St. Joseph Downingtown - Prep/OCIA/CLOW

04/20/2026

St. Teresa of Calcutta said:

These are the few ways we can practice humility:

To speak as little as possible of one's self.

To mind one's own business.

Not to want to manage other people's affairs.

To avoid curiosity.

To accept contradictions and correction cheerfully.

To pass over the mistakes of others.

To accept insults and injuries.

To accept being slighted, forgotten and disliked.

To be kind and gentle even under provocation.

Never to stand on one's dignity.

To choose always the hardest.

02/11/2026

PREP students are welcome in CYO Sports!

Sign up now through March 1st for the spring season!

⚾ Baseball - Boys JV (5th-6th) & Boys Varsity (7th-8th)

🥎 Softball - Girls JV (5th-6th) & Girls Varsity (7th-8th)

🥍 Lacrosse - Boys JV (5th-6th) & Boys Varsity (7th-8th) / Girls JV (5th-6th) & Girls Varsity (7th-8th)

🏃Track - Subnovice (K-4th) & Track and Field (5th-8th)

CYO (Catholic Youth Organization) Sports is an important part of our parish’s youth ministry, bringing together faith, teamwork, and fun. Through sports, students grow not only as athletes, but also in their relationship with God and in their understanding of the Catholic faith — all while building friendships within our parish community.

Students who attend public school and participate in PREP are welcome and encouraged to join CYO, as long as they are registered parishioners and actively practicing their faith. CYO offers age-appropriate opportunities for students to play, learn, serve, and grow — both on and off the field.

We would love to see more of our PREP students representing our parish in CYO this season! If your child is interested in participating or you’d like more information about eligibility, sports offerings, or next steps, check out our website and reach out if needed!

👉 Click HERE to learn more about CYO Sports

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👉 PLAYER REGISTRATION SPRING 2026: https://registration.teamsnap.com/form/42287

👉 COACH REGISTRATION SPRING 2026: https://registration.teamsnap.com/form/44783

Come be part of something bigger — faith, fellowship, and fun, through CYO Sports!

TeamSnap Registration

02/11/2026

01/22/2026

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CAMP DAMASCUS

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01/05/2026

Today, we celebrated Christmas and the New Year with our OCIA family, Class of 2026!

Thank you all who was able to join us. We are so grateful for the fellowship, shared food, and joyful conversations.

What a beautiful way to celebrate our journey together.

Wishing you and your families a blessed and happy New Year! 🎉🙏 🥳🙏✝️

12/12/2025

Our PREP & OCIA students donated 104 stockings for the Stockings for Heroes program here at St. Joseph.

Our catechist, Laurie dropped them off the VA in Coatesville today.

CONGRATULATIONS on a great collection!
🥳🎄🎅🤶🙏

11/15/2025

Join us today to support BABTU - St. Joseph Chapter

Equipment Collection Drive
50/50 Tickets

11/10/2025

🌿 Living the Gospel Through Service! 🌿

St. Joseph Parish is excited to announce that we’ve opened a new parish mission in support of BABTU, a charitable organization that empowers communities through faith, education, and hands-on vocational training.

You may remember our Handel’s Fundraiser earlier this fall and the Christmas cards our PREP students made for children at Marengoni Primary School. Now, we’re continuing this mission with a special opportunity to give back!

🛠️ BABTU Equipment Donation Drive
📅 Saturday, November 15
🕚 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 St. Joseph Parish

We’re collecting new or gently used items for:
🔹 Automotive Mechanics
🔹 Carpentry/Joinery
🔹 Hairdressing/Cosmetology
🔹 School Supplies

🎟️ 50/50 Raffle Tickets are also available all week in the PREP Office — $5 each or 3 for $10!
All proceeds go 100% directly to support the students of St. Joseph’s Vocational School through BABTU.

Every donation and ticket helps extend the compassion of Christ to those striving to build a better future. Together, let’s make a difference through faith, hope, and service. 💛

11/04/2025

2025 - 2026 7th grade Project Clean Out...a total of 139 bags of clothing were donated and delivered to Green Drop and will all go to The American Red Cross as Green Drop now only works with the Red Cross.

Congratulations 7th graders! 🥳

10/19/2025

Ministry Table of the Week! 🥳

Please consider volunteering. 🙏

Children's Liturgy of The Word ♥️