Welcome to our
Family and Children's Ministry!
Here in Grande Prairie, AB you will find a young and growing community. This could not be more evident and present at St. Joseph Parish. With over 4100 families registered in our parish, there are so many ways for your family to join in our community life.
Our Family and Children’s programs aim to make community connections, to help families become active participants in the sacraments and liturgy, and support parents their roles as “first teachers of the faith.”
Check out this month's newsletter!
Our Programs:
Liturgy of the Word With Children
During every Sunday (and Saturday evening) mass during the liturgy of the Word, we invite children from age 4 to grade 3 to join us after the opening prayer for liturgy that is appropriate for children's age.
Moms' Group
(formerly known as "Ladies' Walk With Me" On Thursdays women gather at the parish for fellowship, faith sharing, prayer. Children are welcome! Gatherings are from 10-12 Noon.
SALT (Sharing And Learning Together)
Our Thursday evening children's program for children in grade 3-6. A place for kids to grow in faith and friendship, with fun games, activities, snacks, prayer, and fellowship. We meet from 7-8:30pm in the St. JPII Room.
Annual Events:
All Saints Party
Weekend before November 1st. Dress up as your favourite saint or character and join in the fun.
Blessing Bags
Mid-November Prepare bags filled with warm winter-wear and a caring note to give to people in need.
Advent Wreath Making
First Sunday of Advent Families gather in the Tranquille hall to create Advent wreaths traditionally used for prayer during Advent.
Las Posadas Festival
Las Posadas, celebrated yearly from December 16-24, is a religious festival traditionally held in Mexico and parts of Latin America. Translating to ‘The Inns’ in Spanish, Las Posadas is an important part of the Christmas festivities.
Feast of St. Joseph & St. Joe's Got Talent
March 19th, 2024 Join us in celebrating our patron saint with mass, and gathering to follow with our annual talent show: St. Joe's Got Talent.
Mardi Gras
Weekend before Ash Wednesday Parish-wide event with food, dancing, photobooths, prizes, and fun!
All Family & Children Events
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Parish Mission: Pilgrims of Hope
The Parish Mission is coming up soon! We are excited to welcome Fr. Ivel Mendanha, CSs.R, all the way from Rome as our Mission Preacher. This year the Church is […]
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SALT (Sharing And Learning Together)
SALT (Sharing And Learning Together)
SALT (Sharing and Learning Together) Youth Group Grade 3-6 Registration open. Email sjc-family@gpcsd.ca or see bulletin board at the back of the church for registration forms. SALT is a youth […]
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Holy Thursday Mass
Holy Thursday Mass
What to expect at Holy Thursday Mass • Incense is used at this Mass. • During Mass you will be invited to bring a donation of a personal item for […]
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Good Friday- Liturgy of the Word With Children
Good Friday- Liturgy of the Word With Children
Good Friday Liturgy of the Word with Children - April 18 at 11:00 am This service is intended for young children. We include this liturgy to try to help children […]
Good Friday- Celebration of the Lord’s Passion
Good Friday- Celebration of the Lord’s Passion
Join us for our regular Good Friday Celebration of the Lord's Passion. Begins at 3pm. Parking is usually full; carpooling is advised. No Mass - Mass is not celebrated after […]
Good Friday- Stations of the Cross
Good Friday- Stations of the Cross
Good Friday at 7:30 pm -Meditative Stations of the Cross (with music) Join us as we continue to reflect on the Passion of our Lord and the Mystery of the […]
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Blessing Of Festive Food
Blessing Of Festive Food
Blessing of Festive Food - Saturday, April 19, 3 pm It is the tradition of people from many cultures to ask for God’s blessing on the festive foods to be […]
Easter Vigil Mass 2025
Easter Vigil Mass 2025
Holy Easter Vigil - April 19, 9:00 to about 11:30 pm (No 7:00 pm Mass) St. Augustine said that the Easter Vigil is to be considered the most important of […]
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Easter Sunday Masses
Easter Sunday Masses
April 20: Easter Sunday Mass Liturgy of the Word with Children at 9 & 11 am Mass Holy Water: At the Easter Vigil we bless the Easter water, the water […]
Easter Sunday Masses
Easter Sunday Masses
April 20: Easter Sunday Mass Liturgy of the Word with Children at 9 & 11 am Mass Holy Water: At the Easter Vigil we bless the Easter water, the water […]
Easter Sunday Masses
Easter Sunday Masses
April 20: Easter Sunday Mass Liturgy of the Word with Children at 9 & 11 am Mass Holy Water: At the Easter Vigil we bless the Easter water, the water […]
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SALT (Sharing And Learning Together)
SALT (Sharing And Learning Together)
SALT (Sharing and Learning Together) Youth Group Grade 3-6 Registration open. Email sjc-family@gpcsd.ca or see bulletin board at the back of the church for registration forms. SALT is a youth […]
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Moms’ Group
St. John Paul II Room 10404- 102 Street, Grande Prairie, Alberta, CanadaChildren welcome. Come as you are for faith, fun and fellowship.
Holy Thursday Mass
St. Joseph Church 10404- 102 Street, Grande Prairie, Alberta, CanadaWhat to expect at Holy Thursday Mass • Incense is used at this Mass. • During Mass you will be invited to bring a donation of a personal item for […]
Good Friday- Liturgy of the Word With Children
St. Joseph Church 10404- 102 Street, Grande Prairie, Alberta, CanadaGood Friday Liturgy of the Word with Children - April 18 at 11:00 am This service is intended for young children. We include this liturgy to try to help children […]
Good Friday- Celebration of the Lord’s Passion
St. Joseph Church 10404- 102 Street, Grande Prairie, Alberta, CanadaJoin us for our regular Good Friday Celebration of the Lord's Passion. Begins at 3pm. Parking is usually full; carpooling is advised. No Mass - Mass is not celebrated after […]
Good Friday- Stations of the Cross
St. Joseph Church 10404- 102 Street, Grande Prairie, Alberta, CanadaGood Friday at 7:30 pm -Meditative Stations of the Cross (with music) Join us as we continue to reflect on the Passion of our Lord and the Mystery of the […]
Blessing Of Festive Food
St. Joseph Church 10404- 102 Street, Grande Prairie, Alberta, CanadaBlessing of Festive Food - Saturday, April 19, 3 pm It is the tradition of people from many cultures to ask for God’s blessing on the festive foods to be […]
Easter Vigil Mass 2025
St. Joseph Church 10404- 102 Street, Grande Prairie, Alberta, CanadaHoly Easter Vigil - April 19, 9:00 to about 11:30 pm (No 7:00 pm Mass) St. Augustine said that the Easter Vigil is to be considered the most important of […]
Easter Sunday Masses
April 20: Easter Sunday Mass Liturgy of the Word with Children at 9 & 11 am Mass Holy Water: At the Easter Vigil we bless the Easter water, the water […]
Easter Sunday Masses
April 20: Easter Sunday Mass Liturgy of the Word with Children at 9 & 11 am Mass Holy Water: At the Easter Vigil we bless the Easter water, the water […]
Easter Sunday Masses
April 20: Easter Sunday Mass Liturgy of the Word with Children at 9 & 11 am Mass Holy Water: At the Easter Vigil we bless the Easter water, the water […]
