MISSION STATEMENT We, the parish family of St. Joseph, guided by the Holy Spirit, do hereby covenant ourselves to God by working to proclaim His Word, build His community, celebrate His liturgy and serve His people. -Approved April, 2004

w w w . s t j o s e p h d m . o r g 3300 Easton Blvd Des Moines IA 50317

May 6, 2018

Molly Austin Waikeli Barkdoll

Raphael Ira Capuno Conner Crabb Ali Dakovich Allen Dale

Nicholas Dixon Ralph Dolores

Kadance Dominguez Dulce Duran

Emanuel Duran Keegan Fredricksen

Jasmine Galan Haely Calderon Galvan Priscilla Calderon Galva

Jocelyn Galvan Jaime Salazar Galvan

Michelle Salazar Galvan Victor Uribe Galvan

Victoria Uribe Galvan Brilee Grimes

Anthony Guerrero Karla Silva Guerrero Karlos Silva Guerrero

Wyatt Hanson Lily Henderson

Emanuel Hernandez Gadiel Hernandez Contessa Jones Ipxayana Jones

Ethan Kiel Nora Lovan

Avella Mackin

Brianna Martinez Tatem Michael

Benjamin Morrison Carmen Negrete

Christian O’Connor Isaac Ortega Lea Sand

Cohen Schaefer Eleanor Schatzberg Camdyn Supino Simon Terlisner

Daniel Torres-Mayorga Liam Towey Cole Trump

Thomas Utter II Macy Vail

Ava VanHoozer

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

Can you spend one hour with me? Adorers & Substitutes Needed . Please contact Phil Huss, Joan Huss, or Dave Ortega to sign up for adoration times. Huss Home: 515-266-6765 Phil Cell: 515-681-7972 Joan Cell: 515-360-3904 David Home: 515-867-9248 (Se habla español )

Curious about the Catholic faith? Open to becoming a Catholic Christian? Know someone who might be?

Contact the Parish Office (515-266-2226)

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Scripture Verse

"It was not you who chose me, but I who chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit that will remain, so that whatever you

ask the Father in my name he may give you. This I command you: love one another." - Jn 15:16-17

Readings for the Week of May 6, 2018 Sunday: Acts 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48/Ps 98:1, 2-3, 3-4 [cf. 2b]/1 Jn 4:7-10 or 1 Jn 4:11-16/Jn 15:9-17 or Jn 17:11b-19 Monday: Acts 16:11-15/Ps 149:1b-2, 3-4, 5-6a and 9b [cf. 4a]/Jn 15:26--16:4a Tuesday: Acts 16:22-34/Ps 138:1-2ab, 2cde-3, 7c-8 [7c]/Jn 16:5-11 Wednesday: Acts 17:15, 22--18:1/Ps 148:1-2, 11-12, 13, 14/Jn 16:12-15 Thursday: Acts 18:1-8/Ps 98:1, 2-3ab, 3cd-4 [cf. 2b]/Jn 16:16-20 Friday: Acts 18:9-18/Ps 47:2-3, 4-5, 6-7 [8a]/Jn 16:20-23 Saturday: Acts 18:23-28/Ps 47:2-3, 8-9, 10 [8a]/Jn 16:23b-28 Next Sunday: Ascension: Acts 1:1-11/Ps 47:2-3, 6-7, 8-9 [6]/Eph 1:17-23 or Eph 4:1-13 or 4:1-7, 11-13/Mk 16:15-20 Observances for the Week of May 6, 2018 Sunday: 6th Sunday of Easter Monday: Tuesday: National Teacher Day Wednesday: Thursday: St. Damien de Veuster, Priest Friday: Saturday: Sts. Nereus and Achilleus, Martyrs; St. Pancras, Martyr Next Sunday: The Ascension of the Lord; World Commu-nications Day; Mother's Day

From the Pastor

My dear good people,

This Sunday, we have 50 students receiving their first communion. This is an exciting day for all these students and their families. We want to keep them in our prayers as they receive Jesus is a special way in the Eucharist.

We believe that the risen Christ is really and truly present in four ways in the liturgy. In the Holy Eucharist, we experience his real presence – body, blood, soul, and divinity. Christ is also present, albeit in a different way, in the presid-er, in the Word as read from the sacred Scrip-tures, and in the community gathered together.

The liturgy stresses the importance of gathering all believers around the table of the Lord to be nourished by Christ himself. We participate in the Eucharistic sacrifice with reverence and prayer and “each has his own part to play in the liturgical action” (Vatican II). As we receive Holy Communion, we are transformed into the living body of Christ in the world.

After we receive Communion, the church is quiet. In silence we are called to listen to Jesus in our hearts and minds. The sacrament of the holy Eucharist is transformative. An encounter with the person of Jesus Christ is meant to change us, renew our spirit, and deepen our faith. At the end of every Mass, we are chal-lenged to go forth and bring Christ to others through our words and actions— this is evangelization. Every Mass offers the challenge to go be Christ for one another.

God Bless,

Fr. Pins

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PARISH MAINTENANCE / CUSTODIAN NEEDED

General Requirements • General knowledge and skills in building maintenance

to include HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, electrical, cleaning, and other maintenance needs.

• Must be able to lift 40 lbs. • Must have a valid Iowa Driver’s License and reliable transportation. • Must be able to pass the Diocese of Des Moines background screening. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to parish office or email Paula Fastenau: Paula Fastenau, Business Manager St. Joseph Catholic Church & School 3300 Easton Boulevard Des Moines, Iowa 50317 Email: pfastenau@stjosephdsm.org (515) 266-2226 - Work

Catholic Tuition Organization

Second Round Families can apply in our second

round for tuition assistance through

the Catholic Tuition Organization.

The deadline is July 31. Families will

be notified of their award before the

start of school.

Catholic Divorce Survival Guide

A new session of the Catholic’s Divorce Survival Guide 12-week program begins May 8 at St. Pius X Parish in Urbandale. Gatherings begin at 6 p.m. Cost is $30 per person. This is an incredible heal-ing ministry that answers many questions while staying true to Catholic Church teaching. Contact Adam Storey at 515-237-5098 or email him at astorey@dmdiocese.org for details.

We are now accepting registrations for 3 and 4 year old Preschool children.

We participate in the Universal Preschool Program.

Four year-olds are FREE. For more information, contact

the school office.

ANNUAL SALAD SUPPER AND CARD PARTY

The Basilica of St. John Altar and Rosary Society will host its annual Salad Supper

and Card Party on Tuesday, May 8. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. and serving be-

gins at 6:30 p.m. Good food, door prizes, silent auction. Tickets are $6.00 and are available at the door. The Basilica of St.

John is located at 1915 University Avenue in Des Moines. If you have questions,

please call 244-3010 ext. 0.

Prayer Chain

For all prayer chain needs, contact Sandy

Craig at 515-266-3287

Pray for the Living & the Dead

Weekly Schedule Sunday, May 6 No Coffee & Donuts First Communion Reception Following Mass Sunday School 5:30pm Alpha Parish Hall & Gym Monday, May 7 Tuesday, May 8 6:00pm Home & School mtg. School 6:30 pm Gala mtg. St Joseph Room 6:30 pm RCIA Parish Hall Wednesday, May 9 9:00am Scripture Study Parish Hall 6:00-8:00pm Youth Ministry Parish Hall 6:15-7:45pm RE Classes Church, School & Gym Thursday, May 10 6:00pm Piano Recital Church 9:00pm Thursday Night Men's Group Parish Hall Friday, May 11 6:00pm Middle School Dance Gym Saturday, May 12 7:00am Men's Prayer Group St Joseph room 8:00am Finance Council mtg. Parish Hall 6:00pm Welcome Committee Parish Hall Sunday, May 13 Mothers Day Coffee & Donuts

Welcome to St. Joseph Parish

Newcomers are asked to register at the parish office weekdays between 8:30 am-3:30 pm. If you cannot come during these times, please call for an appointment. When leaving the parish

or changing address, please notify the parish office.

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Pastoral Team

Rev. Joseph Pins, Pastor Rev. Mr. Marvin Brewer, Deacon Rev. Mr. Randy Lynch, Deacon Rev. Mr. Bill Hare, Deacon

Paula Fastenau, Business Manager John Johnson, School Principal — Interim

Stacy Halbach, Youth Ministry Deb Ryan, Religious Education Debbie Muse, Bookkeeper Helen Farar, Parish Secretary

Krystelle Cortes-Ryan, School Secretary Barb Pytel, Music Ministry

Parish Telephones

Parish Office (Monday-Friday 8:30 am-3:30 pm)….(515) 266-2226 Religious Education Office…………………..(515) 266-2449 School Office (Monday-Friday 7:30 am-4:00 pm).(515) 266-3433 Mass Schedule

Weekend…….Saturday 5:00 pm, Sunday 8:00 and 10:00 am Weekdays….Mon., Tues., Thurs., Friday 7:00am Wed., 8:30 am Holy Days…...Day 8:30 am & 6:30 pm

Sacraments

Penance Saturday 3:45 pm-4:30 pm or anytime by appointment. Baptism Please call the Parish Office to pre-register. Matrimony One of the parties must be a registered member of the parish. You must contact the rectory at least 4-6 months in advance of the proposed wedding date. Diocesan guidelines do not permit setting a definite date for the wedding until part of the Marriage Preparation Program has been completed.

Priesthood & Religious Life Info Log on to vocationsonline.com. Parish Meetings

Parish Council Third Saturday of the month 8:00am in the Parish Center. Sherri Cooney, Chair…………………………..(515) 263-9131 Board of Education First Thursday of the month 6:00 pm in the Parish Center. Carolyn Farrell, Chair………………………….(515) 965-6931 Worship Committee Fourth Thursday of the month 7:00 pm in the Parish Center.

Bulletin Notices

Submit in writing to the Rectory by 9:00 am Friday, at least one week in advance of the date you wish the notice to be published.

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Mass Intentions

Saturday 5/5/2018

5:00 PM Wain Main

Sunday 5/6/2018

8:00 AM Parishioners

10:00 AM Corrine Cole

Monday 5/7/2018

7:00 AM Communion

Service

Tuesday 5/8/2018

7:00 AM Chuck Bach

Wednesday 5/9/2018

8:30 AM Orval & Frank

Farar

Thursday 5/10/2018

7:00 AM Marilyn Berg

Friday 5/11/2018

7:00 AM Richard Brewer

Saturday 5/12/2018

5:00 PM Tony & Regina

Kowalski

Sunday 5/13/2018

8:00 AM Parishioners

10:00 AM Marvin Deer

Ministry Schedule

Visit Parish Website

www.stjosephdsm.org

Prayer Chain

For all prayer chain needs, contact Sandy

Craig at 515-266-3287

Pray for the Living & the Dead

Weekly Schedule Sunday, May 6 No Coffee & Donuts First Communion Reception Following Mass Sunday School 5:30pm Alpha Parish Hall & Gym Monday, May 7 Tuesday, May 8 6:00pm Home & School mtg. School 6:30 pm Gala mtg. St Joseph Room 6:30 pm RCIA Parish Hall Wednesday, May 9 9:00am Scripture Study Parish Hall 6:00-8:00pm Youth Ministry Parish Hall 6:15-7:45pm RE Classes Church, School & Gym Thursday, May 10 6:00pm Piano Recital Church 9:00pm Thursday Night Men's Group Parish Hall Friday, May 11 6:00pm Middle School Dance Gym Saturday, May 12 7:00am Men's Prayer Group St Joseph room 8:00am Finance Council mtg. Parish Hall 6:00pm Welcome Committee Parish Hall Sunday, May 13 Mothers Day Coffee & Donuts

Welcome to St. Joseph Parish

Newcomers are asked to register at the parish office weekdays between 8:30 am-3:30 pm. If you cannot come during these times, please call for an appointment. When leaving the parish

or changing address, please notify the parish office.

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Pastoral Team

Rev. Joseph Pins, Pastor Rev. Mr. Marvin Brewer, Deacon Rev. Mr. Randy Lynch, Deacon Rev. Mr. Bill Hare, Deacon

Paula Fastenau, Business Manager John Johnson, School Principal — Interim

Stacy Halbach, Youth Ministry Deb Ryan, Religious Education Debbie Muse, Bookkeeper Helen Farar, Parish Secretary

Krystelle Cortes-Ryan, School Secretary Barb Pytel, Music Ministry

Parish Telephones

Parish Office (Monday-Friday 8:30 am-3:30 pm)….(515) 266-2226 Religious Education Office…………………..(515) 266-2449 School Office (Monday-Friday 7:30 am-4:00 pm).(515) 266-3433 Mass Schedule

Weekend…….Saturday 5:00 pm, Sunday 8:00 and 10:00 am Weekdays….Mon., Tues., Thurs., Friday 7:00am Wed., 8:30 am Holy Days…...Day 8:30 am & 6:30 pm

Sacraments

Penance Saturday 3:45 pm-4:30 pm or anytime by appointment. Baptism Please call the Parish Office to pre-register. Matrimony One of the parties must be a registered member of the parish. You must contact the rectory at least 4-6 months in advance of the proposed wedding date. Diocesan guidelines do not permit setting a definite date for the wedding until part of the Marriage Preparation Program has been completed.

Priesthood & Religious Life Info Log on to vocationsonline.com. Parish Meetings

Parish Council Third Saturday of the month 8:00am in the Parish Center. Sherri Cooney, Chair…………………………..(515) 263-9131 Board of Education First Thursday of the month 6:00 pm in the Parish Center. Carolyn Farrell, Chair………………………….(515) 965-6931 Worship Committee Fourth Thursday of the month 7:00 pm in the Parish Center.

Bulletin Notices

Submit in writing to the Rectory by 9:00 am Friday, at least one week in advance of the date you wish the notice to be published.

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Mass Intentions

Saturday 5/5/2018

5:00 PM Wain Main

Sunday 5/6/2018

8:00 AM Parishioners

10:00 AM Corrine Cole

Monday 5/7/2018

7:00 AM Communion

Service

Tuesday 5/8/2018

7:00 AM Chuck Bach

Wednesday 5/9/2018

8:30 AM Orval & Frank

Farar

Thursday 5/10/2018

7:00 AM Marilyn Berg

Friday 5/11/2018

7:00 AM Richard Brewer

Saturday 5/12/2018

5:00 PM Tony & Regina

Kowalski

Sunday 5/13/2018

8:00 AM Parishioners

10:00 AM Marvin Deer

Ministry Schedule

Visit Parish Website

www.stjosephdsm.org