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WELCOMe
Welcome to the Community Building page. Through Jesus Christ we will grow and flourish through engaging and meaningful activities which build community. We will live as a community of faith, filled with kindness and genuine connection to one another.
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COMMUNITY BUILDING UPCOMING EVENTS
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Tuesday, October 3
All are welcome to join the Holy Rollers. For more information on our rides, click here.Read More -
Saturday, October 7, 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Join us for Euchre night, all are welcome! Cards, food and great company. For more information please contact: Fran Skinner at [email protected]Read More -
Monday, October 9, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Enjoy reading and conversation? The St Lucy Women’s Guild Book Club is welcoming new members.Read More -
Tuesday, October 10
All are welcome to join the Holy Rollers. For more information on our rides, click here.Read More
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COMMUNITY BUILDING News
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December 22
Starting mid-January, the parish is restarting Children's Liturgy of the Word. We are looking for volunteers to play and share faith with our little ones.Read More -
December 11
'Tis a season to have fun. Women from Cecelia DesLauriers Community For The Kingdom group enjoyed a white elephant exchange party while enjoying spending time together.Read More -
October 27
You’re invited! For more information on these events, please check meetup.com.Read More
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Mission
In Jesus Christ we will grow and flourish through Engaging, Welcoming
and Building Community. We will live as a community of faith -
filled with warmth, kindness and genuine connection, and we will offer opportunities for human and spiritual development.
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Leadership
Staff Commission Lead: Fr. Emanuel | [email protected]
PPC Commission Lead: Rich Kennedy | Email: [email protected]
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ministries
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holy rollers bike ministry
Introducing St. Joe's newest ministry: The Holy Rollers! Join us for recreational bike rides on the beautiful trails around our parish.
All skill levels are welcome in our diverse and supportive group, from seasoned cyclists to beginners. To get involved, click here.
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Euchre Night
St. Joe's Euchre Night is for anyone interested in casual Euchre play, meeting neighbors, munching on snacks, and having some laughs. Players are adults that are singles or couples of all ages. These are stand-alone events and you're not making any commitment about attending future nights. St. Joe’s Euchre meets once a month Sept – May.
Contact: Fran and Stuart Skinner [email protected]
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Funeral Luncheon Ministry
In the spirit of our faith and in service to others we will plan and serve an affordable and convenient luncheon for grieving families of St Joseph Parish following the funeral or memorial mass and burial of their loved ones.
Contact: Paula Endress [email protected] 847-816-1370 or Cell 847-977-8674
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Greeter Ministry
With warm words of welcome, those who minister as greeters strive to serve the parish by helping to set the tone for the community prayer. Those who serve in this ministry are the face of the community for all who are new to our parish and the voice of welcome to all.
Contact: John Jurecko [email protected] 847-986-4254
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Java with Joe!
We provide hospitality by serving refreshments and encourage a spirit of community in the Narthex after Masses. If you have a welcoming spirit, a desire to meet others and to serve refreshments please join us!
Contact: Don Rentsch [email protected] 847-951-7538
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Mothers with Young Children
The Mission of MYC is to create an environment for mothers that will provide the opportunity for spiritual, emotional, personal and intellectual growth. We will do our best to provide that support. If you have a friend or neighbor you would like to know better, or know someone new to the area, invite her to MYC. Please know we welcome anyone that is interested. We offer meetings, drop-in playgroups, Bible Studies, Book Clubs and social Events for Moms, just to name a few of our activities.
Please contact Claudia at [email protected]
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Seniors
There are activities for Seniors here in the Parish and in the Libertyville community. Check the Carpenter (Retirees & Wannabes) and the Senior Update. Both are on the tables in the Narthex.
Contact:
Diane Dres: diane.dreis@hollister.com PH 224-360-7074
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Social Events
We support events that help us build community within our Parish by providing fellowship for all of our members and the community.
- Trivia Night (February)
- Contact: Jon Dries ([email protected])
- Contact: Joe Husnick ([email protected])
- St. Patrick’s Dinner (March)
- Contact: Mike Laidley ([email protected])
- Mass in the Park (August)
- Contact: Gerry Salzman ([email protected])
- Oktoberfest (September)
- Contact: Rich Kennedy
- Trivia Night (February)
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