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St. Joseph
Catholic Church 2481 Spruce St
Martinsville, va 24112 Phone: (276) 638-4779 Fax: (276) 638-2218
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.stjoechurch.net
Parish Mission Statement: To foster and deepen faith in the Holy Trinity through the celebration of the Eucharist and the Word of God & to be active disciples of our Savior, Jesus Christ, in our community and throughout the world
Community Outreach Grace Network - request for April-June: Oatmeal, grits, applesauce
Community Storehouse – individual microwaveable meals for children
Good News Jail & Prison Ministry Walk-a-Thon - fundraiser Jack Dalton Park, Sat. Apr. 30th 10-1:30 pm Live
Music/Testimonies/Food/Fellowship/Volleyball/Corn Toss/Door Prizes! For more info: call 252-4914
Please volunteer to serve as
altar server – to assist priest in the celebration of the liturgy. Consider volunteering as a family!
Eucharistic minister – Assist the presider in distributing Eucharist at Mass. Training is available.
Usher – serve as representatives of the church by welcoming and greeting parishioners and visitors
and providing assistance to those who need it.
grass cutting and trimming- work in teams to keep grass cut, edged and maintained
We need every parishioner to using their time, gifts and talents to make this a vibrant,
beautiful, spiritual place of worship.
Parish Pastoral Council:; Jim O’Brien, Chair 734-9325; Colleen Ghammashi (614) 915-9401,Vice Chair; Ann Gunter, Sec. 673-1397; Maureen Aaron 806-7688; John Bucciero 673-8414; Timothy Downey 638-7856; Bonnie Favero 647-8049;; Barbara Kurtz 647-1906; Isabel Loredo 806-3780; Dennis Miller 252-9293
Events/handouts/ fundraiser policy Any group or individual holding an event on St. Joseph property must fill out an appropriate form, and have it signed by Fr. Nicholas in advance. If you would like the event advertised in the oral announcements, a written copy must be submitted to the church office by Wed at 4 pm. Please plan your activities in advance so that we can properly plan for its success. Forms are available in the office or by email
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Community Storehouse Food for Kids program
Food for Kids makes a difference in the lives of impoverished children by providing kids identified
by teachers, counselors, and school nurses with discrete backpacks, filled with nutritious, child-
friendly foods to utilize on weekends and holidays when other resources – such as school breakfast
and lunch programs – aren’t available. The program is designed to meet the needs of children who
rely on these resources as their only, or only reliable, source of food.
In order to expand our outreach in the community, St. Joseph will be collecting microwaveable Chef
Boyardee single serving meals that can be sent home through the backpack program. Our hope is
that through both Community Storehouse and Grace Network, we can help many in our community
from feeling the pains of hunger. Please help us by donating microwaveable meals to Community
Storehouse (or purchase a $10 gift card and we will purchase them for you) and grits, oatmeal or
applesauce to Grace Network. Baskets for each can be found under the table near the kitchen in the
commons.
ST. JOSEPH PARISH STAFF:
Pastor, Fr. Nicholas Mammi: [email protected] cell: (540) 520-0858 Secretary/Dir. Religious Ed. Donna McGarry: [email protected] Bookkeeper, Pat Prillaman: [email protected] Hispanic Coordinator, Eduardo Guerrero:
PARISH OFFICES: (CLUSTER)
St. Joseph, Martinsville (276) 638-4779 Office Hours: Tues–Fri. 8:30am-4:00 pm (Fr. Nicholas here Thurs. & Fri.) St. Francis of Assisi, Rocky Mount 15 Glennwood Dr (540) 483-9591 (Fr. Nicholas here Tues. & Wed.)
Mass Schedule: Sunday: 10:15 (English) 11:45 (Spanish)
Weekdays: 12:10 Thursday & Friday
In case of inclement weather: look for closing announcement at stjoechurch.net and on local news. DO NOT take unnecessary risks to get to Mass!
Sacraments: Baptism: Call parish office to register for preparation classes. Expectant parents are encouraged to attend. Reconciliation: Wednesday 5:30-7:00 PM or by appointment Marriage: Call or email for an appointment with Fr. Nicholas at least 6 months prior to wedding. Ministry with the Elderly: Homebound parishioners who would like to receive communion at their home, contact the parish office. Religious Education: Children: Wednesday 5:30 – 6:45 PM Sept.- May; Adults (RCIA) Sundays 5:30. Call Jim Reaghard 638-1427 to register.
Reminders
Please note! Office email has changed Donna McGarry [email protected]; Pat Prillaman [email protected] (Fr. Nicholas and Eduardo Guerrero remain the same)
Parish Events
Why do we sing / pray the Psalms at every Mass ?
Aren't they often "obscure", "flowery", “irrelevant to our times”? Come to the Library on Thursday at 7pm to learn why! It's the weekly Bible Study group that meets every Thursday (except the third Thursday of every month, when inspiring movies are shown, with food provided, for fellowship with your parishioner)
May Procession and Crowning of Mary at the Grotto – May 1 immediately after the 11:45
Mass. All parishioners, especially youth and children, are invited to join in honoring Mary in by
processing in song to the grotto for the crowning, songs and prayer. Reception to follow.
Car Wash - The youth group will be washing cars during Mass on May 1. Tickets will be on sale
today and next weekend and will enter you in the drawing for a gift basket or free carwash! Place
your ticket on your windshield, park in the back lot and the youth will wash your car while you
celebrate Mass!
Employment Opportunity: Cluster Parishes of St. Joseph, Martinsville & St. Francis of Assisi, Rocky Mount
seek PT Music and Liturgy Coordinator approximately 10-15hrs per week, to coordinate and lead Music &
Liturgy for Sat. & Sun. Masses. Please see our website stjoechurch.net for a more detailed description or contact
Fr. Nicholas Mammi at [email protected].
Around the Diocese
14 Annual Asian and Pacific Island Catholics Marian Pilgrimmage – May 7 in Washington, DC. Contact
3rd African National Eucharistic Congress – Aug. 5-7 in Washington, DC. Contact
http://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/cultural-diversity/pastoral-care-of-migrants-refugees-and-travelers/ethnic-ministries/african-national-eucharistic-congress.cfm
Men's Cursillo Weekend May 19-22 at Camp Alta Mons in Shawsville. Cursillo is an encounter with Christ and
promotes a spiritual revitalization of our families, church and our world. Please prayerfully consider joining a group of men willing to share their faith and give you helpful tools to keep your faith alive and growing!!! Contact Bob Landry at 540-772-0629 for more info, ride, etc.
Collections: Budget Amt. $3,846.15 Collection: $3,702.10 Deficit: $ 144.05
Prayer requests
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your
minds in Christ Jesus Philippians 4:6-7
Please add these requests to your daily prayer intentions:
Teresa Biggs, Jacquie Bockrath, Ali Barton, Jennifer
Bradshaw, Joy Bowman, Bill Barbour, Bob Humkey,
Porky Ashbrook, Ted Tomczak, Carolyn Carr, Hazel
Konorosky, Carolyn Eanes, Stuart Ward, Marilyn
Maietta, Finney Edelen, Randall Dodson, Amir
Hekmatis, Max Lawson, Linda Plaster Lawson, Pam
Lukow, Lisa M. Dickerson, Gabriela Paredes, Hugh
Gerlach, Jim Cecil, Charlotte Gardner, Joe Spattafore,
Preciosa Travis, John Annitto, Anthony Fresalone,
Margaret Simmons, help finding job, victims of
earthquake in Equador, esp. Sister Claire and the
Servant Sisters of the Home of the Mothers
(To add or remove prayer requests, please call the
church office)
Sick, homebound, hospitalized? If you, or
someone you know, would like to receive the
Sacraments, please call the office. Outside of office
hours, please call Barbara Kurtz (276) 647-1906 or
Blaise Plageman (276) 632-1591
If you would like a Mass offered for a loved one, please call the church office or fill out a Mass intention envelope and place it in the offertory basket. Make checks payable to Fr. Nicholas Mammi. Specific dates may not be available. Please include a contact number to arrange an alternate date if necessary.
Mark your calendar
4/25-29 –Fr. on Vacation – no Confession or DAILY Masses 5/1 – Car wash 5/1 – May Procession/ Crowning of Mary 5/14 – First Communion in Spanish
5/16 – First Communion (English Mass)
Today’s Gospel message: April 24, 2016
5th Sunday of Easter
“I give you a new commandment: love
one another.”
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
5TH WEEK OF EASTER Apr 24 SUN: FIFTH SUNDAY OFEASTER Acts 14: 21-27/ Ps 145: 8-13/ Rv 21: 1-5/ Jn 13: 31-35
Rosary 9:45 MASS IN ENGLISH 10:15 – Anniversary of Tony & Ana Alvarez Bible Study 11:30 AM
MASS IN SPANISH 11:45 – Ladies Auxiliary meeting
Apr 25 Mon: Mark,
1 Pt 5: 5b-14/ Ps 89: 2-3. 6-7. 16-17/ Mk 16: 15-20
Apr 26 Tue: Easter Weekday Acts 14: 19-28/ Ps 145: 10-11. 12-13ab. 21/ Jn 14: 27-31a Line Dance 6:00/7:00
Apr 27 Wed: Easter Weekday
Acts 15: 1-6/ Ps 122: 1-4-5/ Jn 15: 1-8
Religious Ed. 5:30-6:45 NO CONFESSIONS
Apr 28 Thu: Easter Weekday/ Peter Chanel, Louis Mary
de Montfort,
Acts 15: 7-21/ Ps 96: 1-2a. 2b-3. 10/ Jn 15: 9-11
NO MASS Bible study 7:00
Apr 29 Fri: Catherine of Siena, Acts 15: 22-31/ Ps 57: 8-9. 10 and 12/ Jn 15: 12-17 NO MASS Eucharistic Adoration 1:00-6:00pm
Apr 30 Sat: Easter Weekday/ Pius V
Acts 16: 1-10/ Ps 100: 1b-2. 3. 5/ Jn 15: 18-21
Rosary at the grotto 9:00am
May 1 SUN: SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER Acts 15: 1-2. 22-29/ Ps 67: 2-3. 5. 6. 8 (4)/ Rv 21: 10-14. 22-23/ Jn 14: 23-29
Rosary 9:45 Mass in English 10:15 – Mary Alice Travis
Bible Study 11:30
Mass in Spanish 11:45 – Guadalupe Moreno
Youth Car Wash May Procession and Crowning of Mary
Ministers for May 1 (Please refer to printed schedule for correct version in case of misprint here) AS – Chris D., Greg Jessup, Joseph D.
EM – Betty G (W*); Jim G. (W); Barbara H. (W); Mike K (W);
Sandy H. (B)
R –Maureen A. (1); Nancy E. (2); Dick E. (Int)
U – Jimmy M., Dennis M., Tony R. Dick E.
Adoration EVERY Friday from 1-6pm Come spend an hour with Jesus! He wants to
talk with you. Just sit still and listen to Him --
Need to sign up so we can be sure there are
at least 2 people to keep Him company
Library News: Our newest book can be found in the
biography section of our self-serve library. Louis de Wohl captivates readers as he takes us into the mind and heart of Francis Xavier, the great missionary and saint, in “Set All Afire”
Easter CDs available by the
Religious Goods store! Deepen your
faith by increasing your knowledge!!