Parish Life
These ministries develop a spirit of Christian unity,hospitality and fellowship at St. Joseph Church.
COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN
Membership in this organization is open to all women of St. Joseph’s Parish. The Council of Catholic Women sponsors many ongoing service projects, fundraisers, and social events in support of the parish. These include support of the Deanery, funeral lunches, sympathy cards, We Care cards, craft sales, the parish rummage sales, and maintenance of the altar area. Meetings are generally held the second Tuesday of each month, September through June.
Contact:Joan Vesovich, Chairperson (952) 935-6630
Marge Motzko, Membership (952) 935-2269
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
The Knights of Columbus is a fraternal family organization dedicated to helping our parish. The Knights of Columbus are involved in projects of charity, unity, fraternity, patriotism and defense of the priesthood. Events sponsored by the Knights include family picnics, pancake breakfasts, grounds clean up, and children’s Christmas party. The Knights also sponsor fundraisers for activities within and outside the parish. Meetings are held the second Monday of each month. Membership in the Knights of Columbus is open to men 18 years or older who live up to the Commandments of God and Precepts of the Church.
Contact: Bud Makepeace, Grand Knight (952) 938-6061
FALL FESTIVAL
This annual celebration of our parish community includes music, food, silent auction, games, beer garden, country store, children’s games, bake shop, raffle, bingo, and dinner. The Fall Festival is held the 3rd weekend in September each year. It takes a large number of volunteers to successfully run this large social event.
Contact: Anne Bisson, Chairperson (952) 935-3054
Roberta Wheeler, Chairperson (952) 935-1774
SOCIAL ACTIVITIES
The Social Activities Committee plans and coordinates activities and social events to help develop a spirit of community and fellowship within the parish. The Social Activities Committee sponsors a Senior Christmas Party and parish picnic.
Contact: Myra Underdahl (952) 938-1293