St. Joseph Catholic Community, Plymouth & New Hope, MN

08/27/2026

St. Joseph News: Last Chance for Faith Formation Early Bird Savings!



WELCOME

Weekly Updates from St. Joseph Catholic Community
Welcome - Worship - Grow in Faith - Serve - Support - Connect - Give

WORSHIP

Regular Worship Schedule
Saturday, 4:30 pm - Parish Center
Sunday, 8 am - Historic Little Church
Sunday, 10 am - Parish Center & Online


Tuesday, 5:30 pm - Parish Center
Wednesday, 9 am - Parish Center
Thursday, 9 am - Parish Center
First Fridays, 11 am - Parish Center

Eucharistic Adoration - Wednesday, 9:30 am - 2 pm - Parish Center

Reconciliation Schedule
T uesdays: 5pm - 5: 20pm - Parish Center
Thursdays: 8:30am - 8:50am - Parish Center
or by Appointment ([email protected])

Please Note: Our next First Friday Mass and luncheon is Friday, September 4.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Early Bird Discount Ends Sunday!


Don't miss your opportunity to save $25 per child on Faith Formation registration. Early Bird pricing ends August 31 .

Faith Formation helps children and youth grow in faith, build friendships, and deepen their relationship with Christ.

Bringing Hope to Our Neighbors, One Bag at a Time!

Answer Christ's call to care for those in need by supporting our youth-led Bags of Hope project. Donations of personal care items, travel-size toiletries, bottled water, and packaged snacks will help provide practical support and dignity to our neighbors experiencing homelessness.

Please drop off donations in the Gathering Spaces at both churches.
Thank you for your generosity and compassion.

LOOKING AHEAD

Fall Is Just Around the Corner

Summer may not be over yet, but we're already looking ahead to an exciting season.
Mark your calendar and save these dates for faith, fellowship, and fun this fall!

Stay tuned for more details in the weeks ahead!

Life Line Screening Coming to St. Joseph's

Mark your calendar for Thursday, September 17 , when Life Line Screening will be at the Parish Center offering preventive health screenings that can help identify stroke and cardiovascular risk factors before symptoms appear. Appointments are available from 9 am to 4 pm .

SUPPORT

Prayer Requests

Prayer requests and Mass intentions can be made for those in need. We pray for those on the prayer list and also list everyone on our website.

Have a Blessed Week!

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08/20/2026

St. Joseph News: Bringing Hope to Our Neighbors, One Bag at a Time



WELCOME

Weekly Updates from St. Joseph Catholic Community
Welcome - Worship - Grow in Faith - Serve - Support - Connect - Give

WORSHIP

Regular Worship Schedule
Saturday, 4:30 pm - Parish Center
Sunday, 8 am - Historic Little Church
Sunday, 10 am - Parish Center & Online


Tuesday, 5:30 pm - Parish Center
Wednesday, 9 am - Parish Center
Thursday, 9 am - Parish Center
First Fridays, 11 am - Parish Center

Eucharistic Adoration - Wednesday, 9:30 am - 2 pm - Parish Center

Reconciliation Schedule
T uesdays: 5pm - 5: 20pm - Parish Center
Thursdays: 8:30am - 8:50am - Parish Center
or by Appointment ([email protected])

Please note: Our next First Friday Mass and luncheon is Friday, September 4.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Bags of Hope Collection Begins!

Answer Christ's call to care for those in need by supporting our youth-led Bags of Hope project. Donations of personal care items, travel-size toiletries, bottled water, and packaged snacks will help provide practical support and dignity to our neighbors experiencing homelessness.

Please drop off donations in the Gathering Spaces at both churches.
Thank you for your generosity and compassion.

Faith Formation Early Bird Discount Available Through August 31!

Faith Formation registration for Pre-K through Grade 12 is now open!
Register by August 31 to take advantage of Early Bird pricing.
Early Bird Rate: $75 per child through August 31
Regular Rate: $100 per child beginning September 1

Financial assistance is available, and no family will be turned away due to financial need. Parents who serve as catechists or aides receive a tuition discount.

THIS WEEK

50+ Singles Summer BBQ

Sun, Aug 23 | Parish Center
4:30 pm - Social Time & Apps
5:30 pm - BBQ Dinner
6:15 pm - Guest Speaker: Marge Beard, Three Rivers Commissioner
Brats & beverages provided. Please bring a dish to share.

Baptismal Preparation Next Tuesday

If your family is considering Baptism, now is a great time to begin the process.
Our next required Baptismal Preparation Class will be held
August 25 at 6:00 PM in the Parish Center .

LOOKING AHEAD

Fall Is Just Around the Corner

Summer may not be over yet, but we're already looking ahead to an exciting season.
Mark your calendar and save these dates for faith, fellowship, and fun this fall!

Stay tuned for more details in the weeks ahead!

Life Line Screening Coming to St. Joseph's

Mark your calendar for Thursday, September 17 , when Life Line Screening will be at the Parish Center offering preventive health screenings that can help identify stroke and cardiovascular risk factors before symptoms appear. Appointments are available from 9 am to 4 pm .

SUPPORT

Prayer Requests

Prayer requests and Mass intentions can be made for those in need. We pray for those on the prayer list and also list everyone on our website.

Have a Blessed Week!

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08/13/2026

St. Joseph News: Fall Dates to Save



WELCOME

Weekly Updates from St. Joseph Catholic Community
Welcome - Worship - Grow in Faith - Serve - Support - Connect - Give

WORSHIP

Regular Worship Schedule
Saturday, 4:30 pm - Parish Center
Sunday, 8 am - Historic Little Church
Sunday, 10 am - Parish Center & Online


Tuesday, 5:30 pm - Parish Center
Wednesday, 9 am - Parish Center
Thursday, 9 am - Parish Center
First Fridays, 11 am - Parish Center

Eucharistic Adoration - Wednesday, 9:30 am - 2 pm - Parish Center

Reconciliation Schedule
T uesdays: 5pm - 5: 20pm - Parish Center
Thursdays: 8:30am - 8:50am - Parish Center
or by Appointment ([email protected])

Please note: August 15 is the Feast of the Assumption. As it falls on a Saturday this year, it is not a Holy Day of Obligation. Our regular 4:30 p.m. Mass will be celebrated as the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Fall Is Just Around the Corner

Summer may not be over yet, but we're already looking ahead to an exciting season.
Mark your calendar and save these dates for faith, fellowship, and fun this fall!

Stay tuned for more details in the weeks ahead!

Faith Formation Early Bird Discount Available Through August 31!

Faith Formation registration for Pre-K through Grade 12 is now open!
Register by August 31 to take advantage of Early Bird pricing.
Early Bird Rate: $75 per child through August 31
Regular Rate: $100 per child beginning September 1

Financial assistance is available, and no family will be turned away due to financial need. Parents who serve as catechists or aides receive a tuition discount.

Thinking About Baptism?

If your family is considering Baptism, now is a great time to begin the process.
Our next required Baptismal Preparation Class will be held
August 25 at 6:00 PM in the Parish Center .

THIS WEEK

The Compassionate Friends

Mon, Aug 17 | 7-8:30 pm
Parish Center
For anyone grieving the death of a child, grandchild, or sibling. The Compassionate Friends offers gentle support, understanding, and hope.

LOOKING AHEAD

Life Line Screening Coming to St. Joseph's

Mark your calendar for Thursday, September 17 , when Life Line Screening will be at the Parish Center offering preventive health screenings that can help identify stroke and cardiovascular risk factors before symptoms appear. Appointments are available from 9 am to 4 pm .

SUPPORT

Prayer Requests

Prayer requests and Mass intentions can be made for those in need. We pray for those on the prayer list and also list everyone on our website.

Have a Blessed Week!

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08/06/2026

St. Joseph News: New Sacred Art in the Reconciliation Room



WELCOME

Weekly Updates from St. Joseph Catholic Community
Welcome - Worship - Grow in Faith - Serve - Support - Connect - Give

WORSHIP

Regular Worship Schedule
Saturday, 4:30 pm - Parish Center
Sunday, 8 am - Historic Little Church
Sunday, 10 am - Parish Center & Online


Tuesday, 5:30 pm - Parish Center**
Wednesday, 9 am - Parish Center
Thursday, 9 am - Parish Center**
First Fridays, 11 am - Parish Center*

Eucharistic Adoration - Wednesday, 9:30 am - 2 pm - Parish Center

Reconciliation Schedule
T uesdays: 5pm - 5: 20pm - Parish Center
Thursdays: 8:30am - 8:50am - Parish Center
or by Appointment ([email protected])

IMPORTANT SCHEDULE UPDATES:


*On Friday, August 7th, First Friday Mass will be replaced by a Communion Service
**On both Tuesday, August 11th and Thursday, August 13th, individual confessions will not be available and Mass will be replaced by a Communion Service

ANNOUNCEMENTS

New Sacred Art in the Reconciliation Room

"There will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous people who have no need of repentance." (Luke 15:7)
Have you seen the beautiful new artwork in the Reconciliation Room at St. Joseph's Parish Center? Recently installed are three framed prints depicting the Gospel stories of The Good Shepherd, The Lost Drachma, and The Prodigal Son, along with a hand-painted Byzantine icon of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the infant Jesus. Be sure to read Fr. Michael's bulletin article, "New Sacred Art in the Reconciliation Room," and stop by to view these inspiring additions the next time you're at church.

Faith Formation Registration is Open!

Faith Formation registration for Pre-K through Grade 12 is now open!
Register by August 31 to take advantage of Early Bird pricing.
Early Bird Rate: $75 per child through August 31
Regular Rate: $100 per child beginning September 1

Financial assistance is available, and no family will be turned away due to financial need. Parents who serve as catechists or aides receive a tuition discount.

THIS WEEK

PRISM Food & Funds Weekend

This weekend is PRISM Food & Funds Weekend . Your donation helps local individuals and families with food, housing and utility assistance. Please place your contribution in the PRISM collection box at the church entrance, or donate anytime by marking your check or envelope “PRISM Food & Funds.”
Thank you for making a difference!

A Good Book Awaits Aug 10 | 1:30 - 3:00 | Pope John Paul Rooms

Join the St. Joseph Book Club on Monday. This month's read is The First Ladies by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray. Whether you're an avid reader or simply looking for good conversation, all are welcome!

LOOKING AHEAD

Help Preserve St. Joseph Cemetery

Parishioner and Scout Mateo Cancino (Troop 3067) is seeking volunteers and donations for his Eagle Scout project to restore and mark unmarked graves at St. Joseph Cemetery. Volunteers will be needed mid to late August, and donations will help cover material costs.

Life Line Screening Coming to St. Joseph's

Mark your calendar for Thursday, September 17 , when Life Line Screening will be at the Parish Center offering preventive health screenings that can help identify stroke and cardiovascular risk factors before symptoms appear. Appointments are available from 9 am to 4 pm .

SUPPORT

Prayer Requests

Prayer requests and Mass intentions can be made for those in need. We pray for those on the prayer list and also list everyone on our website.

Have a Blessed Week!

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07/30/2026

St. Joseph News: Discover the Mystery of the Eucharist



WELCOME

Weekly Updates from St. Joseph Catholic Community
Welcome - Worship - Grow in Faith - Serve - Support - Connect - Give

WORSHIP

Regular Worship Schedule
Saturday, 4:30 pm - Parish Center
Sunday, 8 am - Historic Little Church
Sunday, 10 am - Parish Center & Online


Tuesday, 5:30 pm - Parish Center
Wednesday, 9 am - Parish Center
Thursday, 9 am - Parish Center*
First Fridays, 11 am - Parish Center**

Eucharistic Adoration - Wednesday, 9:30 am - 2 pm - Parish Center

Reconciliation Schedule
T uesdays: 5pm - 5: 20pm - Parish Center
Thursdays: 8:30am - 8:50am - Parish Center
or by Appointment ([email protected])

IMPORTANT SCHEDULE UPDATES:


*On Thursday, August 6th, individual confessions will not be available and Mass will be replaced by a Communion Service
**On Friday, August 7th, First Friday Mass will be replaced by a Communion Service

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Presence Begins Next Week!

Discover the beauty and meaning of Christ's Real Presence in the Eucharist through this four-week small group study. Sessions begin next week.


Wednesdays: August 5, 12, 19, & 26
6:30–8:30 pm | Fireside Lounge
Registration is required. Sign up today!

Faith Formation Registration is Open!

Faith Formation registration for Pre-K through Grade 12 is now open!
Register by August 31 to take advantage of Early Bird pricing.
Early Bird Rate: $75 per child through August 31
Regular Rate: $100 per child beginning September 1
Financial assistance is available, and no family will be turned away due to financial need. Parents who serve as catechists or aides receive a tuition discount.

Extreme Faith Camp 2026

The Holy Spirit was on the move at Extreme Faith Camp! Our St. Joseph youth and adult volunteers spent an unforgettable week growing in faith, building friendships, and encountering Christ. A special thank you to our parish community for your prayers and support. Your generosity helps make experiences like this possible and allows our young people to encounter Christ in a powerful way.

Please keep these young disciples in your prayers as they bring the joy and faith of camp back home. We hope even more St. Joseph families will join us next year!

NEXT UP

Knights of Columbus Walk for Life - Aug 1

Join the Knights of Columbus Council #3656 in supporting the Crystal Women's Clinic Walk for Life on Saturday, August 1 . Whether you make a donation or walk with the team, your participation helps support women, children, and families while promoting the dignity of life.

Help Preserve St. Joseph Cemetery

Parishioner and Scout Mateo Cancino (Troop 3067) is seeking volunteers and donations for his Eagle Scout project to restore and mark unmarked graves at St. Joseph Cemetery. Volunteers will be needed mid to late August, and donations will help cover material costs.

SUPPORT

Prayer Requests

Prayer requests and Mass intentions can be made for those in need. We pray for those on the prayer list and also list everyone on our website.

Have a Blessed Week!

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07/23/2026

St. Joseph News: Celebrating Deacon Bob This Weekend



WELCOME

Weekly Updates from St. Joseph Catholic Community
Welcome - Worship - Grow in Faith - Serve - Support - Connect - Give

WORSHIP

Regular Worship Schedule
Saturday, 4:30 pm - Parish Center
Sunday, 8 am - Historic Little Church
Sunday, 10 am - Parish Center & Online


Tuesday, 5:30 pm - Parish Center
Wednesday, 9 am - Parish Center*
Thursday, 9 am - Parish Center**
First Fridays, 11 am - Parish Center

Eucharistic Adoration - Wednesday, 9:30 am - 2 pm - Parish Center

Reconciliation Schedule
T uesdays: 5pm - 5: 20pm - Parish Center
Thursdays: 8:30am - 8:50am - Parish Center
or by Appointment ([email protected])

IMPORTANT SCHEDULE UPDATES:


*On Wednesday, July 29th, Mass will be replaced by a Communion Service
**On Thursday, July 30th, Mass will be replaced by a Communion Service, and individual confessions will not be available

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Join Us in Celebrating Deacon Bob

Join us after Parish Center Masses this weekend as we celebrate Deacon Bob's faithful ministry and many years of dedicated service to St. Joseph Catholic Community. Stop by to share your gratitude and best wishes.

Faith Formation Registration is Open!

Faith Formation registration for Pre-K through Grade 12 is now open!
Register by August 31 to take advantage of Early Bird pricing.
Early Bird Rate: $75 per child through August 31
Regular Rate: $100 per child beginning September 1
Financial assistance is available, and no family will be turned away due to financial need. Parents who serve as catechists or aides receive a tuition discount.

Extreme Faith Camp Update

Thank you for your prayers, encouragement, and generous support of our youth attending Extreme Faith Camp this week. Your support has made this faith-filled experience possible. Please continue to pray for our campers, adult volunteers, and leaders as they grow in faith and friendship. Enjoy these photos from camp, and stay tuned for more updates!

THIS WEEKEND

Family Movie Night!

Friday, July 24
Dinner at 6:00 pm
Movie at 6:30 pm
Parish Center


Bring your family, friends, pillows, and blankets for an evening of fun and fellowship. We'll provide hot dogs, popcorn, and a sweet treat—just come ready to relax and enjoy the movie!


Questions? Contact Katherine Byers .

Young Couples Gathering - July 25

Married 15 years or less? Join other Catholic couples for a day of faith, fellowship, and discussion on the joys and challenges of family life today.



Saturday, July 25
10:00 AM–2:00 PM
St. Joseph Catholic Community

Childcare is available, and no registration is required.
For more information, contact Nick San Juan at 952-200-1549.

50+ Singles BBQ - July 26

Join the St. Joseph 50+ Singles group for a summer BBQ at the Parish Center on Sunday, July 26, beginning at 4:30 pm. Enjoy food, fellowship, and good conversation! Please bring a dish to share (or $10 if unable).

LOOKING AHEAD

Upcoming Small Group Study: Discover the Source and Summit of Our Faith

Join us for Presence: The Mystery of the Eucharist , a four-week study exploring the beauty and meaning of Christ's Real Presence in the Eucharist.

Wednesdays: August 5, 12, 19, & 26
6:30–8:30 pm | Fireside Lounge

Facilitated by Kris Galvin Prine. Registration is required. A suggested donation of $10 helps cover the cost of the study guide each participant will receive.

Knights of Columbus Walk for Life - Aug 1

Join the Knights of Columbus Council #3656 in supporting the Crystal Women's Clinic Walk for Life on Saturday, August 1 . Whether you make a donation or walk with the team, your participation helps support women, children, and families while promoting the dignity of life.

SUPPORT

Prayer Requests

Prayer requests and Mass intentions can be made for those in need. We pray for those on the prayer list and also list everyone on our website.

Have a Blessed Week!

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12/28/2025

Come join us for the celebration of Mass - all are welcome 💚

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12/25/2025

Merry, Merry Christmas! Join us for the celebration of our Savior's birth 💚

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12/14/2025

Come join us for the celebration of Mass - all are welcome 💚

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12/07/2025

Come join us for the celebration of Mass - all are welcome 💚

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Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.