As we joyfully mark the 75th anniversary of St. Joseph the Worker, we invite every parishioner to journey with us on a special Jubilee Pilgrimage throughout the month of May. This is a time to reflect, reconnect, and rejoice in all that God has done through our vibrant parish community. There are many meaningful ways to take part in this pilgrimage. A special Jubilee Passport will be available both online and in print, filled with 10 unique activities designed to help you grow in faith and celebrate our parish's legacy. Complete any 4 of the activities as a household, and you’ll receive a beautiful, frame-worthy print of our church as a keepsake.

On Sunday, May 11th, the Church throughout the world prays for vocations. Will you make a special effort to ask the Lord for vocations to the priesthood and religious life? Pray for the priests who have ministered to you throughout your life, both living and dead. Encourage your children, grandchildren, or other young people to consider a vocation as a priest, religious brother, or sister. Pray a rosary for more young men and women in our diocese to respond to God’s call.

The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage will proceed westward through our Archdiocese from May 23-27 on its way from Indianapolis to Los Angeles. Our archdiocesan leg of the pilgrimage will begin on the banks of the Mississippi River in the Port of Dubuque on Fri. May 23rd, culminating in Ames on Tuesday. May 27th. This celebration of our Eucharistic Lord is open to everyone’s participation. For more information, visit eucharisticpilgrimage.org.