Very Rev. Andrea Filippucci, S.T.L.
Pastor
Vicar General of the Diocese of St. Thomas
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Rev. Benito Moreno
Parochial Vicar
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Deacons:
Dcn. James Verhoff
Dcn. Hector Arroyo (Retired)
Dcn. Conrad Williams, SFO (Retired)
Dcn. Neville Charles (Retired)
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Ms. Carmen Romero - Parish Secretary
Mrs. Petra Arroyo - Rel. Education Coordinator
Sr. Floriane Nkensi, S.S.T. - Director of Adult Formation
Mrs. Esther F. Donelly - Parish Accountant - Volunteer
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MISSION STATEMENT
We, the people of Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Frederiksted, Saint Croix, embrace the mission given by Christ to His disciples: to go forth and make disciples of all nations. Rooted in the Catholic faith, we proclaim the Gospel, celebrate the Sacraments, nurture spiritual growth, and serve our community with love and mercy. Guided by the Holy Spirit, our core value is Building together the Kingdom of God—by teaching, baptizing, and living the Good News in word and deed as one welcoming parish family.
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VISION STATEMENT
Saint Joseph Catholic Church envisions a vibrant parish community where faith, hope, and love guide all that we do. United in Christ and strengthened by the Sacraments, we strive to be a visible sign of God’s presence on St. Croix—welcoming all, forming disciples, and serving those in need. Together, we commit ourselves to Building the Kingdom of God in our families, our parish, and our wider community, so that Christ’s light may shine for generations to come.
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CORE VALUES
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EVANGELIZATION: We are committed to sharing the Gospel with joy, inviting others into a deeper relationship with Christ and into the life of God’s Kingdom
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FAITH: We deepen our Catholic faith through prayer, Scripture, and the Sacraments, trusting that a stronger faith builds the Kingdom of God in our hearts and homes.
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WORSHIP: We gather joyfully around the Eucharist, the source and summit of our faith, knowing that true worship strengthens us for the work of building God’s Kingdom.
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SERVICE: We serve the poor, the vulnerable, and the wider community with love and compassion, recognizing that every act of charity builds up the Kingdom of God.
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DISCIPLESHIP: We commit to ongoing formation and living as witnesses of Christ in daily life, building the Kingdom of God by teaching and living the Good News.
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COMMUNITY: We welcome and embrace people of all cultures, backgrounds, and walks of life, building the Kingdom of God by becoming one family united in Christ.
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LEGACY: We honor the history and heritage of Saint Joseph Catholic Church and pledge to carry forward its witness of faith, resilience, and hope, building the Kingdom of God for future generations.