Annual Catholic Appeal
This is the annual appeal that funds the ministries of our archdiocese here in Western Washington. Your support makes a difference in the lives of hundreds of thousands of people, supporting various programs so that they may know and live the Resurrection. The St. Joseph parish goal for this year is $93,730. The funds we raise above our goal will come back to the parish to support our Works of Mercy (10%) and ongoing facilities needs (90%). We are grateful for your generosity
2026 St. Joseph ACA Progress
Sacred Heart Devotion
This June 11, as part of the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. bishops will consecrate the United States of America to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Our Parish Family is planning to participate in this historic event by holding a holy hour coinciding with the consecration itself at all the parishes in our family from 12:30-1:30pm on June 11. During this holy hour, there will be an opportunity to consecrate ourselves in union with the Bishops of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
What is the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus?
“…devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, of its very nature, is worship of the love with which God, through Jesus, loved us, and at the same time, an exercise of our own love by which we are related to God and to other men.” (Haurietis Aquas, by Pope Pius XII)
“To place the Heart of Jesus before one’s eyes — whether through Eucharistic adoration or through contemplation of a sacred image — is not escapism. It is an act of resistance to a culture that no longer knows how to dwell with love.” (Pastoral Letter on the Sacred Heart of Jesus by Archbishop Paul D. Etienne)
The devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus calls us to not only deepen our own love for Jesus in response to the love that he poured out for us to accomplish our redemption, but also to act in imitation of that love and pour ourselves out in love for others.
Why concrete the United States to the Sacred Heart?
In a time marked by division, weariness and a loss of confidence in love itself, the Sacred Heart of Jesus remains what it has always been: the revelation of who God is and who we are called to become.
... In a culture often suspicious of truth claims, yet deeply wounded by lovelessness, the Sacred Heart reveals what credible evangelization looks like: truth spoken in charity, mercy offered without compromise and fidelity lived with patience. The Church does not persuade the world by power, but by love made visible. (A Pastoral Letter on the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Archbishop Paul D. Etienne)
As we reflect with gratitude on the blessings God has bestowed on our country, our devotion to the Sacred Heart demands that we consider how we might foster truth, justice, and charity in American life. We are called to bring our faith into the actions we take and the lives we lead in our communities. (Dilexi Te by Pople Leo XIV)
Everyone is invited to join our parish family in praying the Novena to the Sacred Heart June 3-11 in preparation for the consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. There will be more information on the novena, other forms of devotion to the Sacred Heart, and parish events in upcoming bulletins and newsletters.
Wednesday Evening
Bible Study : Revelation
Wednesdays, Beginning May 27 | 6:30pm - 8pm
St. Carlo Acutis Room
Discover what the mysterious figures and images of Revelation mean and see how Revelation is more than an apocalyptic vision of the “end times.” Explore the Church’s teaching on the second coming of Christ and the Last Judgment. Understand how God, the Divine Bridegroom, and the Church, his spotless bride, enter into a heavenly, holy, and mystical marriage every time we celebrate Mass.
There is a $15 fee for the class that helps us cover the expense of running it. Scholarships are available as needed. Click here to register. If you have any questions or need more information on scholarships, please contact Mary Williams at mwilliams@sjcissaquah.org
Steubenville Northwest
July 10th - 12th | Spokane, WA
Graduating 8th graders through graduating seniors are invited to this annual youth conference for a weekend of faith, fellowship and fun. We will once again be taking a group from the parish family. Signups are due by May 29th, and payment by June 19th. We have some donors who support youth formation. These funds will be used to cover the cost for chaperones and transportation, and to subsidize the fees for our youth. While the regular rate would be $375 per youth (based on rooms of 4), the subsidized fee for 2026 will be $300. The cost includes lodging, meals for the weekend, the conference fee, and a tshirt. Scholarships are available in cases of financial need. To sign up as a youth or chaperone, email youth@mqp.org.
LEAD is a leadership program during the week leading up to the Conference, July 6th - 10th. The cost is $450 and there are 20 spots available. Youth would need to make their own transportation plans to get to Spokane. The cost includes lodging and food for the week but does not cover the cost of Steubenville weekend. Here is a link to find out more information and to apply by May 31st if interested. https://steubenvilleconferences.com/franciscan-lead/
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The school has a limited opportunity to purchase a one of a kind glassybaby votive holder with a custom etching of our beautiful SJC/SJS tree logo.
These were custom ordered for our SJS auction this year and there are a limited quantity remaining. If you'd like one, please follow the link and buy online and the school will coordinate delivery.
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