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Lenten Almsgiving Tags will be available in the church beginning March 5th. The tags will display items that are needed from 11 agencies and ministries to serve those in need and the marginalized. https://www.usccb.org/beliefs-and-teachings/what-we-believe/catholic-social-teaching/life-and-dignity-of-the-human-person

Due to the pandemic, all PADS homeless shelter sites were closed last winter and our clients have been housed in hotels since March, 2020. At this time, it appears that we will continue to house some clients in hotels, specifically families with young and health issues. Our hope is that we will be able to open the shelter sites in October for those who are vaccinated and healthy.

Waukegan to College sends St. Joseph Catholic Church a note to thank us for our support.

Members of the St. Joseph community took advantage of the long weekend to tend to some gardening at the Lake County Poor Farm burial ground, located behind Winchester House.

Rev. Mathew Foley thanks St. Joseph Catholic Church for the generous grant donation.

Thank you for your generous donation in support of our Catholic Charities Lake County Services Diaper Depot, Round Lake & Highwood Supper Programs. Your gift brings renewed hope and determination to the most poor and vulnerable among us. (cont'd)

Backpack Project- Giving students the means to start the 2021-2022 school year prepared and ready to learn.

Franciscan Outreach continues to put critical measures in place to protect the health and safety of our guests during this COVID-19 crisis.

St. Joseph's food pantry has expanded its hours and is open to everyone! Donations are needed and volunteers.

Our Social Justice Ministry hosted the first donated goods giveaway and it turned out to be a huge success.