The Introductory Rite: The cross bearer and the candle bearers lead the procession from the back of the church to the front. (On rare occasions where incense is used, the incense bearer would go before the cross.) Candle bearers should walk on either side of the cross, not behind. The candles always accompany the cross.

View images of what the Priest, Deacon, and Altar Servers wear.

If you have at least received First Communion and would like to serve our parish in this important way, YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN THE ALTAR SERVERS MINISTRY 

The Feast of Saint Joseph takes place on March 19th. March 19 always falls during Lent. It is sometimes a day of abstinence. This explains the custom of St. Joseph tables being covered with meatless dishes. If the feast day falls on a Sunday other than Palm Sunday,  it is observed on the next available day, usually Monday, March 20, unless another solemnity falls on that day. Since 2008, if St Joseph's Day falls during Holy Week, it is moved to closest possible day before 19 March, usually the Saturday before Holy Week.

View things Altar Servers should know.

There are facts & questions for all ages. Answer what you can and ask for help on the harder questions. Enjoy the facts. • Did you know Patrick Francis Healy, an African American, became the president of Georgetown University in 1874 but students of color were not admitted to the university until the mid-1900’s? • Did you know that Charles Randolph Uncles , the first African American priest ordained in the USA was born and raised in Baltimore? • Did you know that of the 266 popes of the Catholic Church between St Peter and Pope Francis three popes are known to be of African decent?

The first Mass in the English-speaking American colonies was held on Saint Clement's Island in Maryland on March 25, 1634, and was the beginning of the Archdiocese of Washington.

The Women's Retreat is coming up on April 12-14, 2019! To register, click here.

The Good Samaritans will be collecting diapers (all sizes - even opened packages), wipes, and formula! Please no clothes or toys. To learn more, click here.

View the rankings here.

Bible Study will resume after Lent. Join us for: Lenten Reflections Friday Evenings After Stations of the Cross During Lent

View the video here.

The mission of St. Joseph Youth Ministry is to create a space where high school youth can come together to learn and grow in their faith, through fellowship, adoration, and community service.  We will be adding activities to our calendar to include a youth retreat.

All youth servers are required to attend monthly practice sessions to strengthen their altar skills. If you have at least received First Communion and would like to serve our parish in this important way, contact us.

St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church is incorporating support for Young Persons with Additional Learning Needs who have not made their First Communion, Confirmation, or both. This support includes adapted learning materials and special education inclusive models for all grade levels of catechesis.

Be included in our church directory! Experience the on-site experience of a professional photography session. Reserve your session today in the St. Joseph Wing!