St. Joseph Catholic Church livestreamed the 11 a.m. mass on Sunday, March 29, 2026 (Palm Sunday).

Celebrants: Fr. Steven Murray
Assistant: Deacon Ed Riccillo

Spirit Choir Mass Music
Palm Sunday
March 29, 2026
(Sun: 11 a.m)

Entrance:
Hosanna (SJPSB-44)

Preparation of Gifts:
How Great is Our God (SJPSB-47)

Communion:
Worthy is the Lamb (SJPSB-138)

Sending Forth:
Were You There (BB26-608)

SJPSB=St. Joseph Parish Songbook

BB= Breaking Bread (Brown Missalette)

Plants will be available in the Narthex
after all masses March 28-29Mark Those Calendars!

What: The 4th Annual “Helping Maria's Kids Grow in Jesus” Plant Sale.

Date: Saturday and Sunday (March 28-29)

Where: After all masses inside the Bishop Arthur N. Tafoya Narthex

Proceeds will be used to support Vacation Bible School / Religious Ed.

St. Joseph Catholic Church livestreamed the 4:30 p.m. mass on Saturday, March 28, 2026 (Palm Sunday).

Celebrant: Fr. Joseph Lixon-Aswez

St. Cecilia Choir Music
The 5th Sunday of Lent
March 21-22, 2026
(Sat: 4:30 p.m.; Sun: 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m.)

Entrance:
Christ in Me Arise (BB26-512)

Gifts:
I Know that My Redeemer Lives (BB26-684)

Communion:
I Am the Bread of Life/Yo Soy el Pan de Vida (BB26-355)

Sending Forth:
Led by the Spirit (BB26-130)

BB= Breaking Bread (Brown Missalette)

Following the tradition of Canon Law, Bishop Berg has submitted his retirement letter to Pope Leo XIV as he turns 75. He’ll stay on to serve our diocese until a successor is named.

This comes at a busy time for our area, as the Bishop of Colorado Springs, James Golka, became the new Archbishop of Denver last week.

Bishop Berg asks for prayers for him and for Pope Leo during the search for his successor. He plans to stay right here in Pueblo after he retires, hoping to continue helping out in new and creative ways.

Thank you, Bishop Berg, for all your years of service and leadership!

If you would like to donate an Easter Lily to place in the church at St. Joseph's for Easter, you can bring them to the church on Holy Saturday, April 4, between 9:00 am and 11:00 am.

If you would like to donate them in memory of someone, please attach the name to the lily.

Attention Parishioners!

The Parish Office will be closed on Monday, April 6, 2026. We will return on Tuesday, April 7, at 8:00 a.m.

St. Joseph Catholic Church will livestream the Memorial Mass for Anne Pennington beginning at 10 a.m. on Friday, March 27, 2026.

Celebrant: Fr. Steven Murray
Assistant: Deacon Ed Riccillo

Click HERE to view Anne's Obituary (Roselawn Funeral Home & Cemetery)

After 15 years of priesthood in the Diocese of Pueblo, a priest may request a 6-month sabbatical for continuing education. After 25-plus years of Priesthood, Fr. Steve has requested such a sabbatical, and it has been approved by Bishop Berg.

The sabbatical will begin at the end of May and continue into December. He will be taking classes from the University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota, beginning with Prayer and Spiritual Direction.

As of this time, the Bishop has not yet determined a replacement. It is possible that the replacement will be temporary and Fr. Steve will return in December or permanent and Fr. Steve will receive a new assignment. Please pray for the Bishop as he makes this decision.

St. Joseph Council of Catholic Women will award one $1,000 scholarship to an institution of higher learning to a female high school graduating senior who is a member of:

• St. Joseph Church in Blende
• St. Therese Church in Vineland

She must have a 3.00 GPA or greater and be an active, participating member of the Catholic Church. Applications are available at St. Joseph Church office or by calling:

Diana Alvarado (719) 251-9146 or e-mailing her at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

A completed application, three current letters of recommendation, and a current unofficial transcript must be submitted by Saturday, April 11, 2026. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.

Applications are to be mailed to:
Diana Alvarado
St. Joseph CCW Scholarship Chairperson
4 Crownbridge Court
Pueblo, Co. 81001

St. Joseph Knights of Columbus #9456 will be awarding two $1,000 scholarships in 2026 to an institution of higher learning of the recipient’s choice. To qualify, please review the applicant guidelines listed below: Two scholarships will be offered this year, one based strictly on academic performance and community participation, and the second based on academic performance, community participation, and financial need.

• This is a one-time scholarship, awarded to a different applicant each year.
• Funds for this scholarship come from fundraising projects conducted by the Knights of Columbus.
• Minimum amount to be awarded for each scholarship is $1000.00.
• Applicants should be graduating seniors with a GPA of 2.5 or better. 
• To be considered for the financial need scholarship, the applicant needs to meet the academic requirements and include a short essay explaining what circumstances justify consideration for financial reasons. Applicants need to provide sufficient data and information to enable the review committee to evaluate the individual’s level of need. All applications will be treated as personal and confidential.
• Scholarships shall be used at a Colorado school of higher education, which will include but not be limited to universities, colleges, junior or community colleges, trade schools, and technical schools.
• A committee of three Knights of Columbus members will screen each application.
• Finalists will have a personal interview with the committee.
• The Knights of Columbus Council 9456 must receive proof of enrollment before the scholarship is awarded. The scholarship will be sent directly to the school where the applicant is enrolled as a full-time student.

Applicants will be considered if they are members of St. Joseph Parish – Pueblo, St. Therese Parish – Vineland, or Sacred Heart Parish – Avondale.
Click to download an application below or pick one up in the St. Joseph Parish Office during office hours.
Applications should be submitted to the St. Joseph Parish Office no later than April 17, 2026.

George BannouraOriginal Olive Wood Handicrafts from Bethlehem Handicrafts, along with Mike Bannoura, will be at all masses the weekend of April 11-12, 2026, at St. Joseph Catholic Church.

Bethlehem Handicrafts continues to provide a platform for the Christian artists of Bethlehem to showcase their beautiful olive wood figurines in these unprecedented times. Amid this storm, our courage and faith have only grown stronger as we continue to fulfil our mission of bringing a part of the Holy Land to your homes, thus giving a helping hand to those Christian artists & their families.

For more information and to view available products, please visit: www.bethlehemhandicrafts.com.

Some of the training information for Extraordinary Ministers (EM) has been updated. For those who were unable to attend the recent session, I am attaching a copy of the handout that was provided.

Father Steve requests that Sacristans arrive 30 minutes before their scheduled Mass and that all EMs serving arrive 10–15 minutes early. This allows the Sacristans to confirm that all positions are covered. Please remember to check in as soon as you arrive.

There are a few additional updates that were not included in the handout regarding the sign‑in sheet:
• The Cup minister will now stand next to the Plate minister at the altar and follow them to their assigned station to distribute the Body and Blood of Christ.
• If you are assigned to the station near the music ministry, please place your plate and cup on the right side of the altar. Then remain by the stair banister until the other EMs have finished. Afterward, all ministers will gather in front of the altar as usual to bow together before returning to their seats.

Please contact Fr. Steve, Deacon Ed, or Diana Alvaravo if you have any questions. Please read the attached document in "Read More."

The St. Joseph Council of Catholic Women (CCW) brings together ALL Catholic women to enhance spiritual growth and develop leadership. We promote the Christian community through fellowship, education, empowering, nurturing, and supporting our members.

Our meetings are held the last Wednesday of each month with the fellowship beginning at 5:30 p.m. and the business meeting at 6:00 p.m.

Come join us.
Your Sister in Christ,

Diana Alvarado, President
St. Joseph Council of Catholic Women

St. Joseph Knights of Columbus, Council 9456 members are looking for interested men of the Parish to become a member of the Knights.

If interested in becoming a Knight, contact John Spearing or any brother Knight you see in church and we will provide you with information and answer any questions you might have.

Read more HERE

What to Know:

Click Fr. Steve to read his letter to parishioners

• The goal is to generate $87,894 in pledges to meet the AMD assessment.
• Current AMD assessment is $8,530 a month or $87,894 for the year.
• The pledge is in addition to the weekly collection but can be paid weekly, monthly, or as a one lump payment.
• Please make checks out to St. Joseph Church and write AMD on the memo line of the check.
• The parish has not generated the necessary income to cover this expense.
• WE MUST DO IT AGAIN FOR THE FINANCIAL STABILITY OF THE CHURCH.
• The church's major fundraisers (Parish Festival and Spaghetti Dinner) are now assisting us in paying this obligation and are no longer available for other activities or needs of the church.

P.S.  Please do NOT use the PayPal online tithing for the church to send in your gift. Thank You!

We would like to thank those households who have already pledged and/or given already. We have put your names on the wall by the thermometer to thank and acknowledge your pledge. If we have missed your name or you do not want your name on the wall after your pledge, please let the office know. Thank you once again for your pledge and/or donation. 

Click the AMF card to download, fill out and bring to the parish office or leave in collections at mass.