Father Seth has received his new assignment beginning July 1, 2026: APPOINTED RECTOR OF THE CATHEDRAL OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION, SPRINGFIELD CHAIRMAN OF THE MINISTRY TO PRIESTS TEAM WHILE RETAINING DUTIES AS RESEARCH THEOLOGIAN FOR THE DIOCESAN CURIA. His last Masses with St. Joseph’s and Mother of Dolors will be June 27th and 28th.

There are baby bottles that have not been turned in yet! MOD needs 16; STJ needs 4. Please contact Paula Edgar (MOD) or Pat Harris (STJ) if you need to turn yours in.

“Holding These Truths Again: Reclaiming Our Founding Principles” is an excellent program as our country celebrates 250 years! Set a reminder to tune in to EWTN!

Please return the Baby Bottles on or before Sunday, June 21st.

Memorial Day Mass Schedule: St. Joseph’s Cemetery will be at 8 AM. Mother of Dolors will be at 10 AM. *In case of inclement weather, Masses will be held at the church

Day of Prayer for Life in Mattoon Deanery Please mark your calendars to come and pray for an end to our nation’s tragic disrespect for human life at the 52nd annual Day of Prayer for Life to be held Wednesday, June 17th, at St Francis Church in Teutopolis. Our honored celebrant for the 7:30 PM…

The columbarium is here! There are 32 single niches; 32 double niches. If you are interested in more information or purchasing a niche please contact the office at 618-283-0214

You are invited to a reunion of former/current PSR/Youth Group attendees! Call the office (618-283-0214) to RXVP, or fill out the below Google Form. https://forms.gle/U69PrVN74SrAs9s36