St. Joseph Catholic Church

09/02/2026

First Annual Envelope Christian Formation Fundraiser Event

Aug 29-Sept 30

Join Us in Making a Difference!

Your contribution helps provide curriculum, dynamic programing, events, retreats, education, food, and resources for all of Christian Formation: Children, Adult Formation, Youth and Young Adult Ministry, Family Ministry and more!

1. Take an envelope from the board -contribute the number on the envelope or any amount is welcome!

2. Return your envelope in the collection plate Drop it off at the parish office or Scan the QR code to give online

3. Checks payable to Saint Joseph Catholic Church - memo: "Christian Formation"

Please include the card with your name, email, and phone number for our tax records and so we can pray for you!

08/30/2026

We become living tabernacles when we receive holy Communion. Let us spend time with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament to strengthen us against the evils in the world and give us the courage to live like his disciples!

08/30/2026

This November, Virginians will face a grave moral decision at the polls - their vote on the Virginia Right to Reproductive Freedom Amendment (Ballot Question 1).

This extreme amendment proposes enshrining unlimited abortion, even up until birth, in our state constitution and eliminating many of the current safeguards that protect women and minors.

Bishop Knestout is committed to educating voters on the dangers of this amendment and urges everyone to vote no to Ballot Question 1.

Read more about this extreme amendment and Church teaching: https://bit.ly/ProtectVA-CV0231

08/29/2026

The Passion (Beheading) of St. John the Baptist, pray for us!
“His head was the price of a dance.” St. John Vianney
Prints, plaques & holy cards available for purchase. Link in our bio.
https://www.portraitsofsaints.com/collections/all/all-images-st-john-the-baptist

08/28/2026

Today we celebrate the feast of St. Augustine, bishop and Doctor of the Church.

With a heart devoted to seeking truth, St. Augustine contemplated deeply the mystery of the Triune God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Three Persons, one God, united in perfect and indivisible love.

May his witness inspire us to seek God with our whole hearts. St. Augustine, pray for us!

Happy feast day of St. Augustine!

Please pray for all educators as they begin their school years/faith formation season! We’re especially grateful for the educators who generously share the Faith and help young people grow closer to Jesus.

Looking for a simple way to help your students better understand Scripture and the teachings of the Church? Discover Ascension’s Young Beginner’s Bible and Catechism: https://bit.ly/3UxaRX7

08/28/2026

08/24/2026

As we approach the end of the month, let us continue praying for Pope Leo’s August prayer intention — for evangelization in the city.

May we feel empowered to preach the Gospel and bring God’s love to those living in large cities, breaking through the loneliness and isolation that many face.

08/22/2026

Happy feast day of the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary!

Her crown is one of humility, obedience, and perfect love for God. As Queen of Heaven, she does not cease to be our Mother, gently interceding for us and leading every heart entrusted to her toward Christ the King.

May we place ourselves beneath her maternal care and follow where she always leads: to Jesus.

Queen of Heaven, pray for us.

Today, the Church celebrates the memorial of the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary, who bore the Son of God, the Prince of Peace, whose kingdom will have no end; she is hailed by the Christian people as Queen of Heaven and Mother of Mercy.

08/21/2026

Don't forget to register your children for the upcoming 2026/2027 Christian Formation year!

Mark your calendars for a Parent Meeting August 30th after the 11:30 AM Mass in the Parish Hall. All parents please attend!

August 30th is the last DAY TO REGISTER kids for formation.

If you haven't registered them yet...please help us by doing so now so that we can plan accordingly for materials, resources, and catechists/volunteers.

Here's how:

*click on the registration link
*fill out the form
go to: https://www.wesharegiving.org/app/giving/WeShare-2985?tab=home
*choose Christian Formation Fees
*submit payment and Form