Current News & Announcements

Due to staff vacation, the Parish Office will be open morning hours only, from Monday, August 10th through Tuesday, August 18th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Please note the office is closed on Fridays during the summer. We will resume our regular office hours on Wednesday, August 19th.

There are many ways our faith becomes stronger and more meaningful. One of the best ways this happens is when you have to explain or demonstrate to someone else your own understanding or beliefs. Becoming a teacher in the Religious Education Program not only brings our faith to the hearts of youngsters for life, it also helps crystallize and strengthen the teacher’s own beliefs. If you are interested in volunteering as a teacher in the Religious  Education Program (K – 8th Grade), please contact Kathleen Miller at StJoeRelEdLP@gmail.com or call St. Joseph’s office at 973.696.4411 x5. This is a wonderful way to grow in faith and help your parish.

A one day Pilgrimage to The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington, DC.
The one day trip includes:

• Transportation and Gratuity
• ll day activites at the Shrine
• Rest stop going – Meal stop on return
• Depart Washinton at 4:15 PM
• $70/per person
• Deadline to register is October 1, 2026

The Spiritual Journey Includes:

• Tours of the chapels
• Confessions in Crypt Church
• Catechetical Sessions in English and Spanish
• Divine Mercy (multi-lingual)
• 2:30 PM Liturgy with Bishop Kevin Sweeny and priests of the Diocese

Sign-ups for the one day trip are in the back of church.
A two day trip starts on Friday, October 16th. The two day trip includes:

•  Bus transportation
• Lunch
• Visit to the Museum of the Bible
• Banquet dinner
• Hotel overnight
• $325pp/dbl; $395pp/sgl

Pilgrims will have the opportunity to tour the Old and New Testament, and walk the streets of Nazareth during Jesus’ time. Contact the Diocesan Pilgrimage Office at 973.827.8030 for more information about the two day trip.

The Diocesan Pilgrimage will offer parishioners two ways to attend the Diocesan Pilgrimage this October. The one day trip to Washington will take place on Saturday, October 17th. The other will be a two day trip starting on Friday, October 16th with a visit to the Museum of the Bible. Pilgrims will have the opportunity to tour the Old and New Testament, and walk the streets of Nazareth during Jesus’ time. Contact the Diocesan Pilgrimage Office at 973.827.8030 for more information about the two day trip. Sign-ups for the one day trip are in the back of church.

Mass for the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary will be celebrated on Saturday, August 15 at 8:00 AM. Since the Assumption falls on a  Saturday, it is not observed as a holy day of obligation.

OCIA, the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults, and OCIT, the Order of Christian Initiation for Teens, is a process for anyone wishing to know more about the Roman Catholic Faith and the reception of the sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation). By our baptism, each of us is called to share the good news. If you know someone who may be interested in being contacted by a member of the staff or our OCIA & OCIT team, please call the office at 973.696.4411.

Those in 3rd through 8th grade who love to sing are invited to join Choristers. Rehearsals will be held every THURSDAY from 6:30 to 8 PM in the church. Rehearsals will start on Thursday, September 10th. Please text or call Music Director Denise Dixon at 973.590.9975 for more information or to register.

We are continuing to collect non-perishable food items for the Fr. English Food Pantry in Paterson. A 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!