Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, On Easter morning, we stand with the first disciples before the empty tomb and encounter a truth so astonishing that it forever changed the course of history: Christ is risen. The Resurrection of Jesus lies at the very heart of our faith. It is the foundation of our hope and the source of meaning in our lives today. Because Christ has triumphed over sin and death, we know with certainty that darkness, suffering, and despair will never have the final word. [READ THE FULL LETTER BY CLICKING HERE.]

The Parish Office will be closed at 4 pm Tuesday, March 31st, and will remain closed through the Triduum & Easter Monday. We will reopen on Tuesday, April 7th.

Please note: We will NOT have our normal Adoration and Confessions on Thursday, April 2nd, nor our normal Confessions on Saturday, April 4th. Please see the Holy Week schedule for alternative times & dates.

During Holy Week, the Gospel readings come to life in a special way as we gather to celebrate the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. The readings remind us of our special connection to the land where this great story unfolded. Through the Pontifical Good Friday Collection, you join with Catholics around the world to stand in solidarity with the Church in the Holy Land, directly making a difference in the lives of those caught up in war, violence, and instability in this region. Thank you for your generosity.

Click here to see all of the York Deanery Lenten penance services for 2026.

As we enter this holy season of Lent—a time of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving—we invite you to take part in a simple but meaningful act of love for mothers, babies, and families in our community through our Baby Bottle Campaign for the Women’s Care Center of York. If you haven’t already done so, please pick up a baby bottle, available at the church entrances.

Please join us in signing up for the FREE Knights of Columbus Family Fun Bowling Event, taking place Friday, March 20th, from 6-8 PM at Laser Alleys Family Fun Center! Click here for the sign-up link!

On Thursday, March 19th, we celebrate our Patronal Feast Day—the Solemnity of St. Joseph, protector of the family and patron of the universal Church. In honor of our Patron, we will have a St. Joseph’s Table, a particular custom that originated on the island of Sicily. Click here to learn more.

“Dementia Care – A Personal Experience”, Saturday, March 21st: 10 AM in St. Francis/St. Clare meeting rooms. Rick Julius will share his personal experience caring for his wife suffering from dementia. He will describe the challenges, the frustrations, the highs and lows, as well as resources that are available to assist caregivers.

We are looking for some capable hands to help prepare the church for the celebration of Christ’s Passion, Death, and Resurrection. Wednesday of Holy Week—April 1st, after the 8 AM Mass

Let's spread our Irish JOY by wearing GREEN on Monday, March 16th, at 11:30 AM to FEED THE SOUL. We'll make eyes smile when they see our J.O.Y. group together at TWO BROTHERS Restaurant, 2935 E Prospect Rd, York. New participants are always welcome, and that is no blarney!

“Rules of the Road”, Saturday, March 14th at 10 AM in the meeting rooms. Is your driving as sharp as it needs to be? Speaker Sgt. Jason Kinard from the Springettsbury Police Dept. will review a variety of traffic rules, which, if broken, can get you in a heap of hurt.

We will start this book on Thursday, March 12th. Come join us at 6:30 PM in the St. Francis meeting room. Adult Bible Study meets every Thursday. Feel free to stop in and deepen your faith.

St. Joseph Church will be launching a Catholic Mental Health Ministry to provide spiritual support for individuals and families affected by mental health challenges and life stressors. We will begin this ministry with a short, 25-minute video from the Sanctuary Film Series on Mental Illness, followed by a guided discussion, on Thursday, March 12th, at 6:30 PM at the Solanus Casey House. For more information or to register, please email: Barb Full at barbf960@gmail.com.

“Today, You Will Be With Me In Paradise”, Saturday, February 28th. Frs. Timothy & Kyle Sahd from Seven Sorrows of the Blessed Virgin Mary parish in Middletown and our own St. Joseph parish will offer a reflection on the words Jesus spoke on the cross to the good thief, emphasizing how it is never too late to repent, right up to the moment of death.

Support is needed to help provide for the 1,100 households receiving food from the Pantry monthly. Please purchase items from the list (click here) and bring them with you for collection at masses Feb. 28th-March 1st. Thank you for your ongoing generosity to our community in need!

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, As we enter once more into the sacred season of Lent, the Church invites us to a profound journey of spiritual renewal, prayer, and reflection. This holy time calls us to draw closer to Christ by conforming our lives ever more faithfully according to His Gospel. The traditional practices of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving remain exercises throughout these forty days, guiding us toward deeper conversion. READ THE FULL LETTER HERE.