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CURRENT COVID-19 Mass Guidelines
Current Mass guidelines
  • COVID-19 Restrictions have been lifted for Morgan, Washington, and Weld Counties.
  • Eucharistic ministers distributing Holy Communion are recommended to wear masks.
  • Donations may be made at the church or online via the website.
  • If you feel sick, stay home.
  • The Obligation to attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days has been restored on Pentecost, Sunday, May 23, 2021. Details here.

Together lets pray for our community, neighbors, and parish family.

Welcome to St. Joseph's

Mass Times

Saturday
7:00 p.m. Vigil Mass, St. Joseph (Akron, CO)

Sunday
8:00 a.m. St. Joseph (Akron)

Weekday
5:30 p.m. Tuesday, St. Joseph (Akron)
7:30 a.m. Wednesday, St. Joseph, (Akron)
Excluding Holy Days & Holidays


Confession

The Sacrament of Reconciliation is offered regularly at the following times or by appointment.
8:00 p.m. Saturday following Mass (Akron)
7:00 a.m. Sunday before Mass (Akron)
30-minutes before weekday Mass


Religious Education News

Religious Education classes have started, and are supplemented with family learning and prayer at home. Remember that Formed.org also has great videos for children. Click here to sign up for your free gift subscription to FORMED. Our parish gift to you.
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Year of St. Joseph

Novena Prayer Download
St. Joseph Novena >
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Synod 2021-23
You are invited to join fellow Catholics from around the world in the process of opening our hearts & minds to the Holy Spirit and to participate in the discussion of the life and mission of the church.

Additional Resources
  • Synod Online Resources (Main menu)
  • Parish Resources (2021-2023)
  • Archdiocesan Wide Retreat Resources (Fall 21)
  • Retreat homilies (videos) (Fall 21)


Upcoming Events


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Gifts to the Archbishop’s Catholic Appeal are immediately invested in works of mercy, education, and charity. To make an immediate impact on our faith community call 303-867-0614 or visit: www.archden.org/givetoday
ACA Goal - St. Joseph: $13,285
Pledged amount to date: $6,075
% of goal: 45.7%
Paid to date: $6,075
Thank you for your support!

Seasonal Events


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Recurring Events


Monthly Adoration-1st Sunday of the Month
Adoration on each First Sunday of the month.
7:40 a.m. - Adoration begins, Rosary prayed
7:55 a.m. - Benediction
8:00 a.m. - Mass

R.C.I.A. Meetings
Inquire at Parish office

Adult Education
Join us again in the fall.

Anointing of the Sick - Last weekend of month
After each Mass
July 30 & 31, 2022


Bulletins

Scroll for past bulletins (limited to 10 issues)

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7/3/2022
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6/26/2022
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6/19/2022
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6/12/2022
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6/5/2022
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5/29/2022
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5/22/2022
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5/15/2022
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5/8/2022
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4/24/2022 Divine Mercy

Events


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For instructions, click here

St. Joseph in Akron celebrates 100 years


When Father Marek Ciesla celebrates Sunday Mass at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Akron, the community is deeply connected — not just in the prayers and responses, but in the […]

[Read the full story here in the Denver Catholic]
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Photo by Jason Weinrich
More Photos - 100th Celebration

Assisted Suicide & the Sacraments
Beginning in 2017, it is legal for Colorado doctors to write a suicide prescription for a consenting person who has been diagnosed with a terminal illness with six months or less to live.

As disciples of Our Lord, we know that suicide is a rejection of life, which is a gift from God. As we encounter loved ones who are considering Physician-Assisted Suicide (PAS), here are guidelines developed by the Colorado bishops on how to address this critical end-of-life issue in the context of our Catholic faith.
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Archbishop's Solemn Promise
Archbishop Samuel Aquila made a solemn promise to the people of northern Colorado to be as transparent as possible about its handling, prevention, and response policies in regards to the sexual abuse of minors and misconduct. Learn more at: archden.org/promise


Lay Volunteer Schedule

At our parish we depend on a variety of individuals to make our liturgies a success. Thank you for volunteering!
The schedule is posted in the weekly bulletin.

Find Us

St. Joseph, 551 W. 6th Street, Akron, CO

West from US HWY 34  Travel East on US Hwy 34 from Brush, CO about 25 miles.. Turn left onto Custer Avenue. Turn left onto W. 6th Street, and St. Joseph's Catholic Church will be on the right just past Delta Ave.
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St. Joseph Catholic Church, Akron, CO

Contact Info

Saint Joseph Catholic Church
551 W. 6th Street
Akron, Colorado 80720
(Phone) 970-345-6996
(Email) Pastor  office@stjosephsakron.org

Office Hours
Tuesday & Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

After Hours Emergency Numbers
In case of illness, hospitalization, or sudden death, call the Parish Office immediately at (970) 345-6996 or St. Mary's in Brush at (970) 842-2216.

Alternatively contact St. Helena's in Fort Morgan at (970) 867-2885 or St. Anthony's in Sterling at (970) 522-6422.
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    • Confirmation
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  • Connect
    • Contact Us
    • Bulletins
    • Year of St. Joseph
    • Divine Mercy Chaplet
    • Events >
      • 7Days of Gratitude & Giveaways 2020
      • Santa Fe, NM Pilgrimage
      • MTYR - More Than You Realize
      • RE Carnival Aug 2018 (Brush)
      • St. Joseph's 100th Anniversary
      • Archden Consecreation to Mary
      • Western Kansas Pilgrimage
      • St Mary's Carpet Project 2017
      • St. Mary's 50th Anniversary
      • Christmas Program 2016 (Brush)
      • Holy Door Trip 2016
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