Church of St. Joseph

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"St. Joseph's Parish celebrated its Diamond Jubilee in 1943. The occasion was marked by the publication of the Diamond Jubilee Journal, but the joy of the parishioners was marred because of World War II, with many parish sons in battle across the Atlantic and Pacific and the restrictions at home in their severest and most critical stage."

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We, the people of God of Saint Joseph Roman Catholic community, Empowered by the Holy Spirit, must manifest to the city of Kingston, New York, and to the world, a clear vision of God's plan for His kingdom as we strive to grow in relationship with Jesus Christ, one another, and the universal Church.

We endeavor to be a welcoming parish, and are dedicated to creating an environment of faith through Sacred Scripture, Sacred Tradition, Sacred Liturgy and by the reception of the Holy Sacraments, study, stewardship, and action, so that in union with our Triune Godhead, we may build up the Kingdom of God. Sharing these ministries, as the Mystical Body of Christ, we as the People of God at St. Joseph Parish challenge ourselves to witness to the truth of His Church in Word and Deed to one and all.

Monsignor Desmond, Father Cyprien and Staff

This is the home of St. Joseph and this House of Prayer welcomes you with love as you visit us. Our communication by the grace of God will strengthen our unity as God's own family. We hope to provide you the needed information which you can get concerning our ministry in this part of the globe - Kingston, New York.

All parishioners using on-line giving should verify their account by going 
https://saintjosephkingston.churchgiving.com
The security of your personal information is important to us. If you want to make any changes to your account or adjust your giving amount, WeShare requires a one-time security verification to provide you access.
To successfully complete the verification process you will need:

• Your ParishPay User Name
• The last four digits of the bank account or credit card that is currently being used for your donations

• The email you used to register with ParishPay
• A collection name and the specific amount donated in the last six months

Any parishioner who would like to begin using on-line giving please go to:
https://saintjosephkingston.churchgiving.com

Welcome to Our Parish Family!  If you are newly moved into our parish or are established residents but not registered, please stop in or call the rectory during office hours and we will be pleased to include you.

WEEKEND MASSES                                  WEEKDAY MASSES

Saturday   5:00pm                                      7:00am; 9:00am

Sunday     7:00am                                      SATURDAY MASSES

Sunday     8:30am                                      7:00am; 9:00am

Sunday   10:00am                                      FIRST FRIDAY MASSES

Sunday   11:30am                                      7:00am; 9:00am; 5:30pm

Sunday     5:00pm                                     HOLYDAY MASSES - As Announced
 

______________________________________________________________________________Our Christmas Mass Schedule is as follows:

Christmas Eve, Monday, December 24, 2018
5:00 p.m.; 7:30 p.m. & 12 Midnight
 

Christmas Day, Tuesday, December 25, 2018
7:00 a.m.; 8:30 a.m.; 10:00 a.m. & 11:30 a.m.
There will not be a Mass at 5:00 p.m.

Christmas Confessions
Reconciliation Monday, December 17, 2018, 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Thursday, December 20, 2018, 7:15- 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 22, 2018, 4:00 - 4:45 p.m.

Reconciliation:  Saturdays (4:00 – 4:45); Mondays after Novena; Thursdays before First Friday’s (4:00 – 5:00); and Holy Day Vigils (4:00 – 5:00).
Miraculous Medal Novena:  Mondays at 2:00 (Novena prayers and Benediction,) Confession after Novena.
Holy Hour:  Thursday from 7:00 – 8:00 PM Confession 7:15-7:45 (EXCEPT 3rd Thursday of the month)
Communion Calls: Contact the parish office for Communion to be brought to shut-ins and call the church if someone should be prayed for.
Pro-Life Rosary:  After 7:00 and 9:00 AM Mass.
Music at Our Eucharistic Celebrations: Saturday 5:00 PM (Cantor), Sunday:  8:30 AM (Cantor), 10:00 AM (Choir), 11:30 AM (Cantor).
Baptisms:  Please call the Rectory to arrange for your child's Baptism.
Marriages:  Contact the Church at least six months prior to celebration.  A Marriage Preparation Program is required.
Prayer Group:  Meets Mondays at 7:00 PM
Parish Office hours:  8:30 – 3:30 Monday – Friday.  Call to make an appointment with a Priest.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

What's Happening at St. Joseph's Parish:


Permission Form  December 27, 2018,Trip to Washington Park, Albany, NY

Saint Joseph’s Parish
242 Wall St. Kingston NY 12401
Trip to Washington Park, Albany
Thursday, December 27, 2018
 
PARISHIONERS AND ALTAR SERVERS ARE INVITED TO ATTEND A TRIP TO THE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SHOW, WASHINGTON PARK, ALBANY, ON THURSDAY DECEMBER 27, 2018.  WE WILL BE LEAVING FROM THE PARISH PARKING LOT AT 5:30PM, ARRIVING IN ALBANY AT 6:30PM.   THE LIGHT SHOW TAKES ABOUT 90 MINUTES TO DRIVE THROUGH AND VISIT THE BOAT HOUSE.   WE SHOULD BE DEPARTING FOR KINGSTON AROUND 8PM.   I SUGGEST CAR-POOLING.   IF SOMEONE WANTS TO ATTEND AND CAN’T DRIVE, LET US KNOW AND WE WILL TRY TO ACCOMODATE YOU.   THE COST THERE IS $20 PER CAR.   PLEASE FILL OUT THIS PERMISSION FORM IF YOU PLAN ON ATTENDING.
 
NAME:__________________________________________
ADRESS:________________________________________
PHONE #_____________________ TEENS PHONE #_________________________
 
ATTENDEE, OR PARENT/GUARDIAN FOR A MINOR, INDEMNIFICATION, CONSENT AND RELEASE FORM
The undersigned, attendee or parent/legal guardian of the above named minor applicant, (1) consent to the registration of said minor for the Albany Trip, sponsored by Saint Joseph Parish on Thursday, December 27, 2018, and my or listed minor in said trip, agrees on behalf of the undersigned or listed minor, to indemnify and hold harmless Saint Joseph Parish, their members, directors, employees, agents and affiliates, from any and all liability, claim, loss, damage, cost or expense arising out of said minor’s participation, and releases, waives, and gives up, on behalf of the undersigned and said minors, any and all causes of action and claims of the undersigned against Saint Joseph’s Parish, their members, officers, employees, and agents, and/or the Archdiocese of New York, its members, directors, officers, agents and affiliates, arising out of my or listed minor’s registration and participation.
            The undersigned certifies that myself or listed minor has no physical or mental health problems which would render inadvisable his/her participation in the Christmas Lights Show, Albany NY Thursday, December 27, 2018, and further consents to and authorizes, in the event of an emergency and reasonable attempts to contact the undersigned should fail, such medical treatment as may be deemed necessary.
 
Signature for self     ___________________________________________________
Signature of Parent/ legal guardian______________________________________
Parent/ Legal Guardian contact number_________________________________
Date_______________________________________________________________
 
 


Mass Choir Epiphany Concert, January 6, 2019, at 3:00 p.m.

Click on the link for the 150th Anniversary Mass on Saturday, November 17, 2018, at 5:00 p.m.

http:soundcloud.150thanniversaryMass


Click here for a video of the Anniversary Mass:

Video of 150th Anniversary Mass

READ THE SUNDAY BULLETIN HERE...
http://saintjosephkingston.org/bulletins
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