Category Archives: St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church

Third Annual Route 66 Good Friday Procession draws churches together

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WILLIAMS – The Third Annual Route 66 Good Friday Procession traveled down Railroad Avenue without a problem. The Williams Police Department escorted the procession to ensure the safety of participants. Traffic was lighter than usual which made the procession easier this year.The members of the community began gathering at 6:30 this year; later than previous years. Father Killian, of Saint Joseph the Worker Catholic Church who led the procession, explained that the procession wanted to reach the Family Harvest Church at sunset.Member of the community and churches of Williams gathered about 6:30 to carry a cross to Fourth Street. The procession crossed Bill Williams Avenue to Grant Street where they turned on Grant to reach the Family Harvest Church.The community churches joined together at the Family Harvest Church for a community worship service and a reading of the Stations of the Cross.

The Procession ushers in the Easter weekend holiday. Tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. the annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held at the Williams Recreation Center on Railroad Avenue across the street from Circle K.
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Route 66 Good Friday procession this Friday

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WILLIAMS – This Friday the churches of Williams gather to carry a cross down Route 66 (Railroad Avenue) in the annual Route 66 Good Friday Procession. The group will gather at the Mustang on the east end of town and travel west to Memorial Park.The churches start gathering about 5 p.m. with the procession beginning at 6:45 p.m. The Stations of the Cross will be held at 7:30 p.m. at the Family Harvest Church on Grant and 7th Avenue across the street from Safeway.

The Williams PD ensures the safety of the procession each year.

The procession is sponsored by the Williams Churches, but anyone is invited to join in on the event that leads up to Easter. The churches of Williams also hold a combined worship service in the evening of the last Sunday of the month.

Parents invited to a DVD seminar on parenting

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WILLIAMS — Calvary Chapel and St. Joseph’s Catholic Church will host a parenting seminar on DVD on October 8 and 15. The seminar will be held at the Williams Recreation Center at 300 W. Railroad Avenue.

The seminar, Essentials of Discipline with Dr. James Dobson, is a two-part seminar covering a variety of topics. Part 1 of the seminar will be held on October 8 and Part 2 will be held on October 15. Each session will begin at 9 a.m. and end at noon.

The topics are:
Part 1: Sessions 1-8 and Session 12
Session 1- Why Your Child Needs Disciple
Session 2- Irresponsibility vs. Defiance
Session 3- Anger vs. Action
Session 4- Finding Balance in Discipline
Session 5- To Spank or Not to Spank
Session 6- Compliant vs Defiant
Session 7- Changing Discipline as Your Child Grows, Part 1
Session 8- Changing Discipline as Your Child Grows, Part 2
Session 12- The Ultimate Priority

Part 2: Sessions 9-12
Session 9- Protecting the Spirit
Session 10- The Strong Willed Adolescent, Part 1
Session 11- The Strong Willed Adolescent, Part 2
Session 12- The Ultimate Priority

St. Joseph Catholic Church barbecue for St. Vincent de Paul

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St. Joseph Catholic Church is sponsoring a special BBQ meal this Friday (June 3rd), 6-8 pm to benefit St. Vincent de Paul. Come for Rich Gorney’s Legendary BBQ Ribs and Chicken served with Cole Slaw, Cowboy Beans, Bread, Dessert and Beverage, all for just $5.00 per person. St Joseph’s is located behind the Family Dollar store.

Memorial services for Larry Norfolk

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800-Rose-15-06-0504WILLIAMS — Memorial services for Larry Norfolk will be held at the Williams Senior Center on July 28 at 6 p.m. Attendees are asked to bring a potluck dish for the services.

Larry passed away on July 9 sometime during the night of natural causes. St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church is arranging the memorial service.

Williams Independence Day parade a smashing success

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640-015-07-04-05WILLIAMS — If Facebook is any gauge, it appears that the historic Route 66 Williams Independence Day parade was a rousing success. Pictures and videos of the parade appeared from Richard Goettel of Phoenix and local resident Brenda Carter. Brenda even caught the Mayor directing traffic.

There was some concern that it might be a wash. Rain came down starting about two hours before the parade, but cleared up. While clouds darkened the city and threatened more rain, it never came.

The parade began with the members of the American Legion Cordova Post #13 carrying the colors. They were followed by the Vietnam Veterans of America. Smokey the Bear was the parade Grand Marshall.
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The American Legion Post and Vietnam Veterans were joined by the Ladies Auxiliary of the American Legion and Matthew Broehm VFW Post.
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A new addition is the War Memorial Museum of Arizona in their 1942 WWII half-track.640-15-07-04-16It would not be a Williams parade without the Bill Williams Mountain Men—official ambassadors of the State of Arizona, the tractors and the classic cars.
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640-15-07-04-34It was good to see Bearizona in the parade this year. The were promoting their upcoming Backwoods BBQ July 25.

640-15-07-04-11Save Meant to Rescue had a tremendous float this year. They get our vote for Number 1. They were surrounded by pets rescued by new owners.

Overall the parade was the best we can remember.
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Knights of Columbus Friday dinner this week

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Tuesday Television 2015-04-28 015WILLIAMS — The Knights of Columbus will host their first Friday dinner this Friday May 1.
The menu consists of BBQ Chicken, brats, and hamburgers. Entertainment will be provided by Karaoke.

The dinner will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church at 900 W. Grant Avenue beginning at 6 p.m.

It’s a good time to be in the No. 1 Second Amendment friendly State

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upload-rafflesWILLIAMS — There are several raffles ongoing in Williams to benefit many good causes. Some are great for the No. 1 Second Amendment friendly State according to Guns and Ammo.

You can support the 2015 Senior Grad night and possibly take home a Howa 22-250 with a Nikko Stirling 3.5x10x44 scope with the purchase of a $10 ticket or 3 tickets for $20. The drawing will be held on May 1 at the Wild West Junction. Tickets may be purchased at the Allstate insurance office on 1st Street.

In the mall on Route 66, you can visit Williams Wear and Buck’s Place and purchase a chance for your choice of a Ruger American .308 bolt action rifle or Stoeger P350 12 gauge pump shotgun for $10 a ticket or 3 for $20. Courtesy of the Friends of the NRA. The drawing will be held when all 200 tickets are sold.

You do not have to be present at either raffle to win. To be eligible to win the firearms, you must be legally allowed to own firearms in accorance with Arizona and Federal law. Background checks are required.

Concerned about possible safety? The Matthew Broehm VFW Post 12128 also located in the mall is raffling off a Champion Collector CS-31 gun safe. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. For an additional donation to the VFW, The Firemen Movers will get the safe where it needs to be.

Need a little cash? You can vie for the following cash prizes.

Parents Who Care are conducting a fundraiser for the 2015 Grad Night. Cash prizes are $2,500, $1,500 and $1,000. The drawing will be held April 25th at the Cureton Park Spring Festival on April 25th and you need not be present to win. You can buy tickets for $10 each at the Allstate office on 1st Street across from City Hall.

The Arizona State Council of the Knights of Columbus is holding it’s raffle for prizes of $10,000; $7000; $5000; $3000; $2000, $1000 and four $500 cash prizes. Tickets are $5 each, $20 for 5 or $100 for a book of 30. The drawing is May 16 and winners need not be present to win. TIckets may be purchased at the Grand Canyon Coffee and Cafe.

Michael John Poirier concert at St. Joesph the Worker Catholic Church

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michael-poirierWILLIAMS — St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church of Williams proudly presents the legendary Michael John Poirier in concert Monday and Tuesday, March 16 and 17. The concerts begin at 7 p.m.

Poirier is a well-known Christian artist whose music is available through Amazon and through the online store on his web site.

St. Joseph the Workder Catholic Church is located at 900 W. Grant behind the Family Dollar store. Call (928)635-2430 for more information.


Knights of Columbus has $30,000 to give away

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WILLIAMS – The Arizona State Council of the Knights of Columbus is holding its annual raffle to support local charities. Tickets are $5 each, $20 for 5 or $100 for a book of 30. The drawing is May 16 and winners need not be present to win.

Prizes are a $10,000; $7000; $5000; $3000; $2000, $1000 and four $500 cash prizes.

You can purchase tickets from any Knights of Columbus member or at the St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church in Williams at 900 W Grant Ave. Call (928) 635-2430 for more information.