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:
September 2026 Daily Mass Schedule
Tuesday | 8:30 am in the Historic Church
Wednesday | 8:30 am in the Worship Space
Thursday | 8:30 am in the Historic Church
*First Thursday | 6:30 pm (Held in the Historic Church)
Friday | 8:30 am in the Worship Space
KC’s Booyah - Saturday, October 3 after the 5:00 pm Mass
Our own KC’s are making Booyah and you can come on down to the Great Hall after Mass on Saturday, October 3 and enjoy a bowl for $5.00 and fellowship. If you need something to go - they have you covered for $12.00 a quart!
6‑Week Adult Formation Study Series
Introduction to St. Ignatius & the Spiritual Exercises
Mondays, 6:00–7:30 PM • October 5 – November 9
Join us for a six‑week journey into the life of St. Ignatius of Loyola and the foundational themes of the Spiritual Exercises. Each session includes a presentation, time for personal prayer/reflection and a small‑group discussion. Bring your Bible, a notebook, and join fellow parishioners for a spiritual “workout” rooted in the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola. This series provides a practical and accessible introduction to Ignatian spirituality for anyone seeking to learn more about one of the most influential Catholic works that many Catholics have never actually read. All are welcome!
You can sign up for this formation series by clicking here.
Tips and Tools - Mental Health During the Winter Presentation
Free and open to everyone! Tips and tools to fill your mental health toolbox before the cold winter months. We are pleased to offer a short morning session offered by Megan Shock, on her way to becoming a nurse next year. We’ll have refreshments, coffee and juice and Megan Shock gives a short presentation with a few pointers, tips, and tricks for keeping us positively mentally healthy as we navigate our busy lives. No registration required. Wednesday, October 7 from 10:00 am-11:00 am in Rooms 105-106.
Lakes Life Care Center 2026 Fundraising Banquet
Cradled in Hope on October 8, 2026
St. Joseph of the Lakes Great Hall - 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Because of the generosity of friends like you, Lakes Life Care Center is growing to meet the increasing needs of women and families in our community. Come hear the incredible stories of lives being transformed, get a first look at our newly remodeled spaces, and learn how expanded medical services, new staff, and enhanced programs are allowing us to serve more women, babies, and families than ever before.
Reserve your seat today and be part of an evening that celebrates what has been accomplished and casts a vision for the lives we can impact together in the years ahead. Tickets: $60 per person or $460 a table by using this link: https://friendsoflakeslifecarecenter.networkforgood.com/events/103414-lakes-life-care-center-2026-fundraising-banquet
Informational Meeting - Will Based Estate Planning VS Trust Based Planning - Tuesday, October 13
St. Joseph's Council of Catholic Women along with St. Joseph's Men's Group is sponsoring an informational evening with lawyers from North Star Law explaining the differences between will based estate planning and trust based estate planning. This will be held on Tuesday evening, October 13 at 7:00 pm in St. Joseph Hall. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to come so plan to join us and bring your friends to find out answers to your questions.
NEW- Band of Brothers Young Men’s Group!
All men between the ages of 21-40 are invited to join the Band of Brothers! We meet twice a month on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 5:30-7:30 pm at one of our members houses for dinner, prayer, & good conversation. Please contact Jacob Wilson in the office for more information at JacobW@SaintJosephsParish.org.
Men's Retreat - October 30 - November 1
All men of the parish are invited to a Men's Retreat the weekend of October 30 - November 1 at Christ the King Retreat Center in Buffalo, MN. It begins on Friday, October 30 at 8:00 pm, and concludes on Sunday, November 1 at 11:30 am. All single rooms have a lakeside view and a private bath. Come enjoy an inexpensive weekend of relaxation and spiritual rejuvenation. Registration forms are in the Gathering Space kiosk, or register online at https://kingshouse.com/.
Memorial Service for All Souls (2026) - Monday, November 2
During the month of November, the Church contemplates the mystery of life and death. As a community of faith, we have shared the loss of your loved one(s) this past liturgical year and will be remembering them at the All Souls Day Mass on Monday, November 2 at 7:00 pm. If you would like to have a picture of your loved one displayed on the big screens at Intercessions (when their name is read aloud) during Mass, please send a digital photo (.jpeg or .png) to Director of Pastoral Ministry, Meisha Johnson, at MeishaJ@SaintJosephsParish.org no later than Noon on Friday, October 23.*When emailing the picture, please include the full name of your deceased loved one with proper pronunciation if necessary.
Archbishop Hebda Here at St. Joe's - Tuesday, November 10, 6:30-7:45 PM
Please mark your calendars now for a special evening with Archbishop Hebda! He will be coming to our parish to share insights and ideas from his latest Pastoral Letter: Only One Thing Is Needed.
Read it or listen to it online: https://www.archspm.org/familyletter/
As we all engage in our parish Spiritual Campaign, this visit from the Archbishop will be inspiring--and a great boost to your spirituality! Families are encouraged to attend together! Come listen, learn and then be ready to join a short, 3 week Small Group session which will provide discussion topics and practical ideas for living a life, where "Only One Thing Is Needed"!
This is a free, (maybe once-in-a-lifetime!) opportunity to listen to the Archbishop in a comfortable, relaxed setting in the Main Church. Bring the family! Bring a friend! Open your heart and hear what is needed!
Still Time to Register for Faith Formation 2026-2027 Programs - Late Fee Registration Period Starts Now.
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, 2026.
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 2026-2027 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.
Here’s how to register for faith formation, pay for fees, and sign up to volunteer:
- Please read our Faith Formation Overview Letter (2026-2027).
- 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. Note that registration and
payment are separate steps.
- 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/
