News & Events
St. Joseph of the Lakes is proud to have an active faith community - there’s always something going on! Be sure check the listing below for news & events. Please check out our other channels too:
Parent Formation
Our March Parent Formation night is on Wednesday, March 25 in the Worship Space. We meet from 5:40 pm to 6:20 pm and all parents of the parish are invited to attend.
Stations of the Cross
This coming Friday, March 27 at 6:30 pm. On Good Friday, April 3 we pray the stations at 3:00 pm in the Worship Space.
CCW Planting Party
The CCW are partnering with Waldoch Farm and Garden Center for a planting party. Join us on Monday April 6th at 10:00 am or 5:00 pm. Waldoch’s Garden Center is located at 8174 Lake Dr. in Lino Lakes. The cost is $15 to reserve your spot. Space is limited so sign up early. Contact Kathy Johnson at kathy1970johnson@gmail.com or 651-210-1634. Get your green thumb ready for summer.
Year 2 Confirmation retreat — Saturday, March 28
"Never Alone: Confirmation." Our retreat will be here at St. Joe's and led by a young adult team from NET Ministries. Our retreat will begin at 10 AM, includes lunch, and also includes attending the 5 PM Mass. Families and Confirmation sponsors are welcome to attend Mass with their Year 2 Confirmation student(s), who will take part in the Rite of Sending at the Mass.
Palm Sunday Weekend Mass Times
Saturday, March 28
5:00 pm Mass
Palm Sunday, March 29
8:30 am & 10:15 am Mass
New Prayer Group is Seeking Participants!
As our parish begins an Evangelization focus that is directed by our Archdiocese, one of the first needs is that of prayer. Therefore, a new Evangelization Prayer Group has begun meeting, please join us!
Date: Thursday, April 2, 2026
Time: 1:30 to 3:00 pm
Place: Rooms 105 & 106
This prayer group will meet monthly, on the 1st Thursday of each month, from 1:30 to 3:00 pm. Jacob Wilson, Director of Evangelization for Saint Joe's, will be leading the prayer. It will be a peaceful time of reflection, hope and insights as we pray for the success of the Evangelization Team and other parish needs. No experience is necessary, just a love of prayer and a willingness to listen and pray, through scripture.
St. Joseph of the Lakes Egg Hunt - Saturday, April 4
We are currently accepting donations of wrapped candy to help fill Easter eggs for our annual St. Joseph of the Lakes Easter Egg Hunt! If you’re able to contribute, we would greatly appreciate it. Please drop off your candy at the Parish Office before Wednesday, April 1.
Registration is now available online for this special event, happening Saturday, April 4 starting at 9:30 am in the Great Hall. Please register by Wednesday, April 1!
Click here to register your child/ren!
Holy Week & Easter Schedules
HOLY THURSDAY, April 2
7:00 pm Mass of the Lord’s Supper followed by procession to the Great Hall for prayer until 10:00 pm
GOOD FRIDAY, April 3
3:00 pm Stations of the Cross
7:00 pm Reading of the Passion of the Lord and Veneration of the Cross and Holy Communion
HOLY SATURDAY, April 4
8:00 pm Easter Vigil
EASTER SUNDAY, April 5
8:30 am & 10:15 am Mass
Spring Flower Sale - Benefits our Mission Trip to Guatemala
We have our annual Spring Flower sale to help support our food shipment and mission trip to Guatemala. The plants are gorgeous and healthy and It’s easy to just view the selection online: www.gertensfundraising.com and our ID is 955. You can look for an individual to support or just the general group. Order early as some plants go fast! Last day to order is April 6!
Year 1 Confirmation retreat — Saturday, April 11
Our Year 1 retreat this year, held at St. Joe's, focuses on Catholic social teaching. We'll begin with lunch at noon in the Great Hall and hear from a guest speaker, have opportunities for hands-on service, and lift our hearts and voices to God through praise & worship music from a local music group, In The Name. We'll attend the 5:00 PM Mass as the culmination of our retreat; In the Name will also provide the liturgical music for that Mass. Families are welcome to attend Mass with their Year 1 Confirmation students.
Guest Musicians at 5:00 PM Mass on Saturday, April 11 -- In the Name Worship
St. Joseph of the Lakes is honored to have a visiting local group, In The Name Worship, provide music for our 5:00 PM Mass on Saturday, April 11, after they lead our Year 1 Confirmation students in praise and worship during retreat earlier that day. We encourage and welcome all to attend this Mass!
Year 2 Confirmation Mass — Sunday, April 19 at the Cathedral of St. Paul
Our Year 2 confirmands will receive the Sacrament of Confirmation at 2 PM at the Cathedral of St. Paul. This is a non-ticketed event and all are welcome to attend. Year 2 families will receive additional details about this Mass via St. Joe's Confirmation newsletter. Please email Sarah Ray in the parish office with any questions.
Vacation Bible School - Rainforest Fall - June 15-19
Rainforest Falls (VBS) is geared for kids entering Pre-Kindergarten through of 5th grade for the Fall of 2026-2027.
Join us at St. Joseph of the Lakes Church this summer for a week of fun at Rainforest Falls (VBS). Rainforest Falls is a wild adventure deep in the jungle! Kids will explore rushing waterfalls, tall trees, and amazing animals while learning how much God loves them. With fun Bible stories, music, games, and hands-on activities, each day is packed with excitement, laughter and faith-filled discoveries. Get ready to explore, play, and grow at Rainforest Falls!
Cost is $65.00 per camper until Friday, May 29th. Based on availability, late registration will be accepted at a fee of $75.00 per participant. Click here to register your child/ren.
We are also looking for teen and adult volunteers to help us out the week of VBS. To sign up to volunteer CLICK HERE!
Receive a Monthly Message from Archbishop Hebda
All of us in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis have the opportunity to sign up for a monthly message from Archbishop Hebda. You still have time to sign up for Archbishop Hebda’s newsletter, “Together on the Journey”! Sign up and learn more on the Archdiocesan website:
https://www.archspm.org/togetheronthejourney/
