The Past…

The cornerstone of St. Joseph Catholic Church was laid in 1888, providing a firm and stable foundation for the brick and mortar that make up this Gothic structure. Ever since, St. Joseph Catholic Church has provided a firm and lasting foundation for the hundreds of families and thousands of parishioners who have passed across its threshold.  Its simple yet noble steeple rises above Crestline as a beacon of hope and faithfulness to the entire Crestline community. 

The Present…

   As St. Joseph prepares to commemorate its 150^th anniversary in 2011, significant repairs and improvements are needed in order to ensure that this beacon of hope and faith continues to illuminate the Crestline community for years to come. Replacing the roofs on our Church, North School and Rectory, enhancing the interior of the Church including painting, plastering, carpeting, stenciling, statue refurbishing and repairing of moisture damage have all been identified as major needs. Tuck-pointing, sealing and painting the exterior of the Church is also a critical need. 

   Amidst these pressing needs, there also is an genuine love and enthusiasm on behalf of the parish and alumni community to join together and confidently step into the future and confront these challenges.  The time is now, and with God’s grace, we are ready!

The Future…

   It is with these challenges in mind that the parish community of St. Joseph Catholic Church officially embraces “St. Joseph’s Dream:  Faith, Family, Future”.  This three year capital campaign is needed to raise the funds that are necessary to make significant repairs and improvements.  As our parish community steps boldly into our future, we pray that our merciful and compassionate Lord to grant us the courage and trust of St. Joseph, our Patron, as we embark on this daunting, yet exciting journey. 

The Challenge…

   As pastor of this vibrant and loving parish community, I humbly ask that you become a part of this most noble and crucial of missions.  Your financial gift of a pledge to “St. Joseph Dream:  Faith, Family Future” will allow our devout and dedicated parish community to continue to be a beacon of hope and a testament of faith for years to come.

    St. Joseph, foster father of Jesus, protector of families, and patron of our parish – “ora pro nobis” – “pray for us”.

In the peace of Jesus Christ and 

under the protection of the Blessed Virgin Mary,

Rev. Michael A. Geiger, Pastor