Here at St. Joseph, the changes dictated by liturgical reform, modern lifestyles, and restorations, have all been done with an eye to retaining the integrity of the original building. During the 2006 restoration, the pipe organ was replaced with a Johannus 3 Manual 111 Ranks, but the original pipe organ’s façade was preserved. The original communion rail was returned to the church as a decorative enhancement to the altar, and the church’s statues were restored by a talented parishioner. The same person plans to restore the Stations of the Cross at some time in the future.

Also during 2006, structural repairs and maintenance were completed on the church including replacement of the slate roof, the church’s floor, the electrical system, and the heating & cooling system.

The parish’s sense of stewardship for its historic buildings led to the creation of a restoration fund, the sole purpose of which is “to perpetuate, support, and provide maintenance, upkeep, repair, and/or improvement of the church, other historical structures, primary furnishings, and archival materials.” Contributions and memorial gifts of any size are gladly welcome.