Current News & Announcements

The Christian Service Committee will collect backpacks and art supplies for two programs sponsored by the Father English Center.

❖ The Friendship Program is seeking unisex backpacks for graduating preschoolers that can be utilized in kindergarten. Neutral designs, fun patterns, animals or character-free designs that are not overly themed toward one gender are suggested.
❖ The Youth Risk Reduction Program needs arts & craft supplies for boys and girls, ages 11 – 17. Suggested ideas include canvases, acrylic paints, brushes, jewelry & bracelet making kits, sand art, plastic mason jars, picture frames, sketch pads, colored pencils, model car/airplane kits, and wooden painting crafts.

This collection will take place each weekend in June, concluding on Father’s Day, June 15th. A collection box will be provided in the rear of the church for drop-off items. As always, thank you for your continued generosity and support!

We’re planning a trip to Sight & Sound Theatre to see "Noah" on Thursday, October 2, 2025, for the 3:00 PM show. The cost is $140 per person, which includes:

• Ticket to Sight & Sound
• Round-trip bus transportation
• Lunch at The Manor Buffet

Sign-ups will begin the weekend of May 3rd & 4th.
Tickets will also be available for purchase in the Parish Office. Mark your calendar—you won’t want to miss this amazing experience!

If you are a Catholic man wishing to join this Council focused on Charity, Unity and Fraternity, scan the QR code and note preferred local Council 5486. Members support the work of the parish and the community and sustain other charitable efforts.

The Father English Food Pantry is always in need of nonperishable food items, i.e., pasta, peanut butter, tuna fish, canned chicken, spam, canned soups, cereal, rice, beans, etc.
Please place your food in the box in the back of the church marked for Fr. English Food Pantry. Your donations are greatly appreciated.

If you would like to be added to the parish email list to receive notifications of funerals and parish events, please email us at stjoelp@optonline.net and let us know that you would like to be placed on our list. This is an innovative way to stay informed about events within the parish. Thank you.