Ministries
Ministries exist to fulfill the Church's mission of spreading the Gospel, building up the Body of Christ, and serving others. Through our service we are rooted in Jesus' command to love God and neighbor, enabling all Catholics to share in Christ's priestly, prophetic, and kingly roles through various forms of service and evangelization, from sacramental preparation to charitable works and community building.
Adoration
Commit to spending a specific, scheduled hour (or more) each week in prayer before Jesus Christ, present in the Blessed Sacrament. Adorers serve as guardians, ensuring the Eucharist is never left unattended. Contact Diane Thelen or the Parish Office for more information.
Altar Society
The St. Joseph Altar Society is dedicated to maintaining the beauty, cleanliness, and liturgical needs of the church's sacred spaces, especially the altar, sanctuary, and sacristy through volunteer service and fundraisers. Contact Barb Wesley or the Parish Office for more information.
Century Club Dinner
Century Club Dinner is the largest event for St. Joseph Parish. This dinner and auction is the highlight of their year. Funds raised at this event go to support St. Joseph School. Contact the School Office for more information.
Communion to the Homebound
Bring the Eucharist and community connection to our brothers and sisters who are unable to attend Mass. Please contact Therese Simon or the Parish Office for more information.
Finance Council
The Finance Council oversees the overall finances and facilities of the parish. The parish finances are reviewed monthly. This council reviews income and expenses and help establish the annual budget. Please contact Ben Kramer or the Parish Office for more information.
Fresh Fruits Farm Stand
First Fruits Farm Stand is a produce stand of excess fruits and vegetables from people’s gardens to share for free with the community. Anyone can donate their spare produce to the stand and then anyone who wants/needs the produce can take it. Leftover produce after Masses will be put under the pavilions for people to take during the week. It will operate as a first come– first serve basis. Contact Nick or Joanna Lawless or the Parish Office for more information.
Funeral Luncheon
After the loss of a loved one families are taxed with making countless decisions while working through their own grief process. St. Joseph Parish offers a funeral lunch to our parishioners to help them not need to worry about “one more thing” during their final arrangements. Contact Therese Simon or the Parish Office for more information.
Good Samaritan Ministry
The St. Joseph Good Samaritan Ministry has partnered with Feeding America of West Michigan to minister to our community as well as our surrounding communities by providing food, laundry soap, cleaning products along with hygiene and toiletry items to all of those in need. We offer two mobile food pantries once per month each. One located at Twin Rivers Elementary School, Muir and the other at the American Legion, Hubbardston. Contact Wanda Zenk or the Parish Office for more information.
Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic fraternal service organization, founded in 1882 by Father Michael J. McGivney as a mutual benefit society to provide financial aid and support for Catholic men and their families, emphasizing principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism through charitable works, community service, and promoting Catholic values. Contact Dave Antes, Mike Thelen, or the Parish Office for more information.
Liturgical Ministries
Serving in a liturgical ministry fosters full, active, and conscious participation in the liturgy. Regularly scheduler ministers include Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHC), Lectors, Altar Servers, Greeters, and collection counting. Contact Dcn. Wade Yott or the Parish Office for more information.
Parish Choir
Our Parish Choir enjoys bringing a joyous music to our liturgical celebrations. The blessing and gift of music is one that is best when shared. Contact Catherine Weber or the Parish Office for more information.
Parish Festival
The Parish Festival is held in June and offers live music, food, children's games, a parade, raffles and more. This event is planned and hosted by three couples from our parish. Contact the Parish Office for more information.
Parish Library
Our Parish Library has a treasure-trove of incredible Catholic books and movies. The entire catalog is available for review online as well. Contact Kelly Kowatch or the Parish Office for more information. Click Here to visit the Parish Library online.
Pastoral Council
The Pastoral Council is a consultative board that studies, reflects and advises the pastor as determined by the pastor. The Pastoral Council also assists and oversees our parish ministries. Contact Krista Cook or the Parish Office for more information.
Prayer Network
The Prayer Network is a prayer ministry which prays for prayer intentions for our parishioners and their loved ones. Learn how to join as a prayer warrior or how to submit a prayer request by clicking the ministry name above. Submit a request to MyParish App or contact the Parish Office to submit a prayer request. Visit MyParish App to sign up to receive notifications of prayer requests.
Prayer Teams
The St. Joseph Prayer Team is committed to helping their brothers and sisters in Christ embrace the power of prayer in their lives. Whether you are praying for yourself or a loved one; struggling with something or want to offer thanksgiving; our prayer teams desire to pray with you. Contact Stephanie Hengesbach or the Parish Office for more information.
Prison Ministry
We provide a Catholic presence to the incarcerated through weekly Catholic religious services and the sharing of Catholic educational resources. Contact Kevin Schulte, Bruce Jandernoa or the Parish Office for more information.
SHE Speaks
SHE Speaks is a video series for women In each episode of SHE Speaks you will hear a unique perspective on the challenges that women face today. You will not want to miss the powerful wisdom that these amazing women have to offer. There will also be time for discussion and prayer. Contact Beth Thelen, Jill Thelen, or the Parish Office for more information.
That Man is YOU!
That Man is You! is a men's group which meets weekly. It honestly addresses the pressures and temptations that men face in our modern culture, especially those relating to their roles as husbands and fathers. The program harmonizes current social and medical science with the teachings of the Church and the wisdom of the saints to develop the vision of man fully alive! Contact Mike Thelen or the Parish Office for more information.