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Solemnity of Mary Mass Schedule

Posted on December 18, 2018 in: General News

SOLEMNITY OF MARY, MOTHER OF GOD Holy Day of Obligation Monday, December 31, 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 1, 2019 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 & 11:45 a.m. All Masses are in the Church PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE WILL BE NO AUDITORIUM MASS, NO 1:00 PM MASS AND NO EVENING MASS ON JANUARY 1, 2019.

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Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship

Posted on December 12, 2018 in: General News

St. Joseph-Bishop Baldwin Council - Free Throw Championship  Who: All boys and girls from 9 to 14 years of age as of January 1st, 2019. Copy of birth certificate required for registration. What: Exciting Basketball Free Throw Contest Where: St. Joseph’s School Gymnasium When: Friday...

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March for Life ~ Friday, January 18, 2019

Posted on December 11, 2018 in: General News

Join us at the March for Life Washington D.C. Friday, January 18, 2019 As we speak out for the protection of innocent unborn babies. Our motor coach will take us to and from the nation’s Capital for an historic day. Call 516-248-2186 to reserve...

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Thank You from Parish Party

Posted on December 11, 2018 in: General News

A Heartfelt thank you to all the businesses and families who donated to make the 2018 St. Joseph's Parish and amazing success! 206 Tours Adelphi Deli Adelphi University Adriana & Robert Caliari Adult Faith Formation Ad Allison Sparacino Althea Robinson Andriola, Goldberry & Ass...

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Thank You from Parish Party

Posted on December 11, 2018 in: General News

A Heartfelt thank you to all the businesses and families who donated to make the 2018 St. Joseph's Parish and amazing success! 206 Tours Adelphi Deli Adelphi University Adriana & Robert Caliari Adult Faith Formation Ad Allison Sparacino Althea Robinson Andriola, Goldberry & Ass...

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Christmas Letter from Bishop Barres

Posted on December 11, 2018 in: General News

Please click on attachment for Bishop Barres Christmas Letter. 

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IRA Charitable Rollover

Posted on December 05, 2018 in: General News

IRA Charitable Rollover - Great Opportunity Under New Tax Laws  Whether you itemize or not in 2018, this unique opportunity allows you to make a charitable contribution through a direct IRA transfer while reducing your adjusted gross income. If you would like to make a gift to our Parish u...

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Thank You from Parish Social Ministry

Posted on December 03, 2018 in: General News

THANK YOU FROM PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY The wet weather last weekend was no deterrent to generosity – that of our volunteers who gave of their time to be present and accept donations to our monthly food drive, and that of our parishioners, who contributed eight full barrels of food and $1,736...

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Spiritual Adoption Christmas Baby Shower

Posted on December 03, 2018 in: General News

Thank you to all who generously donated to our 26th Annual Spiritual Adoption Christmas Baby Shower Celebrating The Precious Gift of Life. For confidential assistance and for information about alternatives to abortion call: The Life Center locally at 516‐408‐6300 or www.aaap...

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Feast of the Immaculate Conception

Posted on November 29, 2018 in: General News

Saturday, December 8th is the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, a Holy Day of Obligation. Masses are as follows: 7:30 PM Vigil Mass Friday, December 7th 8:30 & 10 AM Mass Saturday, December 8th

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Blessing of the Crèche

Posted on November 29, 2018 in: General News

Please join us on Friday evening, December 7th outside after the 7:30 PM Mass for the Blessing and Lighting of the Crèche.

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Church Repairs Nearing Completion

Posted on November 19, 2018 in: General News

We are happy to inform our parishioners that the repair/renovation work on the church is nearing completion. The interior repair/repainting work has been completed. We thank you for your patience during some of the upheaval at daily Mass. The exterior pointing, flat roof, and parapet repairs are ...

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Welcome Father Shibi Pappan

Posted on November 19, 2018 in: General News

We are pleased to announce to our parishioners that Fr. Shibi Pappan has been assigned to St. Joseph as an associate priest to serve our parish. Fr. Shibi grew up in Kerala, India, the youngest of three children. He was ordained in November 2005 as member of an Indian religious order, the Bethany ...

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Christmas Baby Shower

Posted on November 19, 2018 in: General News

We will be collecting baby gift items such as: new clothing, layette items, home-made knitted caps, sweaters, booties and blankets, disposable diapers, infant formula, etc. We will also be accepting gifts for the babies’ mothers such as: pajamas, toiletries, Metrocards, and gift cards to be ...

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Lessons and Carols

Posted on November 13, 2018 in: General News

You are cordially invited to a Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols. Come and join us for a delightful afternoon of seasonal Music and Sacred Scripture as we prepare for the coming of Christ. Sunday, December 9th 3:30 PM in the Church

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Sponsor a Family for Christmas Dinner

Posted on November 13, 2018 in: General News

The Sponsor a Family Committee is so grateful to everyone who participated in our Thanksgiving program on November 10. It was a glorious day and we thank all of you who helped to make it a great success!! Now we have the opportunity to provide families from Queen of the Most Holy Rosary and Our Lady...

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Giving Tree 2018

Posted on November 13, 2018 in: General News

Our GIVING TREES will be found in the Church near the Sacred Heart altar and on the stage in the Auditorium beginning Saturday, November 17th and Sunday, November 18th. Fifty families from Our Lady of Loretto parish in Hempstead will benefit from your generosity. Please help us spread the true me...

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Cub Scout Advent Calendar Sale

Posted on November 02, 2018 in: General News

Our Parish Cub Scout Pack 243 will be having its annual Advent Calendar fundraiser after the Masses next weekend, November 17-18. The chocolate-filled calendars are $5 each. Your support of the Pack is greatly appreciated.

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Church Repair Up-date

Posted on October 30, 2018 in: General News

We would like to give our parishioners an up-date on the progress of the church repair work: • The pointing to the exterior north wall of the nave is almost completed. Work still remains on the flat-roofed first story walls along the side aisle and the sacristy. • The flat roofs of the...

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Join the Youth Ministry

Posted on October 29, 2018 in: General News

Do you have a passion to serve others? Maybe you would like to be a leader among your peers? Want to socialize and have fun with like-minded teens? We offer you the opportunity to share your gifts and live out the Gospel message of loving your neighbor and “caring for the least among us”...

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Movies for a Sunday Afternoon

Posted on October 29, 2018 in: General News

St. Joseph Parish Adult Faith Formation Board Presents UNTIL FOREVER Based on a true story, this film explores the challenges faced by Michael and Michelle, a young couple who are madly in love and planning their future together, when their dreams are suddenly interrupted. Michael is diagnosed...

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Parish Party - Friday, November 16th

Posted on October 26, 2018 in: General News

Invitations have been mailed out to all parishioners, if you did not receive one please call the Rectory.  The Journal this year is dedicated to Father Scolaro and Sister Kathleen, if you would like to take an ad this is the final week for all journal ads. The Party is in 3 weeks, please sen...

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Spanish Translators Needed

Posted on October 23, 2018 in: General News

Translators are needed for RotaCare a Uniondale Nonprofit Healthcare Clinic for Long Island’s Most Needy We need your help for just a few hours! We are open: Mondays: 12:30-5:30 PMOne Tuesday a month: 1:30-5:30 PMTwo Thursdays a month: 3:30-6:30 PM Contact Cindy: 516-539-9834 or info@rotarycareny.or...

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At Home with the Word 2019

Posted on October 22, 2018 in: General News

This book includes scriptures for each week with reflections and questions regarding the scripture. Please fill out the form below and return to the Rectory as soon as possible. Contribution: $6.00 for each book Name:______________________________ Phone:______________________________ ...

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All Saints Day ~ Holy Day of Obligation

Posted on October 17, 2018 in: General News

Wednesday, October 31st 7:30 PM Vigil MassThursday, November 1st 8:00 & 9:00 AM 12:10 & 7:30 PM Masses

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All Souls Liturgy Of Remembrance

Posted on October 17, 2018 in: General News

FRIDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 2ND ST. JOSEPH’S CHURCH 7:30 PM We will remember in a special way all those whose funeral liturgies were celebrated here during the past twelve months. We will also remember those whose names we carry in our hearts. Please join us Light refreshments will ...

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Natural Disaster Collection

Posted on October 16, 2018 in: General News

November 3/4th Bishop Barres has authorized a special second collection to assist those impacted by some of the most recent natural disasters. The monies collected will be used to support the efforts of Catholic Charities USA and/or Catholic Relief Services, the official relief agencies of the US...

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Liturgical Ministry Training

Posted on October 09, 2018 in: General News

The month of October is the month for Liturgical Ministry Training. A concrete way to share your gifts with your parish is as a Lector or Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist. Diocesan training and parish instruction will be provided for those interested in these ministries. Please contact Dea...

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Message from Bishop Barres

Posted on October 09, 2018 in: General News

Dear Friends: As the final months of the 2018 Catholic Ministries Appeal are upon us, I ask you to prayerfully consider making a gift to this year’s Appeal. While more than 30,000 of our parishioners in all parishes across the Diocese have generously responded to the call to be the Hands of...

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Join the Choir!

Posted on October 05, 2018 in: General News

ADULT CHOIRWhile musical training and experience are helpful, the desire to sing is paramount. Rehearsals are usually Thursday evenings from 8:00 to 9:30 PM, with a short warm up period on Sunday mornings before the 10:30 AM Mass. There are many of you out there with great voices and we need you! ...

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Sponsor a Family for Thanksgiving 2018

Posted on October 05, 2018 in: General News

We once again have the opportunity to help so many less fortunate families with our generous Thanksgiving dinners. The Sponsor a Family program serves many families in two neighboring parishes, Our Lady of Loretto in Hempstead and Queen of the Most Holy Rosary in Roosevelt. We are asking for dinn...

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Defensive Driving Class

Posted on October 05, 2018 in: General News

DEFENSIVE DRIVING COURSESponsored by the Knights of Columbus SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27TH 9:30 AM TO 3:30 PM St. Agnes Room Please fill our the form and enclose your check for $45.00 per person Payable to the Knights of Columbus #15809 and mail or drop off at the Church Rector...

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Movies for a Sunday Afternoon

Posted on October 05, 2018 in: General News

St. Joseph Parish Adult Faith Formation Board Presents A Man Called Ove Based on an international best-selling novel, this Swedish film traces the life of a grumpy old man with inflexible rules and a short fuse. He’s essentially given up on life and committed to joining his deceased wi...

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Defensive Driving Class

Posted on September 21, 2018 in: General News

“St Joseph-Bishop Baldwin’s Knights of Columbus” Save 10% on your collision liability rates for three (3) full years! Save on driver violation points. (up to (4) points off your driving record). Saturday, October 27 , 2018 from (9:30AM-3:30PM) Saint Joseph’s Church 1...

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St. Joseph Youth Ministry

Posted on September 18, 2018 in: General News

Pizza party for all our youth of the parish from 9th graders –12th graders Come have some fun !!!!!!! We are going to have a DJ, Games such as: Corn hole, Giant Jenga Bring all your friends and make some new ones September 29th from 4 to 9 PM School Gymnasium Please RSVP it wil...

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Forty Days for Life Begins September 28th

Posted on September 17, 2018 in: General News

St. Joseph parishioners will gather in prayer beginning September 28, 2018 and continuing on October 5, 12, 19, 26, and November 2 Fridays - One-Hour Prayer Vigils 11 a.m. to Noon at Planned Parenthood 540 Fulton Avenue in Hempstead

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Parish Dinner Dance

Posted on September 12, 2018 in: General News

Save the Date!!! Parish Dinner Dance ~ Friday, November 16th Garden City Hotel  "Giving Witness to His Real Presence" Cocktails, Dinner, and Dancing  Featuring the Band Skyline If you would ike to help out, please call the Rectory 747-3535 or Peggy York 526-1344 &n...

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Disaster Preparedness

Posted on September 04, 2018 in: General News

PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY                                                                             ...

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Blood Drive

Posted on August 29, 2018 in: General News

Please save the date: Sunday, October 7th ~ 7:45 AM to 1:45 PM  St. Joseph Church - school gym. For more information please call Arthur Anderson 516-319-2459   

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Golden Wedding Liturgy honoring Couples Married 50 years or more

Posted on August 28, 2018 in: General News

This fall, couples that have been married fifty years or more will be honored at a liturgy on Sunday, October 21st at 2:30 PM at the Church of Christ the King in Commack. Registration forms and complete instructions can be obtained at the Rectory. Registration must be received by the Office of...

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St. Joseph School News

Posted on August 23, 2018 in: General News

Welcome back, everyone!!! School will open on Tuesday, September 4, 2018. We are all looking forward to a great year!! Nursery, PreK and Kindergarten will have conferences followed by attendance according to schedules mailed to families. Our Virtue of the Year is Empathy. We have interacti...

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VIRTUS Training Sessions

Posted on August 22, 2018 in: General News

Are you aware that the Diocese of Rockville Centre requires all volunteers (18 years or older) to attend the Virtus class? CYO Coaches, Religious Education, Catechists, Cantors, Ushers, Parish Volunteers are all required to complete the Virtus training course, if they have not yet done so. You MU...

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Bible Study Program

Posted on August 22, 2018 in: General News

Join us in studying the uplifting BOOK OF REVELATION Beginning on Thursday, September 20th at 7:30 PM in the School Auditorium. Please pick up a Brochure at entrances to the Church, or click on the attachment below.  Drop registration forms in boxes provided. For more information co...

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Faith & Football

Posted on August 21, 2018 in: General News

FAITH & FOOTBALL MULCAHY’S PUB & CONCERT HALL Wantagh, New York 7 PM Doors Open—8:30 PM Game Watch & Social SEPTEMBER 6TH Are you happy? OCTOBER 4TH Is God Listening? NOVEMBER 1ST “Freedom in forgiveness” DECEMBER 3RD “Onslaught of Evil: ...

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30th Annual Mass for Deceased Children

Posted on August 21, 2018 in: General News

Saturday, September 29, 2018at 12:30 PM CelebrantFather Tony StanganelliPastor of St. Brigid, WestburySt. Agnes Cathedral29 Quealy Place Rockville Centre, New York All are welcome Register online at www.drvc-faith.orgCome early to inscribe your child’s name in the “Book of Families”Light refreshment...

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Welcome Back Sunday

Posted on August 21, 2018 in: General News

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH ALL PARISHIONERS ARE WELCOME. BRING THE ENTIRE FAMILY Welcome back from Vacation to all Parishioners! Following the 9:00 am Mass and continuing until after the 11:45 am Mass, we will have a Welcome Back Sunday Celebration in the Parish Gym. Complimentary refreshments...

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Statement on the Pennsylvania Report

Posted on August 17, 2018 in: General News

Updated Statement Regarding Bishop Barres and the Pennsylvania Grand Jury Report The sexual abuse of any human being—and particularly the sexual abuse of children—is a terrible sin and a crime. It should not happen anywhere, and it most particularly should not happen in the Catholic C...

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Tomorrow's Hope ~Golf Outing

Posted on August 14, 2018 in: General News

13th annual Swinging for Scholarships Golf Tournament Thursday, September 13th  Meadow Brook Club, Jericho  Please see attached flyer for more information. 

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The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Posted on August 01, 2018 in: General News

Wednesday, August 15th ~ the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Masses: 7:30 PM Vigil Mass, Tuesday, August 14th Masses: 8:00 & 9:00 AM, 12:10 & 7:30 PM Wednesday, August 15th

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Episcopal Ordination Bishop-Elect Richard G. Henning

Posted on July 16, 2018 in: General News

Vespers Monday, July 23, 2018 at 7:00 PM  Church of Our Lady of Loretto, Hempstead Ordination Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at 2:00 PM  St. Agnes Cathedral, Rockville Centre  All are welcome to attend. Vespers and Ordination are open seating. Telecare to air Vespers on July...

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New Pastoral Letter Commemorates Fiftieth Anniversary of Humane Vitae

Posted on July 16, 2018 in: General News

Fifty years ago, on July 25, 1968, Pope Paul VI issued an Encyclical Letter entitled Humanae Vitae, “On Human Life”. On October 14, 2018, Pope Francis will canonize his predecessor as Pope Saint Paul VI. In this anniversary year, Bishop John O. Barres of the Diocese of Rockville Centr...

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Parish School Supplies Collection August 4 & 5

Posted on July 10, 2018 in: General News

Our next monthly food drive will be a collection of school supplies for the children of our neighbors in need in Roosevelt and Hempstead. Items collected will be distributed through the Parish Outreach programs at the Queen of the Most Holy Rosary and Our Lady of Loretto. Supplies needed include: ...

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A Message from Bishop Barres

Posted on June 28, 2018 in: General News

Bishop Barres on Family Separation at the U.S./Mexico Border On Sunday, June 20, 2018, World Refugee Day, Most Reverend John O. Barres echoed the words of Cardinal Daniel DiNardo, President of the United State Conference of Catholic Bishops, expressing deep concern over the separation of familie...

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Religious Freedom Week 2018

Posted on June 13, 2018 in: General News

June 30, 2018 10 am with Rev. Msgr. James Vlaun, President and CEO of the Telecare Television Network, Master of Ceremonies.  St. John the Baptist Diocesan High School Auditorium Please click on attached file for more information 

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Respect Life ~ God Bless All Fathers

Posted on June 11, 2018 in: General News

This tribute to fathers is made possible through the generous donations by parishioners at St. Anne and St. Joseph Churches, members of the Knights of Columbus St. Joseph-Bishop Baldwin Council #15809 and area residents who recognize the most sacred and important role of fathers in cooperating with ...

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Welcome, Fr. Marcin Nabozny

Posted on June 05, 2018 in: General News

We would like to welcome Fr. Marcin Nabozny who has been assigned by Bishop Barres at associate pastor to St. Joseph Parish. Fr. Marcin is a priest of the diocese of Rzeszow, Poland, ordained in May 2007. His pastoral experience includes two years of parish ministry as well as studies in Church Hist...

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2019 Mass Book

Posted on May 25, 2018 in: General News

2019 Mass Book Opens: Monday, June 25th with Mail Requests Only Wednesday, June 27th – In Person Requests We know you are eager to have your loved ones remembered at Mass and we will do our best to honor all requests. We will limit the number of requests to 10, we would like to be fair to...

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St. Joseph's School Board Open Positions

Posted on May 23, 2018 in: General News

2018-2019 St. Joseph School Board Candidates. Election after Masses on June 3rd & 4th. Please click on the link below for the Biographies of the Candidates.

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Mass of Thanksgiving

Posted on May 17, 2018 in: General News

We Bid Farewell . . . With a genuine sense of sorrow, we will be bidding farewell in the next few weeks to two valued members of our Pastoral Staff here at St. Joseph: Sr. Kathleen Corr, OP, and Fr. Joseph Scolaro. Sr. Kathleen has been the Director of Adult Faith Formation for over ten years....

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Defensive Driving Class

Posted on May 14, 2018 in: General News

“St Joseph-Bishop Baldwin’s Knights of Columbus” Save 10% on your collision liability rates for three (3) full years! Save on driver violation points. (Up to (4) points off your driving record). Saturday, May 19,  2018 from (9:30AM-3:30PM) Saint Joseph’s Churc...

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Respect Life Ministry~ Mother's Day Tribute

Posted on May 07, 2018 in: General News

Mothers, we have a special admiration for you and we join in the celebration of motherhood on this wonderful day – thanking all mothers for their love, sacrifice, and dedication to their children. From the moment of conception you share the most precious gift of all – the gift of li...

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Spiritual Adoption Update

Posted on May 01, 2018 in: General News

Spiritual Adoption Prayer NovenaBaby Update - 1st & 2nd Months – May 6, 2018

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The Ascension of the Lord - Holy Day of Obligation

Posted on May 01, 2018 in: General News

Thursday, May 10th ~ the Ascension of the Lord Masses: 7:30 PM Vigil Mass, Wednesday, May 9th Masses: 8:00 & 9:00 AM, 12:10 & 7:30 PM Thursday, May 10th

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Welcome Seminarian Christopher Loester

Posted on April 30, 2018 in: General News

We welcome Seminarian Christopher Loester to St. Joseph Parish. Chris is a native Long Islander, born in Elmont. He grew up and currently resides in Curé of Ars Parish, Merrick. He is a seminarian studying at St. Joseph Seminary, Yonkers, for the Diocese of Rockville Centre, having completed three y...

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May Crowning

Posted on April 30, 2018 in: General News

All are invited to honor our Blessed Mother in a special way. We will celebrate our May Crowning after the 10 AM Family Mass next Sunday, May 13th. Please join us as we honor Mary our Mother.

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Tomorrow's Hope ~ Catholic Schools Collection

Posted on April 25, 2018 in: General News

Next Weekend, May 5/6, at all Masses, a second collection will be taken up benefiting our St. Joseph’s Elementary School and the Tomorrow’s Hope Foundation. Our school is a wonderful and amazing place for our young Catholics to grow in their faith and receive an excellent educa...

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Girl Scout Project

Posted on April 24, 2018 in: General News

For our Girl Scout Silver-Award project we are collecting newborn clothing to help offset the cost for these generous foster families. Please help us support foster parents through Spence-Chapin adoption agency. These foster parents are volunteer families who open up their homes to care for newborns...

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First Holy Communions

Posted on April 17, 2018 in: General News

Our second-grade students will be receiving First Holy Communion on the weekends of April 29th, May 6th and May 20th. Please note: on Sunday, April 29th, May 6th and May 20th First Holy Communions will take place at the 10:30 AM and 1:00 PM Masses in the Church. The 11:45 AM Masses on those da...

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St. Joseph Youth Group

Posted on April 16, 2018 in: General News

On Sunday, April 15th the Youth Group went to New York City to see the Broadway Show, School of Rock. Thanks to our Chaperones Mrs. Verano and Mrs. Gambino. Phil Malloy, Youth Minister Director

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St. Joseph's School Board Open Positions

Posted on April 09, 2018 in: General News

Dear Parishioners and School Families, The St. Joseph School Board currently has four (4) positions that are open for the 2018-2019 school year. All four positions will run for a three-year term. The Nominating Committee is seeking candidates who are eager to join the School Board and make a s...

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Blood Drive

Posted on April 08, 2018 in: General News

Sunday, April 15th 7:45 am - 1:45 pm St. Joseph Church - School Gym Eligibility Criteria: Bring ID with signature or photo. Minimum weight 110 lbs. Age 16 – 75 (16 year olds must have parental permission. Age 76 and over need doctor’s note) Eat well (low fat) & drink fluids ...

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Vacation Bible School - Calling All Campers!

Posted on March 28, 2018 in: General News

Venture onto an uncharted island where kids survive and thrive. Anchor kids in the truth that Jesus carries them through life’s storms. Join us for SHIPWRECKED…Rescued by Jesus VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL! Monday, June 25 through Thursday, June 28 9:00 a.m. to noon VBS registration f...

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Respect Life

Posted on March 27, 2018 in: General News

ALL GLORY & HONOR TO GOD! A BABY WAS SAVED! Recently, a woman considering an abortion was given a Life Center of Long Island NY pamphlet by a prayer warrior in front of the Planned Parenthood abortuary in Hempstead. She then went to the nearby Life Center, and was encouraged by counselors to...

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Holy Week Liturgies

Posted on March 27, 2018 in: General News

PALM SUNDAY – March 25, 2018 Blessing of Palms at all Masses Masses: Saturday: 5:00 p.m. Sunday, in the church: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30, 11:45 a.m., 1:00 & 5:30 p.m. In the auditorium: 10:00 a.m. MONDAY – March 26, 2018 Masses: 8:00, 9:00 a.m., 12:10 p.m. Monday of Holy Week is ...

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Movies for a Sunday Afternoon

Posted on March 22, 2018 in: General News

St. Joseph Parish Adult Faith Formation Board Presents The Innocents This film recounts an episode in the life of Madeleine Pauliac, a doctor serving in the French Red Cross who was assigned as the Chief Doctor of the French Hospital in Warsaw, which was in ruins, in April, 1945. She was i...

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Spiritual Adoption Prayer Novena

Posted on March 19, 2018 in: General News

March 25, 2018 is the Feast of the Annunciation, when the Blessed Mother consented to God’s invitation ‐ delivered by the Angel Gabriel ‐ to become the Mother of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, our parish begins its 26th annual “Spiritual Adoption” Nine‐Month Prayer Novena in ...

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Defensive Driving Class

Posted on March 19, 2018 in: General News

“St Joseph-Bishop Baldwin’s Knights of Columbus” Save 10% on your collision liability rates for three (3) full years! Save on driver violation points. (Up to (4) points off your driving record). Saturday, April 21st, 2018 from (9:30AM-3:30PM) Saint Joseph’s Church 130 ...

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Vacation Bible School

Posted on March 01, 2018 in: General News

Calling all ADULTS to be part of our Vacation Bible School Program. The theme this year is “Shipwrecked-Rescued by Jesus” Vacation Bible School requires teamwork and cooperation. This amazing program cannot happen without Adult Participation. Please consider joining us and becomi...

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Lenten Soup Supper

Posted on February 27, 2018 in: General News

ST. JOSEPH’S PARISH LENTEN SOUP SUPPER MARCH 16, 2018 6 – 7:30 PM ST. AGNES ROOM Please join us for a simple meal of soup and bread and learn about ROTACARE, a program which facilitates free health care for Long Islanders in need. St. Joseph’s parishioner and ROTACARE Board...

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Taize Prayer - March 12

Posted on February 21, 2018 in: General News

TAIZE PRAYER IS A MEDITATIVE SERVICE THAT CENTERS AROUND MUSIC, PRAYER AND SILENCE. WE ARE INVITED TO QUIET OUR MINDS, OPEN OUR HEARTS AND FEED OUR SOULS IN THE PRESENCE OF GOD TUESDAY EVENING MARCH 12 7:30-8:30 ST.JOSEPH’S CHURCH PRESENTED BY ST. JOSEPH’S MUSIC AND ADULT FAI...

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Movies for a Sunday Afternoon

Posted on February 20, 2018 in: General News

St. Joseph Parish Adult Faith Formation Board Present The Shack Based on the best-selling novel with the same name, this film tells the story of a father whose daughter is kidnapped on a family outing. Her blood was found on the floor of a nearby abandoned shack in the Oregon wilderness, b...

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RCIA

Posted on February 20, 2018 in: General News

ARE YOU SOMEONE OR DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO... Has expressed interest in becoming a Catholic? Has a child over the age of seven who has not been baptized? Was baptized Catholic as a child, but has not celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation and Eucharist? We offer an opportunity to co...

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Rectory Office Hours

Posted on February 16, 2018 in: General News

The Rectory Office will be closed on Saturday, February 17th and Monday, February 19th.  The Office will be open on Sunday, February 18th from 9 AM to 2 PM.  If you need the services of a Priest please call the Emergency number 516-434-1516. Thank you. 

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ST. JOSEPH’S PARISH LENTEN PROJECT 2018

Posted on February 12, 2018 in: General News

COLEGIO SAN ANTONIO, founded in 1919, serves 250 students from Pre-K through 12th grade and is administered by the Sisters of St. Dominic, Amityville. The school is located in the town of Isabela on the northwest coast of Puerto Rico. Hurricane Maria nearly destroyed a key part of the school&rs...

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40 Days for Life

Posted on February 12, 2018 in: General News

Fridays during Lent One hour Prayer Vigils 11 am - 12 noon Pray with us in front of Planned Parenthood, 540 Fulton Avenue Hempstead February 16, 23, March 2, 9, 16 and 23. Respect Life Ministry

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Parish Lenten Series

Posted on January 30, 2018 in: General News

ST. JOSEPH’S LENTEN SERIES RETURN TO ME WITH YOUR WHOLE HEART February 26th ~ March 5th ~ March 12th ~ March 19th (All Mondays) MISSION PREACHING FOLLOWING 9:00 AM Mass and 7:30 PM Mass OUR VISITING PREACHERS: Praying with your Whole Heart - Reverend Thomas Fusco~ February 2...

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Stations of the Cross

Posted on January 30, 2018 in: General News

Stations of the Cross will be prayed communally on Fridays during Lent: Friday mornings at 9:30 AM (after the 9 AM Mass) and again at 7:30 PM. Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament will follow the evening Stations of the Cross.

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Mass Schedule during Lent

Posted on January 30, 2018 in: General News

8:00 AM, 9:00 AM and 12:10 PM Mass Monday through Friday during Lent. 8:30 AM on Saturdays. Regular Mass Schedule on Saturday evenings and Sundays.

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Ash Wednesday, February 14th

Posted on January 30, 2018 in: General News

Ash Wednesday – February 14, 2018 Distribution of Ashes at Services in the Church: 7 AM, 4 PM, 7:30 PMMass 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM and 12:10 PM (Ashes will be dis...

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Message from the Pastor

Posted on January 30, 2018 in: General News

 February 2018 Dear Parishioners, As we look forward to the approaching Lent as a time to grow in God’s grace, I would like to return to something that I presented two years ago: the wonderful opportunity that we have to deepen our faith through the on-line program FORMED. On behalf...

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Message from Bishop Barres

Posted on January 26, 2018 in: General News

Please click on attachment for a message from Bishop Barres 

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Stump the Priest with Father Scolaro

Posted on January 25, 2018 in: General News

Please come join us for a series of informal discussions on the Catholic faith. After a brief presentation, get the chance to ask any burning questions you’ve ever had about God, the Church, or pretty much anything you can think of. Come learn more about the faith, and if nothing else try and ...

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Tomorrow's Hope 5 K Run

Posted on January 23, 2018 in: General News

Saturday, March 24, 2018  8:30 am Fun run Start/9:00 am 5 K start    Click on attachment for more information 

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Queen of Hearts Luncheon

Posted on January 23, 2018 in: General News

Tuesday, February 13th 10 am to 2 pm Cherry Valley Club  All proceeds to benefit St. Joseph School  Please click on attachment for details and registration form. 

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Catholic Schools Week

Posted on January 12, 2018 in: General News

January 28th - February 2nd Please click on attachment for more information

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Altar Server Training

Posted on January 09, 2018 in: General News

The St. Joseph Altar Server Ministry is an important part of our vibrant faith community. Being an altar server is a wonderful opportunity to serve at the Lord’s Table and grow in our Catholic faith. We invite you to become a server. It’s an honor and privilege to serve, but also a great...

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Fifth Grade Family Mass

Posted on January 08, 2018 in: General News

5th Grade Family Mass Sunday January 21st 10am in the Auditorium We will celebrate a grade level Mass for all of the Fifth Grade students in our parish at 10am on Sunday, January 21st at the Family Mass in the St. Joseph Auditorium. Some of our Fifth Graders will serve as Greeters, Ushers and ...

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Thank You from Parish Social Ministry

Posted on January 02, 2018 in: General News

Although we are bringing the Christmas season to a close with the celebration of the adoration of the Christ Child by the Magi, I find that I am still humming a Christmas carol called “I heard the bells on Christmas Day.” It is based on a poem, Christmas Bells, composed by Henry Wadswort...

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Movies for a Sunday Afternoon

Posted on January 02, 2018 in: General News

St. Joseph Parish Adult Faith Formation Board presents Hacksaw Ridge  The real-life story of Desmond Doss, a conscientious objector who nevertheless joined the Army at the outset of WWII, believing that the war was a just one. However, because he also believed that killing was wrong, he requ...

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National Migration Week 2018

Posted on January 02, 2018 in: General News

MANY JOURNEYS, ONE FAMILY NATIONAL MIGRATION WEEK 2018 JANUARY 7 – 14, 2018 For nearly a half century, the Catholic Church in the United States has celebrated National Migration Week, which is an opportunity for the Church to reflect on the circumstances confronting migrants, which includ...

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