Parish News

We have started a Stewardship Initiative. The theme, “I am the way and the truth and the life” poken by Jesus reminds us that faith is a journey, one where we are continually called to grow closer to God through the Eucharist. 


Please know of our gratitude and click here to look over the contents of our brochure. Click here to watch the video of our Witness Speakers from Commitment Weekend.


Please prayerfully consider how you can offer your financial gifts in service to the Lord through our parish and click here to make your commitment online.

On Wednesday, Nov. 20, from 10am-8:30pm dine at Panda Express on Rt. 50 in Bradley and 20% of your bill will be donated to St. Joseph’s Religious Education Program. Click here to download the flyer and present a paper copy or image on your phone. Enjoy a tasty meal and help us continue offering meaningful faith experiences for our young parishioners. Thank you for your support! 

We will be creating Jesse Trees during a special Pre-Advent Program on Thursday, Nov. 21, from 6-8pm in the Parish Hall/Gym. This event is sponsored by our Religious Education and Youth Ministry programs, but everyone is invited! Click here to sign-up to attend. Homemade chicken soup with bakery bread and hot dogs and chips will be provided. (A $10 offering is requested). 

Anyone in the parish is welcome to sign-up to participate at our next Youth & Family Mass. Click here to sign-up for a ministry. Children are can be part of the Music Ministry for the Family Mass to sing or play an instrument. Brad Benoit can be reached at bbenoit@stjosephbradley.org.

All are invited to host a Donut Sunday by picking a month to volunteer. Order donuts, set-up, serve and clean up while building our parish life. Click here to select a month and sign-up. For more information, contact Cathy LaRocque at 815-735-5882 or cathysorich@gmail.com

Mass Times

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Directions

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Religious Education

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Upcoming Events

View all of our upcoming events and services

 Find out which priest will be celebrating the upcoming weekend Masses as well as the schedule for our other liturgical roles.

October 5-November 24, 2024

November 30, 2024-January 26, 2025

 Click here to volunteer or email blanchettepbj@att.net or gwaide@comcast.net.

Parish Obituaries

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Mass Times

Saturday Vigil: 4 p.m.

Sunday: 8:30 a.m. & 11 a.m.


​Daily Mass:

Tuesday-Thursday: 7 a.m.

Friday & Saturday: 8:30 a.m.


First Friday Holy Hour:

Devotion of the Blessed Sacrament following 8:30 a.m. Mass on the first Friday of the month with an opportunity for Reconciliation concluding with the Litany of the Sacred Heart of Jesus at 9:30 a.m.

Sacrament of Reconciliation:

The Sacrament of Reconciliation is offered after the 8:30 a.m. Mass on Saturday and 3 p.m. on Saturday; and following 8:30 a.m. Mass on the first Friday of the month during our Holy Hour or by appointment.


Holy Days:

7 p.m. Vigil & 8:30 a.m. & 7 p.m.


Communion Service:

Monday: 7 a.m.

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Our next Blood Drive is Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. Click here for an appointment.

Our Joliet Diocese Vocation Office has many programs and events to help discern the call of Christ. Click here for the latest news and information on discerning the call.

Please consider adding a brick paver to the St. Joseph Parish Centennial Courtyard. Click here for details and order form.

Support St. Joseph Parish while you shop!  Click here to create an account and VE273.

Online Protecting God’s Children has been extended. Click here to begin the process. 

The Legal Department of the Joliet Diocese has distributed a memo from the Office of General Counsel for the United States Council of Catholic Bishops highlighting Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Political Activities to ensure that parishes are compliant with rules regarding political activity during an election year. Parishes must adhere to these or jeopardize their tax-exempt status. Prohibited activity includes: Issuing statements of support or opposition, in any format; Providing financial support; Distributing biased educational materials; Conducting preferential public forums, debates, or lectures; Conducting biased voter registration or voting drives. Click here for the complete document from the General Counsel for the USCCB.


The celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Diocese of Joliet is underway!  Click here to register to attend the Closing Mass. (Seating is limited, so make reservations ASAP) Click here to visit the diocesan anniversary webpage for details about this celebration and anniversary events! Faith Into Action Podcast! Click here for the video versions of the series. Click here for audio episodes. 

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