Current News & Announcements

Stations of the Cross will be held each Friday during Lent at 7 PM. Stations of the Cross in Spanish will follow at 8 PM

The Columbiettes would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who supported our Baked Potato Night on February 28, 2026. Thanks to your generosity and participation, the event was a tremendous success and will allow us to continue assisting our local charities.
If you are interested in becoming a member of the Columbiettes, please contact Denise D’Antono at 973.224.5799.

St. Joseph's Annual Bake Sale is scheduled for Sunday, March 15th, following all the Masses. We are requesting donations to sell and buyers to help us surpass our fundraising target. Donations can be delivered to Halloran Hall on Saturday, March 14th, after 3 PM and on Sunday, March 15th, before the 8 AM Mass. Acceptable donations include cakes, pies, breads, cookies, strombolis, calzones, pastries, soda bread, etc. Please ensure all items are individually wrapped. If you are unable to contribute baked goods, we invite you to stop by and purchase one or two of the delightful treats that will be available. All proceeds from the bake sale will support the various needs of the less fortunate.

Grains of Hope is organizing the packing and distribution of hundreds of nutritious meals to support families facing hunger. They are seeking volunteers to assist with the Meal Packing Event on Saturday, March 14th and Sunday, March 15th, 2025, at the Pequannock Middle School, 493 Newark Pompton Turnpike. Setup shifts are available on:

Saturday, March 14th
• Setup: Manually set up tables and equipment in gym, assemble boxes for shipping, put labels on bags and insert cheese packets.
• Shift A: 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
• Shift B: 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM

Sunday, March 15th
• Meal Packing: Pack ingredients in bags and box finished bags.
• Shift C: 10:30 AM to Noon
• Shift D: 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
• Shift E: 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM
• Shift F: Clean up: 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM

Participants should check-in 15 minutes before the start of their shift. You can sign up for multiple shifts. Registration Web Site: www.gohnj.org For entertainment, Matthew Chisari will be the DJ during the meal packing shifts (C, D, & E) on Sunday.

The Knights of Columbus will be selling Palm Crosses at the Masses starting March 14th until all are sold. Thank you for supporting our fundraising for various charities.

If you are a Catholic man wishing to join this Council focused on Charity, Unity, and Fraternity, scan the QR code and note your preferred local Council 5486. As a member, you'll have the opportunity to grow in faith, serve others, and build lasting friendships. Members actively support the work of the parish and the local community, participate in service projects, and contribute to a wide range of charitable efforts that make a real difference.

The Fr. English Food Pantry in Paterson donation box is located in the back of the church. Please be sure to check expiration dates before donating, as we cannot accept expired food. In the past, we’ve received items that were significantly out of date and had to be discarded. Let’s ensure our generosity truly helps those in need. Thank you for your continued support!