Worship

Started in 1954 An organization for women and men whose activities aim to honor the Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish and provide the needs of the sanctuary. Meetings are held in the Parish Hall beginning in September on the first Monday of every month at 2 p.m. No meetings are...

The opportunity to serve Mass is open to all people beginning with 4th graders. Masses served include 4:30 PM Saturday and 8:30 am Sunday at the St. Joseph campus, and 11:00 AM Sunday at the IHM campus as well as weddings, funerals, and Holy Days. Training is available at any time....

These individuals lead the singing at parish liturgies. Cantors are selected through an audition process. Please contact Jason Volovar at jvolovar@stblaiseaustintown.org for more information about our music program.

The St. Joseph Choir sings Sundays at 8:30 AM Mass, leading the singing and offering an anthem. Practice is held on Tuesday at 5:30 PM in the Church on New Rd. The IHM Choir sings Sundays at the 11:00 AM Mass, leading the singing and offering an anthem. Practice is...

St. Joseph Church has embarked on a variety of new and expanded digital ministries over the past several years. Here are a few of the things we’ve been working on: The church invested heavily in high-quality equipment… most of which has potential we’re still just beginning to realize. We are both...

The Environment committee is comprised of dedicated church members who graciously volunteer their time and talent in decorating, designing, ironing, climbing ladders, shopping, etc. (and mostly having a great time doing so). Change outs are usually Lent, Easter, Advent, Christmas and the Ordinary Times that follow each of the holy...

Eucharistic Ministers assist at Masses at both the IHM and St. Joseph campuses. Eucharistic Ministers are responsible for distributing the Body and Blood of Christ at the weekend Masses and other times Mass is celebrated. Training in the specifics of the ministry is provided throughout the year. Eucharistic Ministers may...

“As we take leave, give our hearts peace in the firm hope that one day we will live in the mansion you have prepared for us in heaven.”​(from the Order of Christian Funerals) Please accept our condolences and know that the prayers of our parish community are with you at your...

Greeters make all who attend Mass feel welcome as they extend a smile, offer a handshake and open a door as parishioners enter St. Joseph Church. Greeters may also answer questions and direct parishioners as needed. This is a great ministry for those who are very busy because you can complete your...

St. Joseph Church launched a handbell choir in 2024. You are welcome to join us to participate in this beautiful addition to our music ministry. Your commitment would be approximately one hour of rehearsal per week with performances during masses once or twice per month. If you are interested in...

Leaders of Prayer are lay persons commissioned to lead the faithful in acts of worship which in the past were most often led by the ordained clergy but which may be also led by lay people.  Among these services are Morning and Evening Prayer, Liturgy of the Word with or...

The use of Lectors began at St. Joseph Church began June 16, 1968. Originally, one Lector was used per Mass. In 1990, the duty of Lector was split between two people. Lectors proclaim the Word of the Lord during the Liturgy. A lector should have a passion for Scripture, an...

Please consider joining in a ministry to assist with Mass. You are needed as a greeter, usher, Eucharistic Minister, lector, sacristan, or music ministry.  Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Eucharistic Ministers distribute the Body and Blood of Christ with reverence for what they are doing and with awareness for the needs of...

We are developing a new opportunity for those who want to sing in a Barber Shop/Sweet Adeline setting. Contact Jason Volovar to audition for these groups. Please contact Jason Volovar at jvolovar@stjosephaustintown.org for more information about our music program.

If you have the gift of music or song, you may be experiencing the call to consider the following ministries: Choir – The IHM Choir sings Sundays at the 11:00 AM Mass. Practice is held on Wednesday at 6:30 PM in the church. The St. Joseph Choir sings Sundays at...

The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults We are Excited to Welcome You! Perhaps you, or someone you know, are interested in joining the Catholic faith? The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults prepares adults to become Catholic. The OCIA is for: For those wishing to participate in or learn...

This varied combination of musicians and instruments plays once a month. Parishioners will hear a wide variety of musical genres. New voices are welcome. Please contact Jason Volovar at jvolovar@stjosephaustintown.org for more information about our music program.

The title of Usher can be very misleading, since the responsibilities have grown far more encompassing over the years. Not only have the Ushers at St. Joseph Church assisted with seating parishioners in pews, but included among their duties are collecting the weekly offerings and special collections, obtaining individuals or...

“Sunday, the ‘Lord’s Day’ is the principal day for the celebration of the Eucharist because it is the day of the Resurrection.  It is the pre-eminent day of the liturgical assembly, the day of the Christian family, and the day of joy and rest from work.  Sunday is ‘the foundation...