St. Francis Xavier Church of Saints Joseph and Francis Xavier Parish

Join us for Weekend Masses on Saturday at 4:30 pm and Sunday at 8:00 am, 10:30 am, and 5:30 pm. Weekday Masses are held Monday to Friday at 8:30 am, with additional Rosary prayer at 8:00 am from Monday to Friday.

Reconciliation is available on First Thursday before First Friday from 3:00-4:00 pm, Saturdays from 3:00-4:00 pm, and other times by appointment.

Pray for the sick and homebound parishioners listed for the upcoming Weekday Masses from Monday to Friday at 8:30 am. Names will remain on the Prayer List for 2 months.

Religious education classes for all ages are now open. For more information or to register, contact Director Donna Velez at 219-301-9896 or olgdre1@

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Celebrate All Saints' Day on November 1 with Mass fulfilling the Sunday obligation. All Souls' Day Mass on November 2 at 8:30 am. Also, join the Bereavement Mass on November 2 at 6:30 pm. Save the dates!

Join us for Mass on Sunday at the following times: 6:30 am, 8:00 am, 10:00 am, and 12:00 pm. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Parents interested in baptizing their child must attend the preparation class on October 27 at 7:00 pm in Room 101. Call the Parish Office to register.

Confession is available on Wednesdays from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm and Saturdays from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Adoration takes place on Thursdays from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm.

The Mental Health Ministry will be meeting on Monday, November 2 at 6:30 pm in the Weis Center Conference Room. All are welcome to attend.

Despite weather challenges, the preschool and pre-kg students had a great time at the Fall Harvest Festival, enjoying games, a pumpkin patch, and meeting friendly ponies.

Join us for Mass at St. John Bosco Parish this week: Mon/Wed/Fri/Sat at 8:15 am, Tuesday at 5:15 pm, Saturday at 4 pm, Sunday at 7:30 am, 10:30 am, and 12:30 pm in Spanish.

Take time for Adoration every Tuesday from 4 to 5 pm and Saturday from 7 to 8 am. Confession is available on Tuesdays from 4 to 5 pm, Saturdays from 7 to 8 am, and anytime by appointment.

Would you like to have your child baptized? Attend the Baptism Preparation Class on Thursday, November 12th at the Parish Office. Call to register or for more information.

Join us on Sunday, November 1 at 3 pm for a Rosary Walk at St. John-St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery to pray for all the faithful departed. Meet at the St. Joseph of Arimathea pavilion across from Jefferson School.

If you or a loved one are anticipating surgery, undergoing treatment, or experiencing declining health, consider joining us for the communal Anointing of the Sick at the 8 am Mass on the First Saturday of the month, or schedule an in-church or in-home anointing through the office.

Join us for Mass at Holy Rosary: Weekdays: Monday - Friday 6:30 am Weekend: Saturday Vigil 4:15 pm, Sunday 8:00 am & 10:30 am. Sacrament of Penance: Saturday 3:00 pm. Eucharistic Adoration: Wednesday after 6:30 am Mass, Sacrament of Penance 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm, Benediction 6:00 pm.

Save the Date: December 20, 2026 - 'Snacks, Stories, and Songs' event from 12:45 – 2:00 pm featuring Santa, La Befana, and Joey. October Devotions: Pray the Rosary together every Tuesday in October at 6:30 pm in the Church. Mass for the Faithful Departed on All Souls’ Day, November 2, 2026 at 6:00 PM.

Club DeSimone sends a thank you to the Holy Name Society and the Ladies of Holy Rosary Sodality for their support. Stay tuned for future events to bring the parish together and support church initiatives.

The Mission Ladies offer prayer shawls for those in need of comfort during difficult times. Call the church office if you or someone you know could benefit from this support. Winter Clothing Drive: As colder weather approaches, consider donating warm clothing to help those in need.

Weekly Offertory: $4,791. YTD Giving: $92,216. YTD Budget: $111,868. Your continued support is appreciated. Congratulations to Logan and Elizabeth Schmaling on the baptism of their son, Otto Mark. Welcome to the faith community!