Adult and youth (grade 5 +) leaders assist the young children in learning about the Sunday readings that are level appropriate for them.  The children are dismissed by the priest so that they can share the Word of God in a meaningful way, and rejoin the assembly during the collection for the Eucharistic celebration.  To sign up, complete a volunteer form in the narthex and indicate which Mass you are available for.

The members of this ministry enhance and empower the gathered assembly’s participation through music the week-end liturgies.  To sign up, complete a volunteer form in the narthex and indicate which Mass you are available for.

The youth members of this ministry enhance and empower the gathered assembly’s participation through music at the Sunday Youth Mass liturgies.  To sign up, complete a volunteer form in the narthex.

This includes counting the collection after the celebration of the week-end Masses according to a rotating schedule. To sign up, complete a volunteer form in the narthex and indicate which Mass you are available for.

You will read the introduction to the Mass, the Prayers of the Faithful and the Announcements at the end of the Mass.  You will also ensure that all the scheduled ministers for the Mass are present and find replacements if necessary.  To sign up, complete a volunteer form in the narthex and indicate which Mass you are available for.

You will lead the Rosary before week-day and week-end masses, finishing 20 minutes before mass is scheduled to begin.   To sign up, complete a volunteer form in the narthex and indicate which Mass you are available for.

This ministry assists in the distribution of the Eucharistic Bread and Wine at Mass. Training sessions will be provided. To sign up, complete a volunteer form in the narthex and indicate which Mass you are available for.

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The bread and wine are brought forward at the Offertory by several people or a family. To sign up, complete a volunteer form in the narthex and indicate which Mass you are available for.

 You will proclaim the readings at the Mass.  Training sessions will be provided.  To sign up, complete a volunteer form in the narthex and indicate which Mass you are available for.

You will assist people in finding seating in the Church, take up the collection,  respond to individual needs and any emergency situations that may arise. To sign up, complete a volunteer form in the narthex and indicate which Mass you are available for.

(Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) As part of a team, you will help those wishing to learn more about the Catholic faith in preparation for the Sacraments of Initiation or full membership in the Church.  The team needs catechists, prayer partners and sponsors.  Be part of a team that welcomes, encourages, teaches and supports those who inquire about our faith. To sign up, complete a volunteer form in the narthex.

This is a national organization of women that seek to put into action the teachings of the Church. The CWL is open to all women aged 16 + and encourage all women to become involved. The CWL of St. Joseph Calasanctius Parish is very involved in parish events.  Meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month following the 7:00 pm Mass.  Contact Carol Zurevinski Ph: 3064-446-4461

Women's group focused on creating a relaxed environment where mothers can bring their young children, share their daily life struggles, talk about faith and build friendships over coffee. Coffee and Chaos meet every Thursday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the parish conference room. Childcare is provided along with snacks for the kids.

Coffee & Chaos is open to women of all ages and stages of life. Whether you’re single, married, a mom, grandmother, working, retired, or somewhere in between, we’d love to have you join us!  

This ministry assists in the planning, décor and decorating of the worship environment for the liturgical seasons and Feast Days, including Christmas, Altar of Repose on Holy Thursday, Easter, Memorial Mass, and the Feast Day of our Patron Saint.  Banner making for various liturgical themes is included in this Ministry.  

This ministry assists in the preparation & maintenance of the vessels & vestments used in liturgy.  You will prepare for Mass with altar cloths, vessels, candles, bread & wine, as well as any other items needed for baptisms, funeral Masses and other special liturgies.  You will also be responsible for cleaning the vessels after Mass, straightening out the pews, & closing the church according to a rotating schedule.  A schedule is set up for week-day, week-end and funeral masses. 

This committee meets once a month and plans and organizes liturgies.  Preparations are made for Advent, Christmas, Lenten and Easter celebrations, as well as other feast days.  This committee involves all the liturgical ministries so that the themes can be coordinated. The committee meets once a month. 

As part of a team, the laundering will be done on a rotating schedule. 

This is a men’s organization committed to promoting fraternity, charity unity and patriotism.  Our parish group supports and organizes many Parish events including a monthly brunch.  Meetings are held the third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm.  

 Young people from grades 3 and up meet to learn more about their faith and to socialize. Help is needed to assist with programming and supervising. 

This committee plans and organizes major Parish fundraising events such as the bi-annual Charity Dinner and Auction or other special events.  Contact Chandra Kosolofski

Fall Supper:  Our parish hosts a biennial Fall Supper in October. Many hands are needed to make this event a success. 

Parish Gala: A biennial Gala hosted in November. Featuring a silent auction, cocktail hour, dinner and entertainment.

Garage Sale: Annual event taking place in the spring/early summer. Parishioners and community members can drop off new or gently used items that we sell to raise funds for our various parish ministries. 

Every August the parish hosts a five morning Vacation Bible School for children ages 4-12.  Many volunteers are needed to make this possible.  Contact Crystal Wandler  306-445-4889.

Development & Peace Caritas is the official international development organization of the Catholic Church in Canada and the Canadian member of Caritas international established in 1967 by the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops. The core purpose is to support partners in the Global South who build alternatives to unfair social, political and economic structures. The fall campaign encourages parishes and schools on specific human rights, environmental, or economic justice themes. The theme Is Canada On Track for Justice? Share Lent Campaign held annually during the 6 weeks of Lent featuring various educational resources and Solidarity Sunday collection to fund international projects in the Global South. D&P also provides emergency relief when there  are natural disasters.  

Our Parish is part of the Canadian Catholic Organization for Development and Peace promoting peace and justice in all parts of the world. This group informs our Parish regarding issues of poverty and justice. Through the efforts of this group, our Parish is encouraged to become involved in meaningful social action.  This group is also responsible for obtaining volunteers for the staffing of the Empty Stocking Fund at Christmas throughout the city, on the days assigned to our Parish.  Fill out volunteer form. For more info contact Cheryl Osatchoff (306) 446-4510. No fee to join. Meetings are 1st Thursday of the month at 7 pm at the parish in the conference room. 

Programs Include:

• Food Drive (Battleford's District Food & Resource Centre (Year Round)

• Soup Kitchen (Wednesday: September to June)

• Development & Peace (Including Disaster Relief Aid)

• Battleford's Ministarial Association (Monthly meeting - second Thursday of the month)

• Operation Christmas Child - Shoeboxes (November)

This ministry is a compassionate and pastoral care, by committing oneself as channels of God’s healing love to the elderly, the handicapped and disabled, the sick and dying, and the bereaved, as well as for all who are in need of healing.  Every Christian, through Baptism, is called to Pastoral Care Ministry.  Contact Denise Schmidt  ph 306-441-3338.