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Stories Shaping the Mission
Explore the latest news, reflections, and milestones from the Josephite community. From ministry initiatives and community outreach to formation journeys and organizational updates, these stories highlight the ongoing work and impact of the Josephites. Discover how faith, service, and commitment continue to shape the mission and inspire communities we serve.
The African American Catholic Youth Bible
Re-Release of the African American Catholic Youth Bible Marks a Renewed Commitment to Identity, Faith, and Evangelization Washington, D.C. — February 26, 2026 — In continued…
Lent is time to grow in faith, hope, love and to share them, pope says
By: Cindy Wooden Date: February 12, 2021 VATICAN CITY (CNS) — As Christians pray, fast and give alms during Lent, they also should consider giving a smile and offering a…
Honoring Mother Lange
Honoring Mother Lange Baltimore Archbishop led a Eucharistic Celebration in honor of Venerable Mary Lange at Saint Frances Academy in Baltimore Jan. 30. Photos courtesy of…
JOYFUL CELEBRATION
JOYFUL CELEBRATION Deacon ordained for Josephite ministry By Susan McInerney African and Gospel hymns wove a tapestry of praise Dec. 3 at Church of the Incarnation in Washington,…
Requiescat in Pace Father Daniel P. Bastianelli
REQUIESCAT IN PACE FATHER DANIEL P. BASTIANELLI By Lisa Harlow Father Daniel P. Bastianelli, a Josephite priest for nearly six decades who served in numerous Josephite parishes…
‘MISSION ACCOMPLISHED’
Josephites welcome three new priests By Bill Murray Photos by Tyler Orsburn In a joyous liturgy, three men were ordained Josephite priests June 3. Father Wisdom Umanah, SSJ,…
Three to be ordained June 3, 2023
For the Glory of God and the Salvation of Souls The Society of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart Announces the Ordination of our Brothers Ugochukwu Henry lhuoma, SSJ George Agwu…
Josephite parish gets historical marker
Holy Family church was one of 27 African-American sites in Natchez, Miss., that were recognized with its own historical marker. Kicking off Black History Month, Mayor Dan Gibson…
Two Novices Receive the Josephite Habit
In a ceremony known as ‘Investiture,’ two Josephite novices received their Habits along with the Josephite Constitution and Directory, on…
