volunteer

A United Family

From its beginning more than 50 years ago, the Joseph House has relied on volunteers in its mission to serve people in need. Our founder, Sr. Mary Elizabeth Gintling, believed that just as important as helping people, was giving to others the opportunity to get personally involved in providing that help. April 19-25 is National…

Newsletter: June 2019

Dear Friends of Joseph House: The month of June is the turning point of the year. As we approach the summer solstice, the days stretch out with long hours of sunlight, while the darkness of night takes a temporary retreat. But for human beings, darkness isn’t confined to the night sky. Summer days notwithstanding, darkness…

Newsletter: October 2018

Dear Friends of Joseph House: You’ve heard the adage, “All the flowers of all of the tomorrows are in the seeds of today.” This brings to mind the question: what seeds have I planted in the course of my day? Of my words and actions, what has taken root? Will something beautiful grow? And who…