Beginning on January 9th, participants of Follow Me will meet every Thursday for 8 weeks in Martin Hall from 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM to view an engaging video presentation followed by a time of lively group discussion and fellowship. The eight 30-minute videos, presented by Dr. Edward Sri, will guide you through the Gospel of John. Dr. Sri will explain how Christ’s encounters with his disciples, the Samaritan woman, the man born blind, and others, are examples of how he lovingly and persistently calls each of us to a more intimate and life-changing relationship with him. Your hosts are Dawn and Dan Brosus. The cost is $10 per person. You can Register & make the payment by clicking the Title above. You can also drop payments off at the parish office, or bring it to the first session. For more information, contact Linda Frommelt at 563-588-1433, [email protected].

Fr. Dellaert presents a “Bethlehem Christmas/Pot luck after the 11 AM Mass. Everyone is invited to come. Bring a dish to pass if you can.

St. Joseph the Worker, along with all parishes in the archdiocese, is participating in a Disciple Maker Index (DMI) survey conducted by Catholic Leadership Institute. Many of us participated in the archdiocesan survey for the global synod during January and February of 2022. The DMI survey is the next step in an archdiocesan process that will lead to new mission and vision statements, and pastoral priorities. The survey assesses our unique strengths and opportunities. We are seeking as much input as possible regarding our shared mission, vision, and pastoral priority planning efforts. The survey opens on December 5. We will publish the link in our parish communications.

The St. Vincent de Paul Giving Tree was a great success last year and we are excited to continue this holiday project. The Giving Tree will be located in the church. The paper ornament will indicate a item needed by the Food Pantry/Voucher Center located on Iowa Street. Place the item near the tree with the ornament attached. Thank you for your wonderful generosity.