
Those who are called to serve as Lectors are entrusted with the important ministry of proclaiming God’s Word to our parish community. For this reason, Lectors should strive to be examples of faith and Christian living.
To serve in this ministry, a person should:
Serving as a Lector is both a privilege and a responsibility. We are grateful to those who prayerfully discern this ministry and are willing to share God’s Word with our parish family.
Quienes son llamados a servir como Lectores reciben la importante responsabilidad de proclamar la Palabra de Dios a nuestra comunidad parroquial. Por esta razón, los Lectores deben esforzarse por ser ejemplos de fe y vida cristiana.
Para servir en este ministerio, la persona debe:
Servir como Lector es tanto un privilegio como una responsabilidad. Agradecemos a quienes, después de discernir en oración, se sienten llamados a este ministerio y están dispuestos a compartir la Palabra de Dios con nuestra familia parroquial.
Norms for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Promulgated by Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades, January, 2013
Normas para Ministros Extraordinarios de la Sagrada Comunión (Spanish)
Promulgado por el Obispo Kevin C. Rhoades, enero 2013

Altar Servers have the special privilege of assisting the priest and deacon during the celebration of the Holy Mass and other liturgical celebrations. Through this ministry, young people are invited to grow in their love for Christ and in their service to the Church.
To serve as an Altar Server, a person should:
Serving at the altar is a beautiful opportunity to draw closer to Christ, grow in faith, and serve our parish community. We encourage young people who feel called to this ministry to prayerfully consider becoming an Altar Server.
Los monaguillos tienen el hermoso privilegio de asistir al sacerdote y al diácono durante la celebración de la Santa Misa y otras celebraciones litúrgicas. A través de este ministerio, los jóvenes tienen la oportunidad de crecer en su amor por Cristo y en su servicio a la Iglesia.
Para servir como monaguillo, la persona debe:
Servir en el altar es una hermosa oportunidad para acercarse más a Cristo, crecer en la fe y servir a nuestra comunidad parroquial. Invitamos a los jóvenes que se sientan llamados a este ministerio a discernir en oración la posibilidad de convertirse en monaguillos.

Ushers play an important ministry of hospitality at our parish, helping create a welcoming and prayerful environment for everyone who comes to celebrate the Holy Mass. Through their service, they offer a warm welcome and assist parishioners and visitors with kindness and joy.
To serve as an Usher, a person should:
For those interested in serving as Ushers, please contact Genaro Rodriguez or Luis Cruz for training.
We are grateful to all those who generously offer their time and gifts in service to our parish community. Your ministry helps make St. Joseph a welcoming place where all can encounter Christ and feel at home.
Los ujieres desempeñan un importante ministerio de hospitalidad en nuestra parroquia, ayudando a crear un ambiente acogedor y de oración para todos los que vienen a celebrar la Santa Misa. A través de su servicio, ofrecen una cálida bienvenida y ayudan a los feligreses y visitantes con amabilidad y alegría.
Para servir como ujier, la persona debe:
Quienes estén interesados en servir como ujieres pueden comunicarse con Genaro Rodríguez o Luis Cruz para recibir el entrenamiento necesario.
Agradecemos a todos aquellos que generosamente ofrecen su tiempo y sus dones al servicio de nuestra comunidad parroquial. Su ministerio ayuda a hacer de San José una comunidad acogedora, donde todos puedan encontrarse con Cristo y sentirse como en casa.
Sunday Morning Choir
This choir sings at the 9am mass once a month. The choir is open to anyone interested in choral singing. Experience is appreciated but not necessary. Choir members receive an email with the date of the next mass, music list, sheet music and recordings. Members are expected to practice at home and arrive prepared for the rehearsal at 8am Sunday morning just before the mass. No audition needed. Contact Ken Jehle for more information.
Cantor at 9:00am Sunday Mass
Singers must be experienced and well prepared. It is highly recommended that singers have taken voice lessons, read music, and know classic catholic hymnody. There are limited cantoring slots available. Applicants may send a video audition piece to Ken Jehle.
Choir for the 12:00pm Spanish Mass
This is a lively group of loyal singers and instrumentalists. Rehearsal times vary. Contact Jaime Palma at 260.414.7554 for more information.
Coro para la Misa en español
Por favor llama a Jaime Palma 260.414.7554
Accompaniests and Instrumentalists
Additional instrumentalists are appreciated at all masses. Call Ken Jehle for more information.
