St. Joseph R.C. Church

One young man is ready to go! He has his Ice Cream and is looking forward to Stump the Seminarian 

More pictures will be posted shortly -- and the creative ice cream winner will be announced.

Thank you all for participating ---

and THANK YOU PATRICK for being brave enough to sit in that hot seat ------ we all had a wonderful time and you are a very knowledgeable young man!
 

  **Daily Mass & Sunday Mass will continue to be live streamed so those who are not comfortable or who are in any way health-compromised may still participate. Safety first!

This weekend we had Another beautiful Sunday with all of our Masses filled!
We are very happy to be back!

Many already know about Sunday Mass - but we could use help spreading the word. Below is the July Mass Schedule and some guidelines and responses to FAQ's:

At this time, Sunday Mass requires a Reservation because our seating is limited.
Reservation system opens on Wednesday morning for the following Sunday. If you reserve multiple seats for your family, and you know you do not need them, please go back on line and change your reservation so that others may attend. We are doing our best to ensure everyone has the opportunity to be at Sunday Mass. We cannot guarantee you will be able to attend the same mass every weekend.

Mass Schedule for July

Saturday:  5:00pm in English in the Church

Sunday In English:
7:00 in the Church
9:00 am - in the Church
9:15am - in the O'Connell Room
11:00am - Church
11:15 - O'Connell Room

Sunday In Spanish: 1:00pm in the Church

REGISTRATION Opens after 10 am each Wednesday for the next Sunday


WHAT TO KNOW:
--Everyone is asked to arrive 20 minutes prior to Mass beginning.
If you arrive after Mass begins, it is possible your seat has been given to another and you will not be able to enter.
--Seating is assigned - if you are coming as a family please have one person register for the whole family so that you will be seated together. This helps us maintain proper social distancing. You will NOT be able to choose your seat.
--There will be Collection baskets at the doors of the Church - your financial support at this time is greatly appreciated.
--Our CHURCH is currently at FULL capacity and we will continue to maintain safe social distance. Please follow the direction of the Volunteers.
--Masks MUST BE WORN fully covering your nose and mouth at ALL TIMES. To receive Holy Communion you may remove your Mask to consume the Host, but replace the mask immediately.
Mass will continue to be Live Streamed so that it can be viewed AT HOME. We ask that all who are in any way health-compromised please stay at home. Please do not put yourself or others at risk.
--If you are able to volunteer and help at the Mass you attend, please add VOLUNTEER in the Comments section of your Mass Reservation.
--If you are a Lector, and wish to be added to the schedule, please note LECTOR in the comments of your reservation.
--Only the Priest, Clergy, and Sacristan are to be on the Altar or in the Sacristy at all times.
--Our Parish is doing everything it can to maintain the health & safety of everyone. Thank you for your patience.  If you are not feeling well, or you have a fever, or have recently travelled to one of the high-risk areas, or you have recently been in contact with someone who is ill, please remain home and watch Mass from home. Help keep everyone safe. Thank you.
 

CLICK TO REGISTER FOR MASS
ON WEDNESDAY AFTER 10AM

Know someone who does not have computer access?
Have them give the office a call - we will set them up with a Communication Volunteer who will call them regularly with Parish Updates and who can register them for Mass!
631-669-0068 ext 100

THIS MESSAGE WAS ALSO SENT OUT AS A CONSTANT CONTACT UPDATE.  IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO, PLEASE REGISTER FOR CONSTANT CONTACT.  CLICK HERE 

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

Peace and grace in our Lord, Jesus Christ! Can you believe that it has already been a month since we joined together for Mass in the parking lot, celebrating the feast of Corpus Christi? Then, as now, much of what are able to accomplish is due to the generous volunteerism of our parishioners. That being said, there is much more we would like to do (for example, I would like to start up Mass on Saturday evening), yet we are in great need of volunteers, in particular, volunteers to help us manage and sterilize our church before and after Mass. If you are able to help, please do fill out the volunteer registration form that you can find in a button above this article on the website.

I would also like to use this occasion to share a few upcoming events in which you can participate virtually through our website and Vimeo page.

On Tuesday, July 7th, at 7:30 pm, we will enjoy some ice cream together as our seminarian, Patrick O'Brien, fields your questions about the faith.

On Saturday, July 11th, we will take a tour of the church, exploring the theological significance behind some of the art and symbols that we encounter there (a specific time has yet to be determined).

During the week of the 12th, Patrick will lead us in a reflection on the Rosary, after which we will pray the Rosary together (a specific date has yet to be determined).

Finally, on Tuesday, July 21st, we will begin our online discussions once again, this time reflecting on St. John Paul II's document on The Vocation and Mission of the Lay Faithful, as well as starting up the Christology course in Spanish.

We hope that you will join us for these different events. Please continue to check the webiste for up to date information. Let's end this update by having Patrick introduce his event to all of you.

Sincerely,
fr. Jason

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Dear Parishioners of Saint Joseph,

This coming Tuesday, July 7th, at 7:30pm, Father Jason and I will be going live for a program we are calling, “Stump the Seminarian”. You have the opportunity to submit questions by following the link below to a question submission form. This is an opportunity for you to ask questions about the faith, and see how much I know! Please be merciful, I hope to be able to answer your questions about the faith, the spiritual life, and the Church that we all love so much! Father Jason will be there to pose the questions, and be my emergency “phone a friend” option. I hope you will join us, whether you submit questions or not. Thank you all for being so kind, and for your prayers! “See you” Tuesday night!

In Jesus, Mary & Joseph,
Patrick O’Brien

QUESTION SUBMISSION FORM

Queridos Hermanos y Hermanas,

¡Paz y gracia estén con ustedes in nuestro Señor, Jesucristo! ¿Puede creer que hace un mes desde congregamos para celebrar la Misa de Corpus Christi en nuestro parqueo? Aquello tiempo, como ahora, no podemos hacer tanto sin la generosidad de nuestros voluntarios. ¡Muchas gracias a ellos! Sin embargo, queremos hacer más (incluso tener una Misa Sábado en la tarde), pero necesitamos más voluntarios, en particular, voluntarios para mantener y esterilizar nuestra iglesia antes y después de la Misa. Si puede ayudarnos, por favor llene nuestro formulario de registro que encuentra a través del enlace arriba que dice "Volunteer."

También, quiero usar esta carta para informarles de unos eventos que vienen. Se puede participar en estos eventos por nuestro website, o nuestra pagina de Vimeo.

Este Martes, el 7° de Julio, a las 7:30pm, vamos a disfrutar helados como nuestro seminarista, Patrick O'Brien contesta sus preguntas de la fe católica.

Este Sábado, el 11° de Julio, vamos a hacer un tour de nuestra iglesia, examinando el significado del arte y símbolos que están allí (anunciaremos un tiempo cuando lo decidimos).

En la semana del 12° de Julio, Patrick va a hacer una charla del rosario, después de la oraremos un rosario junto (anunciaremos una fecha cuando lo decidimos).

Finalmente, Martes, el 21° de Julio, empezamos de nuevo nuestro clases de teología. Leeremos el documento de San Juan Pablo II sobre La Vocación y Misión de los Laicos. Además, Miércoles, el 22° de Julio, empezamos un clase de cinco reuniones sobre Cristología en Español. Serán de 7pm - 9pm.

Esperamos que reunimos con nosotros por estos eventos. Continúe revisar este website para más información. Terminamos esta carta con unas palabras de Patrick.

Atentamente,
p. Jason

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Queridos Parroquianos de San Jose,

Este Martes, el 7° de Julio, a las 7:30 pm, Padre Jason y Yo vamos a transmitir en vivo una programa que se llama "Preguntar el Seminarista." Se puede entregar sus preguntas por el formulario que encuentra a través del enlace abajo. Es una oportunidad para preguntar a un seminarista de la fe, y para ver si yo puedo contestar todo. Espero que puedo contestar todas sus preguntas de la fe, la vida espiritual, y la Iglesia que amamos mucho. Padre Jason estará conmigo para leer las preguntas y ayudarme si no sé la contesta. Espero que se reunirá con nosotros, si entrega una pregunta o no. Gracias por su cariño y sus oraciones.

En Jesús, María, y San José,
Patrick O'Brien

FORMULARIO DE ENTREGAR UNA PREGUNTA

Please review the letter below to learn about policies regarding Mass schedules, what to expect if you come to Mass during this time, Mass registration, and the distribution of Holy Communion.

Por favor, revise la carta abaja para obtener información del horario de las Misas, las normas para celebrar y asistir la Misa, como registrarse para asistir la Misa, y la distribución de la santa Comunión.
 

CLICK HERE FOR LETTER 

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