Make plans now to join fellow faithful from around the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston in Charleston March 18-19 to celebrate the conclusion of the Year of Saint Joseph.

The festivities in honor of the Guardian of the Redeemer and Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary will begin with an Evening of Music and Prayer to Saint Joseph at 7:00 p.m., Friday, March 18, at the Saint John XXIII Pastoral Center, 100 Hodges Road, Charleston. The events will move to the Basilica of the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, 1032 Virginia Street, Charleston, on Saturday, March 19, beginning at 9:30 a.m., and concluding with a Closing Mass with Bishop Mark Brennan at 3:00 p.m.

“May our faith in God and our devotion to His great servant, St. Joseph, bring us closer to Jesus Christ and one
another,” Bishop Mark Brennan said.

Highlights for Saturday include prayer, Adoration to the Blessed Sacrament, Confession, presentations focusing on Saint Joseph, tours of the Basilica, reflections, and more. Registration for the events is required and can be made by visiting https://dwc.org/pilgrimage/.

A light reception will be held after Friday’s special evening, and a boxed lunch will be provided on Saturday.

Overnight accommodations are available at the St. John XXIII Pastoral Center, 100 Hodges Road, Charleston.
Contact the facility at 304-342-0507 or visit http://johnxxiiipc.org for more information.