On Saturday, March 21, 2026, bring your family to experience a traditional Sicilian St. Joseph's Altar and pasta lunch in the Annunciation Plaza, generously provided by the Marian Daughters!
The Altar is presented to honor St. Joseph in thanksgiving for his blessings. The items on the altar - Italian cookies, baked goods, cannoli, stuffed artichokes and more - will be available for purchase.
Blessing of the Altar will begin at 11:15 am. Lunch will be served after the blessing until 2 pm. Admission is free. Suggested donation for lunch is $10/adults and $5/children ages 3-10.
History of St. Joseph’s Altar
The Sicilian tradition of the St. Joseph’s Altar began centuries ago when the villagers prayed to St. Joseph for his intercession in ending a dreadful famine. Their prayers were answered and in thanksgiving and homage to the earthly Father of Christ, this beautiful custom was born. Please join us in honoring this great saint, Head of the Holy Family and Patron of the Universal Church, for a complimentary Lenten pasta meal. Proceeds from a silent auction of Items pertaining to St. Joseph and your generous donations will go toward the Scholarship Fund for young men and women pursuing traditional trades.