Parish Benefits

Benefits of Early Education Center Renovation – Welcoming Young Families

Creates capacity to Increase enrollment from 110 to 172 children in a single-floor, ADA-accessible facility.
The St. Joseph EEC will be one of the largest childcare centers in the Archdiocese and Shawnee, with rare infant & toddler care.
Purpose-built classrooms, modern secure play areas, and improved access for grandparents and visitors.
Faith formation from the start through Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, weekly Mass, and parish prayer partners.
80%+ of graduates move into St. Joseph Kindergarten, supporting strong school enrollment.
Special Olympics Kansas partnership brings inclusive Young Athletes programming.
Financial sustainability plan ensures revenue supports parish school ministries for years to come.

Benefits of Athletic Facility Renovation – Building Community Through Sports

Transforms the historic Mirocke Stadium into a multi-purpose youth sports hub for CYO, parish, and community events.
Premier youth-dedicated tackle & flag football field in the Catholic Youth Organization’s regional network.
New turf field, convertible for youth soccer and lacrosse; plus a family walking/jogging track.
Special Olympics Kansas partnership expands access for inclusive sports such as bocce, cornhole, and flag football.
New lighting, sound, video scoreboard, fencing, and parking for a safe, family-friendly environment.
Renovated, accessible restrooms to serve both the athletic facility and the gymnasium
Partnerships with CYO, Special Olympics Kansas, and Catholic Challenge Sports ensure year-round use and strong visibility for St. Joseph Parish.
Sponsorships and rentals will generate sustainable income to support parish operations and ministries.

Why These Projects Matter

Shared Mission: Both the EEC and Athletic Facility are gateways to introduce families to the faith and to the St. Joseph parish community.
Generational Growth: Children and families who join us through early education or athletics often become active parish members for life.
Financial Stability: Each project is designed with sustainability in mind, creating revenue streams to strengthen parish ministries.

Your support will help St. Joseph Parish welcome more families, form more children in faith, and secure our ministries for the next generation.

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