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:
Opening in Childcare Room
We have a busy childcare room that provides care to our toddlers and children during various ministries as well as Sunday morning 10:00 am Mass. At this time St. Joe's is looking to hire 1-2 adult childcare providers who would be available primarily Thursday evenings from 5:45 - 7:30 pm, as well as an occasional Wednesday evening or Sunday morning. Individuals must pass a background check and take online Virtus training as requested by the Archdiocese. Interested? Please contact the parish office at 651.784.3015 or send an email to: Office@SaintJosephsParish.org.
Parent Formation Wednesday, November 5, 2025 in the Worship Space
Join us for our monthly parent formation sessions! These are open to all parents/guardians. Our next session is Wednesday, November 5 from 5:40 pm to 6:20 pm (during elementary grades' faith formation class time).
November session's topic: "Get Holy and Die Trying"
Come and dive in with other parents as we grow together in faith!
Altar Server Training
All current Altar Servers and those wishing to become an Altar Server are required to attend one of these two trainings:
· Thursday, November 6 at 7:15 pm in the Worship Space
· Saturday, November 15 at 8:00 am in the Worship Space
All those in 4th grade through Adult are welcome to become an Altar Server here at St. Joe’s. If you have any questions please contact Andrea Grasse at AndreaG@SaintJosephsParish.org.
2025 CCW & K of C Christmas Boutique
Please join us on Saturday, November 8 from 9 am to 3 pm and Sunday, November 9 from 9 am to noon. Shop unique gifts, crafts, and decorations from more than 50 vendors. Snack on fresh handmade cinnamon and caramel rolls. Lunch on a delicious pulled pork sandwich, hotdog, sloppy Joe, turkey wild rice soup, or Fr. Minh’s famous egg rolls. Take home a treat from the wide assortment of handcrafted candies and bake sale items and be sure to grab some KC beef jerky.
Youth Mass Sunday, November 9 at 5:30 PM
ALL are welcome to attend the St. Joe's monthly Youth Mass on Sunday evening, November 9 at 5:30 pm.
Looking for Support as a Caregiver - Tuesday, November 11
St. Joe’s offers a caregiver support group once a month on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 10:00 am in Rooms 105-106. Caregiver and group member Diane K., a St. Joe’s parishioner, encourages others to join us – give it a try, continue if you’re comfortable, and have some needs met as you navigate a challenging situation.
We’re a small group that meets for camaraderie and help with care ideas for those for whom we provide care. We provide the opportunity for each voice to be heard and to feel understood by other caregivers who may have different experiences but who share many of the same feelings about their caregiving experience. The group facilitator, Sarah Ray, is a ‘sandwich caregiver,’ providing support for her mother while also raising a family with her husband. Caregivers are welcome to join us and attend for as long as they feel comfortable, including when their caregiving situation changes. Please reach out to Sarah Ray with any questions (SarahR@SaintJosephsParish.org). No sign-up needed; come as you are.
Eucharistic Minister Training
All current Eucharistic Ministers and those wishing to become an Eucharistic Minister are required to attend one of these two trainings:
· Saturday, November 15 at 9:00 am in the Worship Space
· Thursday, November 20 at 7:15 pm in the Worship Space
All those who have been confirmed and are Sr. High through Adults are welcome to be Eucharistic Ministers here at St. Joe’s. If you have any questions please contact Andrea Grasse at AndreaG@SaintJosephsParish.org.
Baptism Preparation Class
The next Baptism preparation session will be held on Saturday, November 15 at 10:00 am. Please call Jenni at 651.784.3015 to register for the class or with any questions about baptisms at St. Joe’s.
Saints of Swing—Swing Dance
Come dance and listen to the Saints of Swing on Saturday, November 15 in our Great Hall from 7:00-10:00 pm. The sounds of big band music will delight you. Dance lessons will be available starting at 6:15 pm, tickets are available at the door.
Saint John’s Bible This Week
This weekend’s illumination is from the Book of Amos and is titled Demands of Social Justice. The artist, Suzanne Moore commented that many of the pieces she worked on have been about choice, the alternatives of light and dark, obedience and disobedience; and this is no exception. Stop by the St. John’s Bible in the Gathering space and spend some time with this incredible illumination. You can also find it on the Saint John’s Bible’s website at www.saintjohnsbible.org and click on SEE THE BIBLE.
What does this passage tell us about God’s mercy and judgement?
Spirit Sunday Mass 10:00 am Sunday, November 16
Celebrate our Catholic faith as children of God and members of a vibrant parish community! Everyone of all ages is encouraged to attend Spirit Sunday 10 am Mass, where we will encounter the love and joy of God. Children and youth are invited to bring an item for food shelf donation and to wear a red shirt to be part of a living symbol of the Holy Spirit.
Registration for the 2025-2026 faith formation program year is now open!
Our faith formation team looks forward to helping our parish’s children and youth grow in their personal connection with God in our world.
The registration period ends on September 1, 2025. Registrations made after this date will include a late fee, and the child’s name may be placed on a waitlist until an open spot on our active roster can be confirmed.
Please register using the Google Form link below that corresponds to your child’s age/grade for the 2025-2026 school year. Each child must be registered separately.
After you register your child, return to this page for the link to pay online (unless you wish to pay by check or cash at the parish office instead).
We love our faith formation volunteers! We’re looking for help across a variety of roles. Check out the volunteer opportunities we offer and sign up to help make our programs a success again this year.
General questions? Please contact Sarah Ray, Director of Faith Formation ( SarahR@SaintJosephsParish.org or 651-784-3015 ext. 108).
Here’s how to register for faith formation, pay for fees, and sign up to volunteer:
- Please read our Faith Formation Overview Letter (2025-2026 ).
- Read through the St. Joe’s Faith Formation Program Offerings .
- Select, complete, and submit the registration form(s) you need for your children.
- Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration Form
- Elementary and Middle School Registration Form
- Confirmation (9th grade and older) Registration Form
4. Decide on your payment method for faith formation registration fees.
- Payments can be made online through the St. Joe’s secure payment page (click the button below), or in cash/check brought in to the parish office during regular business hours.
- Scholarships (whole or partial) for faith formation fees are available this year. See the registration forms for more information.
5. Consider joining us as a volunteer this year!
See which opportunity appeals to your gifts and your schedule, and register your interest with us here. We’ll be in touch closer to the start of the program year.
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/
