our new Family Life Center – a space that will strengthen our ministries and serve families for years to come.  We are truly grateful.

 

Platinum Sponsors                                              Gold Sponsors

Anonymous                                                              Anonymous

Ron & Lorene Steffes                                              Volunteer Federal Bank                             

Duane & Dorothy Baumert                                     McCamy Construction-Grant McMahan

Billsby Lumber Company - Joel Woodruff          

JoAnn Estep- Swartz

 

Silver Sponsors                                                     Bronze Sponsors

Richard Burris                                                          Donna Blain             

Senor Lopez – Juan Garci                                     Boyd Bunting

Theresa Hare – In Memory of Gary Hare            Keener Homes, Inc.

Jack & Joyce LaMantia                                           Kenneth & Deborah Latos

Nancy Smith                                                             Mae Moore

                                                                                    Rarity Bay Marathon

                                                                                    Ted Schroback

 

Honorary Sponsors

Ed & Lori Gentile                  Mike & Patty Snyder                Dan & Barb Callan        

John & Lois George           John & Michelle Hammond      Jim & Marguerite Lewis

Gerry & Kim Schlueter        Larry & Jen Zeno

 

Gala Volunteers

Thank you to all of the volunteers whose time, talent and enthusiasm helped shape our inaugural gala.  Because of you, we experienced a night of connection, celebration and service.  We are truly blessed by this community and grateful to every one of you.

 

Aimee Luce                           Jenifer Zeno                          Maureen Evans       

Angie Guderjan                    Jessie Fusaro                       Michelle Hammond 

Bob Froeder                          Jim Lewis                              Mike Snyder

Carolyn Chase                      Karen Grothous                    Monica Gannon       

Carrie Kemble                      Kathy Mortensen                  Nancy Sheets          

Cindy Willbee                       Keira Corcoran                     Olivia Karnes

Claudia Brazeau                  Kevin Laurence                    Ralph Arata

David Brown                         Kim Ferriter                           Rita Anderson

Diane Smith                          Larry Zeno                             Rose Morrissey

Ed Gentile                             Lori Gentile                            Ruth Campbell        

Eileen Karnes                       Lynn Laurence                      Ruth Simon

Gabrielle Luce                      Margaret Cummings            Sabine May

Gerry Schlueter                    Marguerite Lewis                 Security Team

Helen Hargest                       Marie Alberque                     Stacey Froeder        

Ian McFadden                      Mark Karnes                         Tami Clowers

Jan Aleska                             Mary Beavers                       Tina Bolton

 

Silent Auction Donors

Our heartfelt thanks to the community businesses, parishioners, families and friends whose generous donations made our inaugural gala a wonderful celebration of faith and fellowship.  We invite our parish community to kindly consider patronizing these generous businesses in appreciation of their support.

 

5th Nail Lounge - Amici- Ann Cassidy - Anonymous - Anytime Fitness -

Gallaher Plastic Surgery & Spa - Bare Beauty Esthetics - Benton's Smoky Mountain Country Hams

Bill & Lenore Marquardt -  Bo and Ruth Maslanyk - Bo Carey - Bruce & Marie Alberque

Carolyn & Eric Chase - CASA Monroe - Casual Pint - Chili's - City Farms Wine and Spirits

Claire Payne - Claudia Brazeau - ComForCare - Ed McMahon - Everhart Lumber

Father Julius Abuh - Food Lion - Gemini Hospitality - Bella - Gondolier Pizza & Italian -

Greer's Home Furnishings - Hacienda Ayala - Helen and Bill Hargest - Home Depot

Honey Baked Ham - Ian & Angela McFadden - Ingles - John & Sarah Toliver

Kate Grady - Kathleen Byers - Kathryn Payne - KFC - Kim Ferriter - Knight of Columbus

Knoxville Zoo - Larry & Jenifer Zeno - Lenoir City Fitness - Let Freedom Ring Jewelry - Lincoln Gems

Lorenzo's Mexican Grill - Loudon Fitness Center -  M Salon & Merle Norman Studio

Margaret Cummings - Mark & Eileen Karnes - Mike & Julie Capozzi - Mitchell S. Karnes

Monroe Wine and Spirits - Nancy Sheets - Pamela Hamlin - Paul & Rita Anderson

Pepper Laser Engraving - Petsense - Pink Cloud Hair Studio - Pizzeria Venti Catering

Rachel and Richard LeGrand - Rarity Bay Golf and Country Club

Razberries Maryville's Chic Boutique _ Rita and Matt Lynch - Robert & Stacey Froeder

Ron & Lorene Steffes - Roost Interior Design - Ruby Falls - Salon Anew - Sandy Swafford

Senor Lopez - Simply Wine and Spirits - Sirrabelle Boutique - SJTW Choirs

SJTW Women's Group - Sloan's Hardware - Starbucks - Jersey Ink Custom Apparel

Sunset Wine & Spirits - Susan & Ralph Arata - Sweet & Sassy Shoppe - Telli Café

Tellico Community Players - Tellico Hearing Solutions - Tennessee Valley Winery

Thai Bistro - The Burgers - The Italian Apron - The Story Tour-The Grove Church

Topgolf - Total Wine & More - Victory Bar & Grill- Village Quilters - Vince & Ruth Campbell

Vonore Beauty Shop - Vonore Emporium - Watts Bar Lake Jellystone Park - Zach & Mary Elkin

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About the Family Life Center

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The expansion of our parish facilities, including the new Family Life Center, is not just about one ministry—it is about meeting the growing needs of our entire faith community. The rapid increase in parishioners, evidenced by crowded Masses and limited meeting space, has made it challenging to support essential ministries like RCIA, religious education, Bible studies, and various committees.

 

The Family Life Center will provide much-needed classrooms, a larger hall, a spacious kitchen, private offices, and storage, ensuring that our ministries and parish activities can continue to flourish. This project is not just about space—it is about strengthening our parish family, fostering deeper connections, and expanding our ability to serve both parishioners and the wider community. As our faith family grows, so must our facilities, and with everyone's support, we can make this vision a reality.

​We request your prayers.  Faith, Funds, and Volunteers will make the Family Life Center a reality!

 

Thank you so much for your support!​​​​​

 

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