St. Joseph Catholic Church Auburn, NE

06/04/2026

VBS Day 4 – A Beautiful Finish to an Amazing Week!

Today marked the final day of Vacation Bible School, and what a wonderful week it has been! We are so grateful for the opportunity to grow in faith, worship God, and share fellowship with one another. A heartfelt thank you goes out to all of our incredible volunteers who helped make this week so special for our children.

On our final day, we learned about the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary. Throughout the day, the children enjoyed music, class time, and outdoor fun during recess with their friends.

During craft time, the children created lanterns and floral pictures. We talked about how a lantern helps people see in the darkness, just as Jesus is the Light of the World. In the Luminous Mysteries, Jesus teaches, performs miracles, and reveals God’s love to all people. The children’s lanterns serve as a reminder to follow the light of Christ each day.

They enjoyed a special treat—cupcakes arranged in the shape of a large rosary, which was both a fun and meaningful way to celebrate all they had learned throughout the week.

To conclude our time together, the children and volunteers gathered outside on the lawn to pray a beautiful Living Rosary. It was a moving and prayerful way to end a week centered on growing closer to Jesus through the mysteries of the Rosary.

Thank you, parents, for sharing your children with us this week. We pray that the lessons, friendships, and faith-filled memories made during VBS will continue to shine brightly in their hearts long after this week has ended. God bless! ✝️💙🙏

06/02/2026

VBS Day 2 – The Sorrowful Mysteries

Today was another wonderful day at VBS as we explored the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary.

Our morning began with Mass, followed by music where the children enjoyed singing fun, upbeat songs along with learning beautiful new songs for Mass. There was plenty of excitement throughout the day with kickball, bubbles, jump rope, and lots of fun during recess.

During craft time, our Kindergarten through 2nd grade students created colorful bubble paintings. As they painted, they learned that the Sorrowful Mysteries remind us that Jesus experienced difficult and painful moments. Just as bubbles may pop but leave behind beautiful colors, God can bring goodness and beauty from our struggles when we trust in Him. At the end of crafts, they had time for Bible character charades, that brought out lots of giggles.

Our 3rd through 5th graders made mosaic crosses. They reflected on how a mosaic is made up of many small pieces that come together to create something beautiful. In the same way, when we offer our hardships and challenges to God, He can use them for good.

Today’s snack was a fun and meaningful treat—edible rosaries made from Cheerios, strawberries, and Kit Kats! The children are loving the creative ways we are connecting our faith lessons to each day’s activities.

We are grateful for another blessed day of faith, friendship, and fun, and we look forward to all that Day 3 has in store! ❤️🙏📿

06/01/2026

VBS is Off to a Joyful Start at St. Joseph’s!

Today marked the beginning of Vacation Bible School at St. Joseph’s, where children will spend the week learning about the Mysteries of the Rosary and growing in their faith.

The day began with a beautiful Mass, followed by music time, where the children learned new songs and joyfully sang some familiar favorites. They then gathered in their age groups for lessons, enjoyed games during recess, and created edible rosaries using marshmallows, grapes, and cheese for a fun and meaningful snack.

Our focus today was on the Joyful Mysteries. During craft time, the children made colorful coffee filter flowers. Just as flowers bring beauty and joy to the world, the Joyful Mysteries remind us of the happiness that comes from saying “yes” to God. As the children take their flowers home, we hope they will remember that God loves them deeply and desires their hearts to bloom with joy.

We are grateful for a wonderful first day and look forward to another faith-filled day of learning, prayer, and fun tomorrow! 🌸🙏✝️

05/08/2026

04/02/2026

Mass times for the rest of this holy week.

04/01/2026

The Altar Society/PCCW of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Auburn is having a raffle of a beautiful mosaic of Our Lady titled "Our Mother's Eyes of Mercy." It is handmade by Kathy Florence of His Handmaid Art. The mosaic is 8"x10" and features tiles of shaped ceramic, glass, millefiori, and Talavera. Tickets are 1 for $1.00 or 6 for $5.00. They will be available after weekend Masses April 18 & 19, April 25 & 26, and May 2/3. They may also be obtained by contacting Joyce Reich, Altar Society/PCCW president or mail payment to St. Joseph Altar Society/PCCW, 1616 G St., Auburn NE 68305. The drawing will be held May 3, 2026. It would make a special Mother's Day gift!