Since 1927, St. Joseph’s Indian School has provided care and education for Native American boys and girls. St. Joseph’s Indian School’s stated mission is to provide for the basic welfare of children (food, clothing and medical care) with special emphasis on the spiritual, emotional and educational development of each child, while respecting their culture and heritage.
St. Joseph’s provides Native American children in need with a safe, stable home and a top-notch education – all while helping the youngsters appreciate and understand their proud Lakota (Sioux) culture.
Your prayers and gifts keep our doors open!
October 20, 2012 at 8:24 am
Goodmorning Father,
We admire you, Father & all that look after our native youth… They are our future
You will be in our thoughts & prayers.
Sincerely,
Vance & Charlee Anderson
May 2, 2013 at 12:36 pm
Amen. I am adding in Jesus Name. I actually have something from way back that Says “St. Joseph Indian School.” On it. I do not remember what it is; It is stored somewhere,. I never knew this school ran today also.
November 2, 2011 at 9:46 am
Fr. Steve,
I mentioned St. Joseph’s in a blog post, citing the Tiyospaye Club as an example of staying engaged and connected with donors. I hope that it creates some interest in the school and your ministry!
You can view the post here: http://bit.ly/vqpJCj
Blessings to you, your team, and the students!
October 1, 2011 at 4:28 pm
I have a question. I received a collection of beautiful cards from you and I’m wondering if you have considered selling boxes of your cards? I think it would be a wonderful idea to raise money, and know I would buy them each year, as well as recommend them to my friends and family.
Thanks,
Donna Thacker
October 10, 2011 at 2:02 pm
Good afternoon Donna,
You can purchase additional Christmas and holiday cards and other Native American items from our online gift store! You can visit the online gift store here: http://stjo.org/giftstore.
Please feel free to pass this information on to your friends or ask any us questions that you might have by emailing us at saintjosephs@stjo.org!
God bless; have a great day!
September 19, 2011 at 3:33 pm
Fr. Steve, I wish you had been around when i was child. Im a full-blooded Ogalala Sioux from either Pine Ridge or RoseBud. I know nothing about the Sioux or who i am or where i belong. I was taken from there and given away as achild. So Im very glad there is a place like St Joe for the kids of the Rezs now. Because somehow i and many others fell thru the cracks and belong nowhere now. But its good to see that maybe there wont be anymore throwaway indians like me out there. Thank you.
August 2, 2011 at 11:18 pm
I what to stay there…and live there.
June 11, 2011 at 1:38 pm
You are in my prayers and I hope to meet you in person one day in the not too distant future.
February 25, 2011 at 7:29 pm
Please pray for Barry Koller that his diabetes gets under control he feels better does not have cancer and please do not let him die.Irma Charles Evan & Barry Koller the Koller family.Sis John John Bill Kate Bob Tom Kemme the Kemme family.Bob Kemme has a safe trip to Japan and a safe trip while he is there and a safe trip home. Bosley gets a good home please protect and keep him safe. Kim is okay and does not have cancer.
November 3, 2010 at 3:36 pm
Dear Fr. Steve I have receive my birthday card. Thank you to Lakota children.
I’m so happy to have friend like you all.
May God bless you and the children of Lakota. Pray for me as I pray for you.
Sincely your Sister Marie L Exime
April 24, 2010 at 6:47 pm
Dear Father Steve, I am so glad to read your blog and I am very happy that you will be returning to the school very soon. I pray that your strength and health will continue to improve with each passing day. Take care May Faulk
April 16, 2010 at 9:49 am
Father,
I am composinga hymn. I needto know the Lakota word for God. Is it Wakan tanka???
I will pray for your success, Father.
Robert N. Schwartz
volunteer, Trujillo, Peru
March 16, 2010 at 12:10 pm
Dear Father Steve,
I am a cancer survivor also. I just got off chemo (for the 2nd time) about 3 weeks ago. God is so good to me and I know he will help you also. I can say from experience that attitude and the will to live is so very important in the healing process. I will keep praying for you. I always enjoy receiving mail from St. Joseph’s. I visited South Dakota a few years back and my friend took me through the museum there and it touched my heart. God Bless You!
Annie
Annie Hall
March 9, 2010 at 1:57 pm
Fr. Steve, I remember you in my prayers and join with you in your prayer for healing. Thank God, miracles happen every day!
March 9, 2010 at 1:54 pm
Fr. Steve-I remember you in my prayers and join with you in your prayer for healing. I thank God, miracles happen every day!
February 24, 2010 at 7:39 pm
Dear Father Steve,When I read your heartwrenching letter yesterday, tears flowed. Your goodness and compassion for the children are evident in all you do. Your gratitude for the gifts you receive are touching. The letters the children send in appreciation are very sweet. Now, my focus and prayers will be toward your healing and renewed health. Everything is possible with and from our Lord.
Gloria Gancarz
February 19, 2010 at 2:10 pm
FR. Jack,
Sorry for typo error. of course, I meant God sent Br. Clay “at” just the righttime.
Bless you.
Angela Marie
February 19, 2010 at 2:09 pm
Dear Fr. Jack,
So sorry to learn about your cancer. I know you will get through this with God’s help. And, He, sent Br. Clay as just the right time to help you and the children. God bless you always and you are in my prayers too.
Angela Marie
February 19, 2010 at 9:43 am
dear father steve,our prayers are with you at this time.my wife is a cancer survior and
i went threw everything with her.i know the road ahead of you will be ruff but god will be there with you. i wish i could do more.don,t let the devil tell you any different any he will.don,t give up,we fought cancer and told satan,get behind me in the name of jesus christ.the good you have done for the school and all the lives you have touchedand the lives you will be helping in the future.we are asking god to surround you in his holy light.he is an awesome and just god.you,ll have days were the treatment will tire you down but god is there.he,s in your corner and so are we.take care and god bless you supporters of your school,the children and you
god blessyou dave/connie holaday
February 18, 2010 at 9:03 pm
Father Steve,
“Trials” are just a fact of life for anyone trying to live a Christian life. The reason you feel better in church is stated in the Psalms…..”I love to be in your temple; A place where your glory dwells.” Daily prayers will be offered up to God in your behalf.
February 7, 2010 at 2:48 pm
Dear Father Steve, YOUR IN OUR THOUGHTS, PRAYERS,AND HEARTS EVERYDAY! My daughter Erika Estes had told my the tragic news and we are so sorry to hear about the cancer. She Loves YA Alot,and is a big believer in Jesus miracles!Really hope your progress reports just keep getting better and better! GET WELL Father Steve it’s always good to see your godly glowing face. Much Love&Prayers, Mitakuya Owasin,(We Ara all Related) Kara Estes-Hove & Family
January 30, 2010 at 12:39 pm
Dear Father Steve–we’re sorry to hear about your cancer, but God has a plan and when he closes one door (meaning your tiredness)he’ll open another for you. Tom was diagnosed with Colon Cancer back in 2006 and is a survivor–he just had his annual Pet Scan and saw his oncologist yesterday and he’s doing fine. We’ll pray for you and know that prayers are answered–Tom is proof. I know the Lakota children uphold you in prayer–you do so much for them and we pray that you’ll be able to continue to do so. God Bless,Tom & Janet Capps.
January 27, 2010 at 4:24 pm
Dear Father Steve, I am so very sorry to hear about your health. I pray with all my heart God will be with you in your time of need. I’m sure he will. I’ll keep you in my daily prayers and pray for your recovery. God Bless You! You’ve done so much for the children and God knows that you are needed here for them. Arlene Sedlacik